Surprise!  It’s your bonus episode of College Ahhh!   It’s where I wrap it all up, tie up the loose ends and leave you feeling empowered, like you can take on the the world.  I could go on and on.  There’s so much for you to learn about you and how best to use your time while you are walking that path of becoming, but I guarantee it won’t matter.  Your journey is about you. It’s about all of your trials and all of your triumphs and the only way to get there, is to take your place in the world and get started. 

It has been an honor to present this informative and sometimes silly little podcast to you.  So for a final time…I’m Christina Lenway. Thanks for joining me!

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What's a Submarine parent?  How can you avoid procrastination?  What if I don't like my major?  Will my professors SnapChat me?  Students and parents answer these questions and more in this final episode. Check it out!

What’s learning really like in a college setting?  Well, it’s not at all like high school.  The students are expected to do the heavy lifting, understanding how your brain works and processes information is super important.  In this episode we uncover all of that, so check it out!

In this episode, we interview 2 experts in the wellness field who help us understand that wellness is more than just taking vitamins and getting to class on time.  Here we learn that a daily wellness practice is key to preventing burnout and how most colleges and universities have a center on campus you can reach out to for resources.  

In this episode, listeners will learn the difference between academic coaching and tutoring.  We examine why group tutoring can be more advantageous than individual tutoring, and why an academic coach can help you improve your time management, organizational skills and much more.  Join us!

In this episode, we examine how to transfer accommodations from high school to college.  The process is quite different from what students and families might be used to and even varies from one college to another.  This is a long episode and is packed with important information about academic, dietary, housing, medical, and even temporary accommodations.  So grab a notepad and join me!

In today’s episode, we learn about the FAFSA and how to apply for financial assistance,.  We also look at how some students aren’t retained from year to year and what your education really provides, namely transferrable skills that provide dexterity in life and in your future career.  Join us!

In this episode, I will answer some questions that are more internal facing so you can understand what to expect when you arrive for orientation, what role your advisor will play, what placement exams are for and more.

We will examine some residence life concerns such as selecting a room mate, if you should request a single room,  what departments you might encounter on campus, what roles they each play, and how it is all connected. 

So grab a notepad and let's get started.