Mothers with teen daughters – Mother-Daughter Confidence Brunch coming to Columbus, Ohio

In a world filled with pressures and challenges, our teenage girls are facing unique struggles. Recent findings from the CDC have raised concerns about the mental and emotional well-being of teen girls across the nation. Central Ohio is no exception to this crisis, and it’s high time we come together to change their narrative. We want to show all of our girls their beauty and the bright futures that lies ahead of them. That’s why we invite you to join us for

 

The Confidence Mother-Daughter Brunch on October 14th at Mitchell Hall

on the beautiful campus of Columbus State Community College, from 11 am to 2pm

This special one-of-a-kind event aims to bring together teen girls and their moms for a day of bonding, self-discovery, and empowerment.

 

Confidence: A Key to Success

Confidence is the key that unlocks countless opportunities for our teenage girls. When they have confidence, they possess the courage to take risks, think outside the box, and pursue their dreams with unwavering determination. Moreover, confidence equips them with the resilience needed to navigate life’s most challenging obstacles, knowing that they can bounce back from even the most difficult setbacks.

 

The Unbreakable Mother-Daughter Bond

If you’re a mother, you understand that the mother-daughter bond is one of the strongest connections two people can share. This unique relationship is unlike any other within the family. It’s a special connection where disagreements are handled with care, understanding, and love. While teenage years can sometimes introduce rebellion, the foundation of a strong mother-daughter bond established from birth can weather even the stormiest of adolescent phases.

 

Benefits of a Strong Mother-Daughter Bond

The advantages of a strong mother-daughter bond are numerous and far-reaching. Here are a few key benefits that both mother and daughter can enjoy:

 

Great Support: A well-established mother-daughter relationship sets the stage for a lifetime of mutual support. When you invest in your daughter’s growth and development during her formative years, you’re sowing the seeds for a relationship where support flows both ways.

Your daughter is more likely to care for you in your old age, just as you cared for her in her youth.

 

Sincere Relationship: The mother-daughter relationship is often the most sincere of all. It’s free from judgment, allowing both parties to share their thoughts, concerns, and dreams openly. Having someone who unconditionally has your back, regardless of the situation, can bring immense fulfillment and peace.

 

True Friendship: A close mother-daughter relationship fosters true friendship. Daughters who grow up with a strong bond with their mothers learn the qualities of friendship, including loyalty, trustworthiness, empathy, and sharing. This foundational understanding helps them navigate friendships outside the family and make wise choices when it comes to forming lasting bonds.

 

The Confidence Mother-Daughter Brunch

At the Confidence Mother-Daughter Brunch, we are bringing together experts and speakers who understand the significance of this special bond. Our esteemed speakers, including SheKYRA Debree, Celia Anderson, Stephanie Shaw, and Shara Hutchinson, will share their wisdom and experiences to empower both mothers and daughters.

The expected outcome of this event is to enhance mother-daughter connections, fostering a renewed sense of self and illuminating thenvast possibilities that lie ahead. Through laughter, good food, heart-to-heart conversations, and surprises, we aim to create a day filled with precious memories that strengthen the bonds between mothers and daughters.

The Confidence Mother-Daughter Brunch is not just an event; it’s a movement to support and empower our   teen girls and their mothers.

Together, we can change their narratives and show them the beauty and bright futures that await. Join us on October 14th for a day of inspiration, connection, and transformation. Let’s build a future where every teen girl feels confident, supported, and ready to embrace the limitless possibilities ahead. 

 

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Carnegie Mellon – where strong programs in technology and the arts meet

Even though Carnegie Mellon has origins as far back as 1900, this university did not become known by this name until 1962. This was the year Carnegie Institute of Technology (founded by Andrew Carnegie as a technical school for the children of the blue-collar workers in Pittsburgh) and Mellon Institute merged. The campus is located in the affluent Oakland section of Pittsburgh and its facilities are built in the Renaissance style – buff-colored brick arches and piers, tile roofs and terra cotta and granite details. 

 

Here are a few quick facts about Carnegie Mellon:

Acceptance: 17%

Freshman retention: 96%

Freshmen out of state: 89%

Most popular majors: computer science, electrical and computer engineering, business administration, mechanical engineering

4-year Graduation rate: 86%; 6-year: 93%

Student Community Diversity: 4% Black; 9% Latino; 22% International

 

Housing: Housing is guaranteed all 4 years if students stay within the university housing system, which about 58% of students do. While freshman are not required to live on campus most (98%) choose to do so. The most popular residences are the university-owned apartments, which tend to fill up very quickly, with upperclassmen getting first pick. There are a number of resident halls specifically for first year students. 

