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Dear Professor: What Your Student Can Say to Communicate Clearly

Amy Baldwin | August 31, 2020

“Hey! I can’t click on the link!” I received this message in my inbox a week after this semester’s classes started. Because I recognized the student’s name, I knew he was one of mine. I had already dealt with three emails sent to me that...

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What Will The Fall Semester Look Like?

Amy Baldwin | July 25, 2020

Sunday morning, Harrison wakes up late, as usual, after playing video games with some of his friends from all over the country. He usually reserves Saturday evening until the wee hours of Sunday for some down time.  He has mastered the art of physical distancing, but...

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The 5 Skills Your Student Will Need for Fall 2020

Amy Baldwin | July 14, 2020

Moving two college kids into their residence hall and apartment for fall takes a lot of preparation, and this fall will be no different. Except along with the sweating and heaving of boxes and furniture, I will have the added task of helping both of them mentally...

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Expect the Unexpected: Planning for College During a Pandemic

Amy Baldwin | June 21, 2020

“Do you want us to help you move in or do you think you can do it yourself?” I asked my son the other day as we were organizing his twin XL sheets and bath towels. Our youngest is going to be a freshman in college in the same town his sister will be a...