Former college president offers suggestions to help parents support their teens through the college admissions process.

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Weekly college planning sessions with my son became lessons in deep listening and building trust during senior year of high school.

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So many excited grandparents, looking forward to their own child having a child, wondering over the 9 months how they can best help once the new baby arrives. We don’t want to do too much, new ...

Families need to find colleges with good financial aid, merit aid and scholarships. Here are guides to the FAFSA, CSS Profile, and how to locate an affordable college.

A few mornings ago, my daughter texted me from upstairs in her bedroom while I was downstairs making my coffee. “Do you have time to make me some scrambled eggs your new way?” she asked. “Of course, I ...

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Last summer, my daughter walked into our family room one evening and sat beside me. Ever since my brain tumor, I have struggled with a loss of identity. (Photo courtesy of KC Thompson) “Mom, we need ...

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