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Gift for College Student in Dorm
Asked by M.B. from Sacramento
on September 20, 2010
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What can I get for my Godchild who is away at college in her first year?
What would be good items to put in her carepackage?
Thank you mamas for never failing me! :)
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- When I was in college, the girl in my dorm with the popcorn popper was the most popular kid on the floor. An air popper and a bag of popcorn would be a great gift.
- There was nothing better than getting a package in college! Find out what products she uses and send bathroom stuff-- toothpaste, shampoo, razors, etc... It can cause ...
- Food! Everybody in college wants food! haha Homemade, store bought, restaurant gift cards, etc. Anything better than mac & cheese & ramen!! lol :)
Dorm Room Needs
Asked by M.F. from Detroit
on December 15, 2009
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Hey All,
My sister-in-law will be attending Michigan State this Winter. As a Christmas gift, I want to get her a few things for her dorm. I never went to a big coll...
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- I would go with storage items/bins, towels, bedding, or laundry hamper. I know Bed, Bath and Beyond has "dorm size" bedding in a bag, usually fairly reasonable, especi...
- I recieved a heated mattress pad when I went off to college, it was the best present I ever received to take to college, I used it all the way until I got married more...
- I was a student at MSU in the 90's. You know what I needed most for school? CASH!!! Just give her a $50 bill and let her decide how to spend it. This is the best possi...
Off to College?
Asked by J.A. from New York
on May 10, 2010
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Hi ladies,
Yesterday I had a discussion with "Sarah" about her oldest daughter going to college. My friend was very exited about the fact that they will let their da...
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- Interesting question... I would suggest that this would be similar to transferring as a sophomore to a new school. Depending on the school, many offer "orientation...
- It's probably a very personal decision for them - for me, college was an experience that I didn't want to miss, but I know not everyone feels the same. I was able t...
- I don't think it's that big of a deal. She'll be fine. Sounds like her family is trying hard to provide a lot of good academic experiences for their kids.
College Advice
Asked by B.F. from Dallas
on March 13, 2009
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Hey Mamas, I have a senior in high school who will be attending college in the fall in a town about 3 hours south. I need to know from moms who have children in colle...
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- For buying things for a dorm room, you can go to Bed, Bath and Beyond and purchase what you need ahead of time. If there is a BB&B in the town (or a town close by) whe...
- These moms have given some great advice here! I'm a professor at a major university, and I have a son in college at a different university. Here are a few things I'd l...
- Wow, so many things I wish I had done differently but these are the ones that stand out: 1) I wish I had gone to a local Jr. College first to get my feet wet and no...
College Student Who Hates Her College
Asked by K.B. from Des Moines
on September 5, 2009
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I have a 18yr old who just started college. Its been a rough start to say the least for her. She is attending a very Large college (33,000) and Its considered the numb...
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- I personally do not think college is for everyone. Maybe she should take a break and get a job in the field that she likes and see if she even NEEDS a degree...... ...
- My advice would be to let her transfer at the end of the semester. I feel this way because college is hard and requires a lot of study if a child is going to succeed....
- Have her rush!! In other words have her look into the Greek houses on campus. I was not really a drinker, and I wasn't really a fan of being around a bunch of girls bu...
Who Pays for College...?
Asked by J.B. from Houston
on October 13, 2011
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Are we as parents obligated/responsible for paying for our kids college? In a perfect world we would all have started a college fund when they were babies and at coll...
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- This came up a couple of months back and I was absolutely in the minority that we take responsibility for our only daughter's education (plus braces, medical care, spo...
- In a perfect world I would gladly pay for college for the kids. In the real world they are going to have to apply for scholarships, get awards for sports or some other...
- If you think education is expensive, try ignorance. I think it's pretty passive aggressive for you to tell your son "I'll help you when I can." I understand your f...
College and College Applications
Asked by T.J. from Honolulu
on March 26, 2009
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hello everyone, my daughter is in 11th grade. getting lots and lots of brochures from colleges. need some advice on how to weed through all the literature. choosing...
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- I T.. I don't think I have any advice. We're in the same situation. My daughter is a very bright 16 yr. old Sophomore- and we're getting so many brochures. My daug...
- T. J I work with 11th and 12 grade students at a local community college. To narrow down a college choice I would start with what is her major. Not all colleges c...
- Hiya, Colleges usually "specialize" in certain areas of study. Find what subjects your daughter is interested in and then find colleges that focus on that subject mat...
College Courses
Asked by L.L. from Orlando
on July 6, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I am looking for an online college to get my AA in Business Admin. Are they any reputable online colleges you recommend? I work 50+ hours a week plus am a ...
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- Hi L., I live in Oviedo and may I ask why you want to get your AA what are you looking to achieve in getting your degree? Please feel free to send me a private messa...
- I'll have to ditto the advice. Check with your state's community colleges. You are less likely to fall for a diploma mill that gives you a worthless piece of paper at...
- Try Keiser Unversity. Do your homework before you sign up...but I know that they offer online and night classes in business. Other then that try a community college; i...
College Choice
Asked by L.B. from Glens Falls
on March 17, 2010
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I have a 17 year old daughter, senior in high school. She has been accepted at a great college 3 hours away from home and 2 local community colleges near home. My husb...
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- 3 hours is nothing! You could get up at 6am (most older people have no problem getting up early-no offense, you know what I mean, I hope) and be there by 9am. Just in ...
- If she doesn't know what she wants to do how about her going to the local community college for a semester or 2. That way she can take the college basics and a wide ra...
- y suggestion for at least the first year is to go with a community college if she doesn't really know what she wants to do. It is a great way to get the gen ed stuff ...
"Anyone Have Kids in College Dorms"
Asked by M.C. from San Francisco
on April 15, 2008
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We are so excited our daughter got into UCSB and we just did their weekend open house. WOW - the whole dorm, co-ed and excitment...almost...just almost made me wish I ...
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- Hi M., First of all, congratulations! UCSB is a fantastic school, my oldest son graduated from there in 4 years and enjoyed every minute of his time at UCSB. I als...
- I don't have kids in college yet, but I went to UCSB many moons ago, and stayed in the dorms my first year. My dad couldn't believe that at 18, I was living in ocean-...
- My son is in his first year at Chico State, and is in the dorm. What tips are you looking for exactly? He's loving it, but apparently most kids don't stay in the d...
