University of Wisconsin-Parkside Parent Guide

May 2011, Issue 17

Goal-Setting: Teaching your Student a Basic Life Skill

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The best way to help young adults prepare for college and beyond is to guide them in basic life skills, like communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills. Parents can help their students strengthen these skills by walking them through a goal-setting process that will instill self awareness, confidence and critical thinking skills.

How to Safeguard Against Unfair, Unpaid Internships

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For many college students, choosing between making money and gaining valuable experience has become all too common. Supportive parents may find themselves conflicted about what advice to give their students. There are several ways to guide your student’s decision when facing an unpaid internship.

Maximizing Your Education: The Logic Behind the Working Student

Students have always worked their way through school. It helps keep them out of trouble, but more importantly, it gives students a ready-made source of contacts to help them find work once they have finished their educations.

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