Navigating Culture’s New Realities
One measure of cultural change that’s been coming out annually since 1998 is the Beloit College Mindset List. The list tells us what has always been true or not true for incoming college freshman. Those born in 2005 comprise this…
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College or Something Else?
Now that all of our schools are open and back in full-swing, I thought I would tell you about what researchers have heard from high school students regarding the questions they’re asking about education, work, and their futures. A survey…
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College Students and Sleep
I oftentimes think back to my college days and am struck by how much my eating and sleeping habits have changed since then! Rarely did I go to bed before eleven pm, and sometimes it was quite a bit later.…
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Conversations for the College Bound: 10 Talks to Have Before Arriving on Campus
Here are 10 conversations college-bound students should consider having. Download the free handout here.
Finding Community in College: 5 Ways to Help Students Connect
One of the best ways to help students who are heading off to college is to help them connect with a community of faith in their new location. Download the free handout here.
College Stress: What Parents Should Know about Student Depression
Mental Health issues on the college campus have been steadily on the rise and are not going away. What can parents and church leaders do to help college students navigate these challenges? Download the free handout here.
To Drink or Not To Drink: 5 Things to Communicate to Transitioning College Students
As you engage in conversations with college-bound students about drinking, here are 5 things to be sure to communicate. Download the free handout here.
Why Young People Abandon The Faith: Lessons from William Wilberforce
More and more parents and churches are recognizing that students are not prepared for the challenges that college often brings. There are many stories of students who have grown up in the church, have made commitments to follow Jesus, but…
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