College Tip #817

If you’re unhappy with your college student’s grades…

If you're a parent of a college student and you are unhappy with your kid's grades, do not reach out to their professors. These people don't want to hear from you. Even an email is not a good idea. If you have questions, ask your kid to reach out to their professors, assuming they actually know who their professors are.

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