Into the world
Students
at Goshen College can’t wait to make a difference in the world. Our
students not only develop skills in their area of study, but learn to
be creative and entrepreneurial, to be a global citizen and to find ways
of learning that enable them to navigate today’s changing international
workforce. They find jobs that sustain them through their vocational journey,
and make significant contributions to their communities, church and the
world. Moreover, they become mature adults distinguished by their compassion
for others and a deepening understanding of their mission in God’s
world.
Practical advice for parents
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Remember, it takes time to adjust (for your
student and for you). |
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Stay in touch with your son or daughter, but
don’t overdo it, and be supportive. |
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Expect change. Your student will make transformations
– a natural, inevitable part of this exciting time of
growth – and it can be beautiful. You might not understand
it, but you can love them all the while. |
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Make sure they have a place to come home to
that is familiar to them. |
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Take comfort in knowing that the development
of identity and Christian faith, along with calling and vocation,
are important outcomes at Goshen College. |
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Pray for your son or daughter and his or her
friends, as well as their professors and other faculty mentors. |
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Praise accomplishments and send regular notes
of encouragement. |
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Allow your student to be independent. Encourage them to
face challenging decisions and situations, with the knowledge
of your support as they mature in making choices. |
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Ask questions – but not too
many! Trust them – they will appreciate being treated
as the adults they are becoming. |
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The demands of college can be stressful,
so learn to be sensitive to the rhythms of academic life as
the year cycles through apprehension, accomplishment, disappointment,
joy and sadness as students experience exams, final projects,
new friends, new experiences and life questions. |
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Keep your sense of humor! |
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