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Marquette Counseling Center
(414) 288-7172

While college is an exciting transition for students, it does pose challenges that can interfere with student success.

The following are typical challenges students might experience:

  • Academic Challenges: Although students spend less time in class than in high school, they are expected to complete far more work outside of the classroom.  Learning how to manage time and competing priorities is critical in meeting these challenges.  Encourage your student to take responsibility for his/her learning process.
  • Career Decisions: Students may need time to explore different subjects and to be exposed to many career possibilities in order to make a good decision.  Making a premature decision may end up being more costly in the long run.  Encourage your student to take time in his/her career decision making process and utilize campus career resources.
  • Separation Anxiety: Although most students are excited about college, the prospect of leaving the comfort of friends and family can be frightening.  Encourage your student to get involved in organization and activities, and provide support throughout the transition to college.
  • Identity Development: As a student develops his/her own values, beliefs and preferences, it may cause conflict with the family.  Encourage your student to make healthy and responsible decisions and respect his/her choices and the accompanying natural consequences.
  • More Serious Problems: If your student is coming to college with a mental health concern or develops symptoms that interfere with campus life, direct him/her to the Counseling Center.  Encourage your student to develop the skills to address mental health issues.  Recognize that serious problems can be worked through but this can take time.

Fortunately, Marquette has numerous services to help students with their transition to college.  The Counseling Center can help with emotional support and career exploration.

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