For Parents

What do I want to be when I grow up? What jobs are available for my major? Will this occupation make me happy? What career fields will best match my interests, skills and values?

Is one of your family members currently searching for answers to these questions? Is your immediate reaction a desire to fix, resolve and provide answers? As appealing as it is to want to resolve these questions, the answers must ultimately come from the individual. This being said, the support and guidance from outside sources such as career counselors, advisors, mentors and family members can make a positive impact on the success of this process. We are happy that you are interested in and supportive of your family member. Included in this webpage are a variety of resources which we hope will help you understand the services available to students through Career Services at CSS as well as resources that may be especially helpful for you as a family member. If there is additional information you would find useful, feel free to contact us with your suggestions.

Jobweb - Information for Parents
A website which provide general information for parents of college students.

College Parents of America
A national organization dedicated to assisting parents of college students.

The Parent's Crash Course in Career Planning
Marcia B. Harris & Sharon L. Jones
1996, VGM Career Horizons, Lincolnwood, Illinois
A book which provides ideas and strategies to help your college student succeed.

You're on Your Own (but I'm here if you need me): Mentoring Your Child During the College Years
Marjorie Savage
Simon & Schuster/Fireside books

CSS Parents and Family Website
The College of St. Scholastica's webpage on information for parents and families of CSS students.