Campus Life articles from August 2005

Campus Life archives from August 2005

Hope for the drowning.(PARENT'S GUIDE)(college choice)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
August 1, 2005... Not long ago, my wife and I felt a particularly strong connection with the couples in our small group. It came from the feeling that we were all definitely in the same boat--and the boat, I might add, had a small hole right in the middle of it....

I wanted perfection.(GOD & U: DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS)(letting go of impossible standards for our kids)
August 1, 2005... Recently I had lunch with a friend whose daughters are 7 and 9. As we settled in over soup and salad, she proudly rattled off a list of her girls' activities and achievements. "They are involved with scouts, dance, soccer, karate, piano and...

What my parents did right.(GOOD ADVICE)(students from Multnomah Bible College respond)
August 1, 2005... Figuring out your role as a parent during this transition in your student's life can be tricky. To help you think about how to help your child during this time, we asked students from Multnomah Bible College in Portland, Oregon, what they most...

She's not motivated.(CAMPUS Q & A)(planning for life after high school)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q My daughter is kind of a "late "bloomer" academically. She's kind and has a lot of friends and people smarts. I think a Christian college would be a good place for her to grow and discover her gifts and passions, and I'm also hoping she'll...

How can I convince my ex?(CAMPUS Q & A)(wants son to attend Christian college)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q My son's father and I divorced several years ago, and I've since remarried. My husband and I are Christians, and we'd like to send my son to a Christian college when he graduates from high school next year. Unfortunately, my ex-husband is not...

I'm afraid she'll stand out.(CAMPUS Q & A)(college experience can be great equalizer)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q My husband and I have been looking closely at a Christian college my daughter loves. With careful financial planning and a lot of sacrificing, we think the three of us will be able to make it work. But I've run into an unexpected problem: As...

Bursting his "bubble?".(CAMPUS Q & A)(considering Christian college as an option)(Brief Article)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q MY son has gone to a Christian school since kindergarten and says he needs to attend a state school so he can get out of his "Christian bubble." I've tried to explain to him that a Christian education isn't about staying in the bubble, but...

I don't want to disappoint her.(CAMPUS Q & A)(educational finance)(Brief Article)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q Since I had cancer several years ago, my health hasn't been great. The chemotherapy and radiation treatments left me with a few health problems including almost constant fatigue. The problem: To afford to send my daughter to college, both my...

He's not pulling his share.(CAMPUS Q & A)(college budget)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q My wife and I had a family meeting with my son and talked about our college budget. We'd looked at our books and come up with a dollar amount we can afford to pay. We told him he will need to find the rest of the money through scholarships,...

Finding good resources.(CAMPUS Q & A)(college student adjustment)(Brief Article)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q I'm concerned about my daughter's adjustment to college. During her freshman year of high school, she struggled with deep depression that she now manages with medication and talk therapy. Now that it's her senior year, her mom and I have been...

Normal not to worry?(CAMPUS Q & A)(not concerned about sending child off to college)(Brief Article)(Column)
August 1, 2005... Q I'm starting to feel a little guilty. The fact is, I'm not at all concerned about sending my child off to college. I'm actually looking forward to the empty nest, because I'll have more time to spend with my husband, and I'm looking forward...

Choosing a college.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Sometimes, the decision-making process feels relatively simple--choosing the just-right suit for a presentation at work, helping your church committee choose between two Vacation Bible School curriculums, figuring out when to take your annual...

The beginner's guide to the college search: overwhelmed by the college search? Here's help.(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... Like each student, every college has a unique spirit or character. As your family begins the college search, it will be important to focus on finding the right match for your teen's needs and personality, your family's goals for education, and...

College choice worksheet.(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... Use this page to help you and your teen narrow your college choices. Instructions: Make copies of the worksheet for yourself, your spouse and your child. Each of you can take some time to fill out the worksheet on your own, checking all...

Why we chose Christian education: five parents share why they sent their kids to a Christian college.(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... Finding the school that's just right for your college-bound child is never easy. So many factors and so many possibilities! For many families, the "Christian college option" is the best fit for their goals for higher education. Listen in as...

The supporting role: behind-the-scenes guidance helped these students land the right college.(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... As you anticipate your child's college choice, you're probably wondering: What role should I play throughout the whole process? How can I provide support without my kid feeling like I'm taking over? To find a few answers, we talked to five...

College countdown checklist.(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)(Calendar)
August 1, 2005... Whether teens are freshmen or seniors in high school, it's never too early for them to start planning for college. Give your students this handy tear-out timeline to help them stay on track. Grade 9: Fall [] Chat with your guidance...

Whose choice is it, anyway? Was it time to let our son decide his own future?(CHOOSING A COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... It wasn't until our firstborn reached his senior year that the truth sank in: College was looming, and my husband and I needed to get things in gear. Our son tackled the tedious job of filling out endless college applications online. Hovering...

Paying for college.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Maybe you just worked up your courage and peeked at the financial information section on the website of your child's top school. "Sticker shock" doesn't describe your feelings as your eyes land on the estimated costs--you mentally calculate...

