College Parent Central Podcast
Vicki Nelson, Lynn Abrahams, Elizabeth Hamblet
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You don’t stop parenting the day you drop your student off to college on Move-in Day. Your role simply changes. (Actually, it’s not simple at all, but it changes.) You’re a parent for life. Join Lynn Abrahams and Vicki Nelson, higher education professionals and former college parents, as they explore the topics that can help you be a more effective and supportive parent to your college bound student. Whether you already have a child in college, college is still a year or more away, or your student is about to step out, start now to gather the information that empowers you to be an effective college success coach to your student.
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S7E157 #157 - What If The Most Practical Major Is a Life of Meaning
“What are you going to do with that?” is the question that haunts so many humanities curious students and the parents who love them. We sit down with Curry College faculty Lindsay Illick and Robert…
S7E156 #156 - Encore: Let's Talk About Senior Summer
The summer between high school and college isn't just busy—it's a profound transition that transforms both students and parents. This emotional crossroads, where students are "no longer" in high…
S7E155 #155 - The Importance of Transparency for College Preparation
Based on an article that Elizabeth wrote recently, Vicki and Elizabeth sat down to talk about the importance of transparency in conversations with your student. Elizabeth brings her LD expertise and…
S7E154 #154 - Exploring College Fit - and Acceptance: A Conversation with Dr. Eric Endlich
In this episode, Vicki and Lynn sit down with Dr. Eric Endlich—clinical psychologist, author, and founder of Top College Consultants—to map a smarter path to college for neurodivergent and disabled…
S7E153 #153 - Students to Students: How Peer Support Can Help Students Thrive
Colleges and universities work to provide students with the support they need to thrive – both in the classroom and out. From professors, advisors, tutors, and librarians to counselors, resident…
S7E152 #152 - Spring Semester - What's on your Student's Mind?
After all of the transitions during fall semester (even for upper class students) students, and their parents, often assume it will be easy to navigate spring semester. Even if there are a few more…
#151 - Transition Takes Planning: A Conversation with Transition Specialist Kelly Challen
In this episode, Vicki and Elizabeth sit down with transition specialist Kelly Challen to unpack what truly prepares teens for college and adult life: agency, executive function, and repeat practice…
#150 - College Lingo: Can You Talk the Talk? Part 5
So many mysterious terms and acronyms to understand when your student heads off to college! You’ll understand how college works better when you understand the strange terms they use. In our fifth…
#149 - Encore Episode – Is Your Student Ready for College?
We often assume that once our students have been accepted to college that means they’re ready. But many of the students we work with are not prepared for the academic, social and emotional demands of…
S7E148 #148 Changing Vocabulary and Expectations in College
The transition from high school to college involves so many changes – and not all of them are obvious. In this episode, Elizabeth and Vicki explore the vocabulary and role changes that catch many…
S7E147 #147 – Encore Episode – Second Semester of College: The Transition No One Talks About
The transition to second semester of college is so important – and often hidden – that we’ve decided to share this episode again. You and your student may be taken by surprise when the start of the…
#146 Minors Matter
Your student keeps hearing “What’s your major?” but the smarter question might be “What’s your mix?” In this episode, Vicki and Sarah explore the real value of college minors—what they are, how they…
S6E145 #145 - Encore Episode: Home for Break
Your student is coming home for break! You’re excited and maybe even a little nervous. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn help you think about what to expect, how to prepare for your student’s return…
S6E144 #144 - Encore Episode - Mid-semester Check-in
Just when you think your student has settled in to that first semester of college it’s time for a reality check. Mid-semester is a great time for you to check in with your student to see how the…
S6E143 #143 Help your student learn more efficiently: A conversation with Dr. Daniel Willingham
Ever wondered why some students struggle despite hours of studying while others seem to master information efficiently? Cognitive psychologist Dr. Daniel Willingham, author of the book Outsmart Your…
#142 - Encore Episode - Why Sleep Matters: A Conversation with Lisa Lewis, Author of The Sleep Deprived Teen
Most of us probably know that getting enough sleep makes us feel better, but there’s so much more to it than that – especially for our teens. In this episode, Vicki and Elizabeth talk with Lisa…
S6E141 #141 So Much Campus Support for Your Student
Sending your child to college triggers that universal parental worry: who will take care of my student when I’m not there? As parents shift from caretaking to coaching, it's natural to wonder who…
S6E140 #140 – Promoting and Maintaining Good Mental Health in College: A Conversation with Dr. Sarah Olivo and Dr. Liz Seidler
The mental health landscape for college students has transformed dramatically in recent years, leaving many parents feeling unprepared and overwhelmed. In this episode, mental health experts Dr.…
S6E139 #139 - Don't Overlook These College Prep Tasks as the Summer Winds Down
Summer may be waning, but college prep for soon-to-be new college students is ramping up. Vicki and Elizabeth sat down to record a late summer pre-college episode to let parents know some of the…
S6E138 #138 - Encore Episode - College Roommates: Navigating This Complex Relationship
The topic of college roommates looms large for many students and parents. It is common for students to feel anxious as many anticipate sharing a living space with a stranger for the first time. But…
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College Parent Central Podcast has published 157 episodes since November 2019, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.
College Parent Central Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 44m.
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