A parent’s role evolves during the college years. Scholars around the country put pen to paper to share their expertise on the topic. Be sure to visit the Recommended Reading section of our Web site for the latest titles and to browse editions of UNM’s e‐newsletter Parent Matters.

Our favorite authors include:

Helen E. Johnson is a consultant to colleges and universities in the area of parent relations and is co‐author with Christine Schelhas‐Miller, of “Don’t Tell Me What to Do, Just Send Money: The Essential Parenting Guide to the College Years” (St. Martin’s Griffin, 2000).

Majorie Savage, University of Minnesota Parent Program director, and author of “You’re On Your Own (but I’m here if you need me): Mentoring Your Child During the College Years“ (Simon and Schuster, 2003). The book is written for parents, but offers tips to pass along to your student at the close of each chapter. Savage will give a free talk for UNM parents at Rodey Theatre, UNM Center for the Arts, on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m.

Our UNM orientation leaders say don’t miss out on “I’ll Miss You Too: An Off‐to‐College Guide for Parents and Students” by Margo E. Bane Woodacre and Steffany Bane, who write, “Entering the senior year of high school is like moving through a revolving door: attention needs to be focused on making a good exit!…”

A College 101 for mom and dad, the “Parents Guide to College Life: 181 straight answers on everything you can expect over the next four years,” is another must‐read, authored by Robin Raskin, director of communications at The Princeton Review.

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