An Open Letter to the Parents and Families of College Students

In this week’s episode, Relando Thompkins-Jones shares insights from his extensive experience in higher education to address the parents and families of college students. In this heartfelt open letter, he emphasizes the importance of giving students space to make their own decisions and mistakes and the value of unconditional love. Thompkins-Jones discusses the pressures students face when their paths diverge from family expectations and the emotional and financial toll of conditional support. He encourages families to engage in open, authentic conversations to foster deeper, more meaningful relationships as students navigate their personal growth and development.

Blog Post Referenced In This Episode: An Open Letter To The Parents of College Students: 8 Things They Want You to Know

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