Financial aid: the tough questions: what you need to know before you visit the financial aid office.(PAYING FOR COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... As an educational consultant, I've helped dozens of families with the college choice. Parents often have questions about the best way to choose a college, how to prepare their kids for life on campus, and what steps they can take in making...

Terms to know.(PAYING FOR COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... College Scholarship Service (CSS) A service that provides the Financial Aid PROFILE Service (see definition), which some colleges use in awarding nonfederal aid. Cooperative Education Plan (Co-op) A program offered by some colleges...

How we afforded it: these five families believe a Christian education is worth the cost.(PAYING FOR COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... Ever wonder how you could possibly afford a Christian education for your son or daughter? Don't worry; you're not alone. These five families knew the value of a Christian college, but weren't sure they could afford it. Here are their...

Calendar for cash.(PAYING FOR COLLEGE)(Calendar)
August 1, 2005... It's never too early to start the money search. Use this handy tear-out timeline to help your teen stay on track. Grades 9-12: [] Encourage your teen to work hard on improving his GPA, and to take the ACT and/or SAT at least once by...

What about insurance? Here's what you need to know about health insurance for your college student.(PAYING FOR COLLEGE)(Interview)
August 1, 2005... Protecting the health of your child gets considerably more complicated once he or she hits campus. Your family will have to figure out the best ways for your child to be insured. Should your son participate in the college-sponsored health plan?...

Life at college.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Imagine that you and your student have found the college that feels like the best fit. You've paid that housing deposit and even done a little school shopping. (You even found those elusive extra-long twin sheets!) So, the big changes are done,...

Parenting your college freshman: expert advice on what to do after they leave.(LIFE AT COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... It's finally happened. You've unloaded the car, said your goodbyes, and now you're on the long, quiet drive home after dropping off your new college student at their dorm. Now what? We asked student development experts from six Christian...

I needed to make my own choice: my mom thought I'd adjust to nursing classes just like she did. I wasn't so sure.(MY LIFE ON CAMPUS)
August 1, 2005... He wants us to do what?" I said, wrinkling my nose in disgust. As a freshman nursing major, I was sitting in my Tuesday afternoon chemistry lab, where we were learning about enzymes. That day's assignment was to chew a stick of gum and to spit...

Where's my little girl? I had to come to terms with my daughter's growing independence.(LIFE AT COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... As my husband, Ben, and I drove the three hours to our daughter Hannah's campus to pick her up for fall break, I wondered what--if any--changes I'd notice in the daughter we'd left behind six weeks earlier. As I parked in front of her dorm, I...

Pack it up.(LIFE AT COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... This tear-out gear guide will help you and your student keep tabs on what you've already packed and let you know what you may still need. Your son or daughter probably won't take every item here, but this list of commonly used items can help...

Big changes: how four families coped with the college transition.(LIFE AT COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... Students have lots of challenges as they adapt to life away from home: new friendships, changing family relationships, managing money and occasional homesickness. But college freshmen aren't the only ones facing changes. Their parents and...

Hints of home: creative ways to keep in touch with your student.(LIFE AT COLLEGE)
August 1, 2005... As our van backed slowly out of the parking lot and turned toward the street in front of the dormitory, I sat in the passenger seat with my eyes glued to the second floor, first window on the left. Part of me hoped a banner would appear outside...

Web directory: colleges and universities.(SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION)(Brief Article)(Directory)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Short on budget? Not enough time? How can you possibly make the best decision about which college to attend if you don't have the time or money to visit each one? Using the Web is an easy way to save you time, save you money, and put you...

College visits.
August 1, 2005... How to Make the Most of Your College Visit If you are serious about choosing the right college, a campus visit is the way to go. It's the only way to get a first-hand look at a college and try it on for size. The only problem is that the...

Helpful resources.(LAST MINUTE)(College Bound: What Christian Parents Need to Know About Helping Their Kids Choose a College )(When You're Facing the Empty Nest: Avoiding Midlife Meltdown When Your Child Leaves Home )(Brief Article)(Book Review)
August 1, 2005... Pick up a copy of College Bound: What Christian Parents Need to Know About Helping Their Kids Choose a College by Thomas Shaw In this comprehensive handbook, a Moody Bible Institute exec covers the gamut, including chapters on the parent's...

Sites to search.(LAST MINUTE)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Finding a college: * campuslifecollegeguide.com * christiancollegementor.org * christianconnector.com Paying for college: * finaid.org * fastweb.com * fafsa.ed.gov * scholarshipcoach.com

My teen needs.(LAST MINUTE)(parenting)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... * My guidance * My support * My trust * My laughter * My hugs * My prayers

To-do list.(LAST MINUTE)(parenting your teen)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... 1. Try to view my child's growing independence as a mark of my success as a parent. 2. Find confidence in God's promises for my child's future. 3. Start relations to my child as a peer and prepare myself to support him/her through the...

A prayer for parents.(LAST MINUTE)(Brief Article)(Excerpt)
August 1, 2005... Heavenly Father, from whome all parenthood comes, teach us to understand our children that they may grow in your wisdom and love according to your holy will. Fill us with sensitive respect for the great gift of human life which you...