College Resources
What medical services are available on campus?
(And can I still call the doctor for them? [Spoiler: no])You’ve packed the twin XL sheets, the 47 granola bars,…
What If My Child Doesn’t Like Their Roommate?
(a survival guide for parents who are 89% chill and 11% googling “dorm evictions for emotional reasons”)Let’s just rip the…
Can I talk to my child’s professors or advisors directly?
Can I Talk to My Child’s Professors?(Short answer: No. Long answer: Also no. But funnier.)Ah, freshman year.That magical time when…
How do I get notified if my student is struggling academically?
How Will I Know If My Student Is Struggling Academically?(…and other questions that keep you up at night while they…
How often should I expect to hear from my student?
Why Hasn’t My Kid Texted Me Back?(and Other Mysteries of the Freshman Parent Universe)Ah, college.The moment your child finally spreads…
Can I see my student’s class schedule or attendance?
Can I See My Kid’s Class Schedule? (And Other Questions FERPA Laughs At)Once upon a time, you knew everything: when…
Can we help set up the dorm room?
Move-In Day: A Love Story (with Tears, Tension Rods, and Waffle FriesShort answer: Yes.Long answer: Yes, but know when to…
What happens if they lose their dorm key/card?
Help! My Kid Lost Their Dorm Key: Is This the End of Civilization as We Know It?Congratulations! Your child is…
What sort of access do I have to my student’s information–like grades or schedule?
College Confidential: The Academic Info Nobody’s Telling You (Except Maybe in Fine Print)You did it. You dropped your baby off…
What kind of academic or career support services are available?
What Kind of Support Services Does My Kid Actually Get in College (Besides a Meal Plan and a Hoodie)?Ah, college:…









