A student’s first year at college is one of transition for their entire family and others who support them. Your student will be adjusting to a new and different academic environment as well as to the daily responsibilities of living on his or her own. The college student must learn to balance time between academics, social and personal pursuits.

As they go through this period of change and adjustment, you can provide support, understanding and encouragement. Supporters can assure their student that success can be achieved if they apply themselves to their studies and advocate for additional resources when necessary.