If We Could Do It All Over…

Today’s post is a personal blog written by a very special young woman. Brooke Stier is a Radi to Write intern in the midst of completing her final weeks of college. Not only does she work with me, she serves as president of her college marketing club and works off-campus as well. In case she didn’t have enough on her plate

You’ve ordered the cap and gown. Parents, are you ready for what comes next?

Does the melody of “Pomp and Circumstance” cause a small lump in your throat? Does the thought of your child wearing a cap and gown bring tremendous pride AND an undercurrent of fear? If you’re both excited and scared about your student’s upcoming high school commencement (and pending adulthood), you’re not alone. The transition from high school to college stirs

10 life skills to learn while you’re still in high school

Our blogs are usually written for parents, but today we’re changing gears and sharing some information useful for high school students. So parents, please share this post with your teens! Today’s guest blogger is Adam Valley. He’s a junior at St. John’s University and working toward a Global Business Leadership major and an Economics minor. Adam’s been on the college scene for nearly

The Benefits of a JOB in College

College coursework is a student’s primary job. However, many students find it helpful (or necessary) to work while attending college. With the cost of education rising alongside the cost of living, holding down a job while in school is increasingly common among today’s college students. Some parents are concerned about a job negatively affecting academic success. They don’t want their

Meet the Intern: Sabrina

I had the pleasure of meeting Sabrina Schultz last September following a speaking engagement. As we talked, she explained that she was vice president of the CSBSJU Marketing Club and asked if I would consider taking on some interns to help market my book. Well, as they say, the rest is history. Thanks to Sabrina’s persuasive pitch, we now have a Radi to

Meet the Intern: Shaelee

Shaelee Tripp brings a bright smile and even brighter ideas to Radi to Write’s Intern team. She works hard, balancing course work with jobs and extracurricular activities on campus and in the community. Read on to learn more about Shaelee and how her parents helped her navigate the transition from high school to college.  Year in school: Sophomore Area of study:

Clever Care Package Idea: send your student a day at the beach

Is your student feeling the mid-winter blues? Then it’s time to send some love in a shoe box. Yes, you can send sunshine ! It’s called a care package. Your student will be thrilled to receive one and you don’t have to spend a fortune. Not sure how to get started? Don’t worry! Out to Sea: A Parents’ Survival Guide to

The Interns Take Over

My February calendar is filling up with exciting events. I’ve got speaking engagements and author signings scheduled, along with a much-anticipated get away with my husband. At our intern meeting last week, I was lamenting about how I was going to stay on top of my to-do list, and yet actually unplug and relax on my vacation. They, of course,

Keeping Students Healthy

Getting sick at home is no fun, but getting sick at college—without mom or dad there to bring cough syrup, chicken soup, and sympathy—is way worse! Cold and flu season is in full swing, so share these simple reminders with your students to help them stay healthy at school.  

FROM CLINGY KID TO WORLD TRAVELER, HOW DID THAT HAPPEN?

I stepped off the plane, exhausted and a little disoriented from the nine-hour flight. After navigating my way out of the terminal, I scanned the crowds of people, searching for a familiar face. There she was! My baby, my world traveler. I scrambled to break through the barricades of humanity to reach her, to hold her again. I’d waited 98