Money issues are probably the top reason students drop out of college. With that in mind, our Pick of the Month is the excellent ebook course Money Management for Young Adults – this self study course clearly explains essential money skills that college students need to understand.
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How to overcome lost motivation in college
This is Part 2 of our earlier post about Ideas for gift baskets or care packages for college students.
In case you missed it, here is part 1: Ideas for Care Packages for College Students.
Gift Ideas and Care Packages for College Students (continued)
By Jen Danowitz
for CollegeTipsForParents.org
A Touch From Home
Sending along something personal, such as a picture [...]
Send Your Child a Healthy Care Package:
A Nutritious, Delicious and Personal Alternative to the Traditional Care Package
By Jen Danowitz
for CollegeTipsForParents.org
Care packages are often loaded with junk. At first, the typical college student will smile at the “snack-size” packages of candy, cookies and punch mix; but after a few days of sugar-highs, a few pounds heavier [...]
Eating Smart in Your Dining Hall – Tips for College Students & Parents
by Jen Danowitz
for CollegeTipsForParents.org
The availability of constant all-you-can-eat style meals, coupled with the lack of parental direction for what should go on the table and the plate, leads many freshmen students to throw nutrition down the trash chute. With an eye on keeping [...]
“..there are ways to conquer the First Year Blues. Try one (or several) of these six methods to give yours a kick out the door…”
Steps You and Your College Student Can Take to Reduce the Risks of Info Fraud and Identity Theft
Presented by CollegeTipsForParents.org
College Students are frequently the victims of information fraud. The victims’ parents are often asked to help fix the financial mess and spend considerable time untangling the administrative issues.
Identity thieves often know their victims; either directly [...]
Colleges and Universities talk the safety and security of students VERY seriously. In fact, in light of recent tragedies, many schools are adding additional safeguards, including security related staff, procedures, and technology.
The United State’s Department of Education maintains a useful website with information about campus safety and security; this site maintains information resources which [...]
This video shows how easily thiefs can steal bikes on campus. The video was shot in various busy spots in New York City, although it is easy to image the same situation are any urban or rural college campus. It is amazing how passers by will not get involved. The video was [...]
This video gives advice on protecting yourself and your valuables on campus. Discusses risks, insurance, and basic security measures.
The video also describes some steps students can do to prevent theft.