I would like to know what to expect as a parent and what should he look out for?
2007-08-28 04:22:50 · 5 answers · asked by Tee Tee 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I am in the same situation with my daughter. As parents, I think our job is to prepare our children to be independent by the time they reach 18. We have done our job, now our children have the opportunity to try their wings.
We are giving our children a gift of 4 years [Yes, our daughter is on the 4 year plan : ) ] to learn about who they are, to make their own decisions, to meet new people from different backgrounds, to understand and appreciate diversity, and to find their passions.
You have provided your son with all he needs to know, now it is up to him. Let him know that he will do well and that you are always there for support. My daughter is reading a book called: The College Dorm Life Survival Guide by Julia DeVillers. She said it really helps with the transition from high school to college. Research indicates that the first year of college is the most difficult because of transition from high school and the high expectations.
There are support systems available at each college and the resident assistants in dorms can be helpful too. Good luck to you...and the wonderful journey you and your son will experience. I wish you both success!
2007-08-28 05:05:56 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Bev 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best advice I EVER got about college (and I am very successful physicist now): Study Hard but party harder. College isn't just about books, its also about being social and finding what you like. There will be lots of alcohol, but chances are, he's already drinking behind your back, so that won't be new. Dorm life will introduce things like people who don't sleep, public showers, a roommate who parties WAY too much. And he'll have to balance all this and school. I am envious, I had so much fun in college.
2007-08-28 04:29:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
On the plus side, he will be in a fairly safe environment where he can make great friends, learn to be independent, be exposed to new ideas and experience a level of intellectual life he has never before seen.
On the negative side, he will be more exposed to things like drugs and alchohol than he was in High School.
On the whole, it should be a great experience for him.
2007-08-28 04:27:49 · answer #3 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know him I do not. If you have done your job then you should have nothing to be real conserned about. He will be faced with new ideas and a new way of life and he will make mistakes. I bet he will do just fine though.
Be sure the pjiggie band is full.
2007-08-28 05:10:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lot's of expenses. Odd roomates. Outside invaders, I'd demand 24/7 door monitors (plural) with an alarm system and established protocols.
I'd demand FLOOR monitors, plural, with walkie talkies.
2007-08-28 05:39:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