Some Good Reads for Incoming Freshmen (and Their Parents!)

Is your child or someone you know heading to college this month? Here are a few recent articles to share full of advice, lessons, and a little humor:

• 8 things your college kid needs to know before school starts (Washington Post)
• Advice for New Students From Those Who Know (Older Students) (NY Times)
• 6 Tips for Getting the Most from a Liberal Arts College (Huffington Post)
• Making Friends in New Places (NY Times)
• Mom’s Fears About Daughter Leaving For College Channeled Into Fight About Storage Bins (The Onion)