Before I begin, I will preface this by saying that I know how fortunate I am to have a spouse who supports my decision to pursue an education. Knowing the statistics, I am aware of the fact that over half of parenting students are single -- I applaud you for your hard work if you … Continue reading “Thank you, Honey”: Remember to Show Appreciation to Those Who Support You
Dear Dianna, I am a mom, finishing the last year of my human services degree. I have always enjoyed spending time with classmates. Recently, however, I've found that this one person acts like my friend, but becomes a bit passive aggressive, trying to minimize my success when she doesn't do as well as I on an … Continue reading Ask Dianna: Their Failure Isn’t Your Fault
This is water. This is water. Since I first watched the video created with part of David Foster Wallace's "This is Water" speech, I try to remind myself of my ability to choose between the default setting or something else. What is the default setting? It's to assume that the world revolves around me - … Continue reading “This is Water” or Let’s Stop Separating Ourselves from Traditional Students
One of the biggest challenges I've faced as a mom in college has been finding a balance between time spent on my college responsibilities and that of my children. Basically, I often cut down on study time and spend more with my kids; however, sometimes I can't cut down study time because I will fail my classes. … Continue reading 5 Ways to Involve Your Children in Your College Experience
Disclaimer: As a parenting student, I am incredibly grateful for the benefits I have received through the CSU system. I love the children's center on campus and, up until recently, I didn't know that access to childcare was so limited. This blog post is written out of my disappointment toward the many locations that don't … Continue reading Dear College Childcare “Powers that Be”: An Open Letter
At times it can feel like a lonely journey through college as a mother, but here is one mom who will inspire and encourage you to keep pursuing your goals and dreams! Name: Cari Griffin Age: 42 Number of Children: 6 Marital Status: Married College: University of Michigan (Fall/2015) (Dual major in history and English, … Continue reading Moms Like Us Spotlight: Cari
(Disclaimer: I am aware of the current story circulating about Rebekah Erler being a former democratic staffer. However, this does not mean that she isn't or wasn't a college student. I am not writing this article to promote any political party, I am writing it for moms in college.) Did you see the State of the Union address … Continue reading Diary of a Mom in College: Rebekah Erler is My Hero
Hello Readers! During my time with Pearson I have been given the opportunity to write blog posts for their Teaching & Learning blog that is devoted to educators. I wrote this piece because I know there are many educators who have lost hope or are losing hope. If you know someone like this, please share … Continue reading “To the Educator Who Has Lost Hope”
It's Wednesday! I don't have school today but that doesn't mean I have nothing to do. Not only do I try to do stuff around the house or with my children, but I also do homework that is due tomorrow (Thursday). It's not the professor's fault, but I can't stand mid-week homework. It's not like … Continue reading A Week in the Life of a Mom in College: Day 3
Tuesday is my long day! 6:00AM -- Wake up, shower and get dressed 6:30AM -- Attempt to wake up David Jr. 6:45AM -- Finally get David Jr. to get up and get ready. 7:00AM -- Feed David Jr. and eat breakfast. 7:20AM -- Gather our belongings, double check that I have everything for the day. … Continue reading A Week in the Life of a Mom in College: Day 2
College Success for Moms 