College Success Starts Early: Practical Advice for Parents - Micki Meyer

In this episode of Caring Well, Dr. Middleton chats with Micki Meyer, Lord Family Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs for Engagement & Dean of Rollins Gateway, to discuss how parents can help their children prepare for a successful and healthy college experience. From move-in day emotions to fostering independence, Micki offers some practical strategies rooted in her decades of experience in student development. Whether your child is weeks away or years out, their conversation provides valuable guidance on preparing for college.

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Key takeaways from this episode: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZUn8ZDx2cuQfh8d2bLMe1QC8qAI21Vs9/view?usp=sharing

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TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 03:00 Meet Mickey Meyer: Background & Experience 06:00 Role at Rollins & Student Affairs Overview 10:00 Defining College Readiness 14:00 Move-In Day Tips for Parents 18:00 Common Red Flags & Parental Boundaries 23:00 Helping Students Start College Strong 27:00 The Secret Sauce for College Flourishing 32:00 The Six Cs: Skills to Build Pre-College 39:00 When Is a Student Not Ready for College? 44:00 Beyond Admissions: Success After Acceptance 50:00 Parting Advice & Rapid Fire Questions

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