Special guest Coree Burton from Purdue’s Residence Life is back sharing important things to consider before deciding to live off campus. Consider how much work you want to invest in your independence. Utilities (water, trash, wifi, electricity) What if someone doesn’t meet their obligations Coordinate these with roommates Can you cook?Will you keep kitchen clean/sanitary meals/dininggym www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

Special guest Coree Burton from Purdue’s Residence Life sharing his expertise on the top three things a new beginner can do to help set themselves up for a great university housing experience.. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa Everyone is coming in with their own unique set of expectations. People from very different cultures and lived experiences are coming togetherNormal to you may not be normal to others Communication is key.Use the resources available to you.

I found an amazing and brilliant person that created a custom planner with college students in mind. She agreed to join me on my podcast this week to talk about how the adolescent brain works, how the role of the parent shifts from teller to coach, and the top 3 ‘adulting skills’ to teach your student before they head off to college. Lesley even threw out a bonus tip on the benefits for a student (and parents) to develop a mindfulness habit to truly take things to the next level. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

This week I’m talking about what happens when your college emails you to say you are not a student anymore. Your grades just didn’t make the cut for two or more semesters and now you aren’t a student there any more.  I got you. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

In this week's episode I'm revisiting my why with you and sharing some news about what is coming next.

This episode is dedicated to all the things the parent of a college student must figure out despite FERPA and HIPPA. Godspeed, friends! It is not easy. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

When we become mothers there is this seemingly natural phenomenon that happens to us. We tend to pay more attention to the health and care of our spouse and our children and let our own take the back seat. This week I’m talking with Alma about how to get your own health back. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

This week I’m covering my recommended To Do’s once Final Grades are released.Where to find them, how to fix incorrect grades, and next steps depending on the grades. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

While May 1 has lost a little of the “umphf” it had prior to COVID it’s still an important date for every high school senior and college administrator.  For your student, the list of To Do’s seems to multiple like mushrooms at night and they all are very close together in due dates. For college admin, it’s very similar. Lots of planning and anticipation based on those May 1 commitments before the first day of class.  Here are some things you can share with your student to help in their decision making process. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

I'm sharing the most wanted/appreciated gifts for gradation. After searching the webs and Reddit threads I've created what I believe is a pretty comprehensive list with plenty of ideas for you to chose from...or enough to generate a thoughtful gift with your specific graduate in mind. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

This week I’m talking with a parent that had a freshman in fall 2020. She’s sharing her experience, her lessons learned, what she’d do differently with us.  www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

Let’s talk about a major issue. Your student tells you they don’t think they are in the right major. They need to apply but don’t know which major to apply to. They are failing classes. So what is a parent to do when your student wants to change majors? What does that do to timeline? Is there a way to save the current and add a minor/concentration/certificate in the other discipline that will allow them to complete on time.

Joy is back talking about the student loan servicers, forgiveness programs and which options may be best for you. Teacher student loan forgiveness Public service student loan forgiveness Income based repayment student loan forgiveness www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa   Joy’s blog on student loan forgiveness. Joy’s free and paid webinars. Joy’s books.

This is for those with juniors or seniors in highschool considering dual credit or AP credit and for those with college students thinking about departmental credit. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

I’m sharing what they are, the difference between the two, why your students would consider one and then how they would go about getting one. Give the episode a listen and then go share what surprised you on Instagram or Facebook. Don’t forget to check out my pinterest board with all the links I used to inform this episode. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife

POS….curriculum…..degree requirements They mean the same thing and there are many ways to get to the goal. I’ll share where to find degree requirements, the best way for your student to track their progress and when/how to ask for exceptions to the predefined path. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

Spring break 2021 is currently still on the books for a few colleges and are probably at risk of being canceled. Students look forward to and need the break. Many aren’t getting one this year. What can you do for your student to help them refresh? Here are a few ideas. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

Episode 56-  Stimulus, student loan and financial literacy with Joy Alford-Brand I’ve brought Joy back for more teaching. Her knowledge is amazing and it’s so great to have someone so much knowledgeable information to share. We dig into the revisions anticipated in the FAFSA this fall and how that might impact students and families in need. Next we move into  the stimulus and tax documents and wrap up with financial literacy and loan servicer discussion where Joy gets FIRED UP! www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa Joy’s blog on student loan forgiveness.Joy’s free and paid webinars.Joy’s books.

In this week’s episode I’m sharing the collection of deadlines I’ve identified for the newly admitted, continuing, and graduating college student. Mom, this is not your list to own. For the newly admitted student you will be pretty involved but as your student progresses through college and matures, it becomes less you through your coaching. By the time you get to graduation you will be at a point to simply relish in your student’s success. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa

I've got an amazing 'recovering attorney' (her words) Joy Brand on talking all things FAFSA. www.lesabeals.com https://www.facebook.com/NotYourCollegeLife https://www.instagram.com/NotYourCollegeLife  https://www.pinterest.com/bealslesa