 

Instead of buffet-style dining halls, there are several themed eateries on campus which get good reviews from students. Thanks to the comprehensive security program, students report they feel safe on campus. 

 

Academics: The hallmark of Carnegie Mellon’s curriculum can be described by the term they have coined, which is a “liberal-professional” education. CM is known for being equally strong in technology and the arts and strives to give both types of students a well-rounded education. Two-thirds of classes have fewer than 20 students, and students agree that professors are passionate about what they teach. 

 

Students at Carnegie Mellon who are looking to sharpen their professional skills can pursue 5-year dual-degree options and co-op programs, and have access to advising and other resources through the Career and Professional Development Center. Research opportunities are available across the curriculum. Students can also participate in service learning through local outreach efforts to strengthen youth STEM education. Opportunities for study abroad are offered at Carnegie Mellon, but many undergraduates have difficulty fitting it into their already packed schedules. 

 

Due to the rigorous nature of the curriculum, Carnegie Mellon has taken steps to help students counteract stress. Every day features a “meeting free” time for students so they can be sure to have time to study and engage in other activities. There is also a “mindfulness room” on campus where students can take a much-needed break from schoolwork, with weekly visits from trained therapy dogs. Students are encouraged to use counseling services, and the Academic Development Office offers tutoring services and resources. Students are supportive of one another and do not attach a stigma to taking advantage of necessary support. 

 

Similar colleges to consider: Brown, UC Berkeley, UChicago, Columbia

 

Social: The most visible social scene on campus is centered on Greek life, with 16% of men and 11% of women pledging. Carnegie Mellon offers late-night events and concerts as well. One of the most popular on-campus events is the annual Spring Carnival – a 4-day weekend festival during which student groups set up themed booths as well as put their design and engineering skills to the test by designing, building and racing buggies made out of lightweight alloys. Off-campus, students will find plenty to do in nearby Oakland or downtown Pittsburgh ranging from coffeehouses to concerts to cultural performances to sporting events. 

 

The CM Tartans compete in Division III, and the Kiltie Band (clad in kilts) rallies the crowd during home football games. The most successful teams in recent years have been men’s soccer, women’s volleyball and tennis, and men’s and women’s cross country, and swimming and diving teams. Students also have 40 intramural sports to choose from. 

 

Financial: Carnegie Mellon offers primarily need-based financial aid, with no athletic scholarships available. 50% of students have their financial need fully met. Although the tuition and fees are $72,300 (same for in- and out-of-state students), the average financial aid package is $37,500. 59% of students receive some type of financial aid.

3 Tips for Finding the Right College for Business Majors

Is your teen planning to major in business and having difficulty deciding which colleges should be on their list? Keep reading for my top three tips for finding the right college for your teen who wants to pursue a career in business. 

Look at the functional areas within “Business” If you search online for “business majors” you will come up with a list of thousands of colleges, so when students say they’re interested in business, I ask them, “What are the specific areas of business that interest you?” There are many different functional areas within the business realm, such as:

  • accounting
  • marketing
  • finance
  • operations

Looking specifically at one of these areas will help guide them to different sets of colleges. If your teen is looking into a liberal arts college that doesn’t offer business, they could try looking into economics which will touch on business. Again, the first step is thinking about the functional area of interest.

Research summer programs for business majors

One of the key things I recommend to students who are interested in business is to consider a summer program to learn more about specific areas of business, such as programs focused on investment banking, finance, marketing or entrepreneurship. There are countless summer programs out there, many virtual.

What Does the Program Offer?

After your teen considers their functional area of interest and looks into summer programs, my next tip would be to look at what the college programs offer. For example, the University of Southern California has an international program in different areas of business that allows for the opportunity to study abroad. There could also be organizations within the college to help get your teen more involved and around other students in the same field.  

Side Note: Another thing to consider when your teen is fine-tuning their list of colleges is the math requirements for different programs; many require that you take calculus in high school. If they’re not on track for that, it can hurt their chances of being admitted. For some business programs, there may be an option to test out of that course. If that is the case, make sure they take that test by the end of junior year. 

Recap for Finding the Right College for Business Majors 

If your teen is considering majoring in business, they should first look at the functional areas within business to find their area of interest. Narrowing their interests down will help with finding colleges that are a good fit. Secondly, your teen should look into summer programs as a viable way to learn about the functional areas of interest. Finally, look at what the colleges offer to support your teen’s success so they can thrive while they’re there and have rich career opportunities afterwards as well. 

Junior year is a critical year for the college admissions process. I want to make sure that your teen is successful throughout the school year and not overwhelmed by this process. If their initial list is too overwhelming, your teen may lean towards popular colleges they’ve heard of before and that’s not going to serve them well.  

Grab your copy of our College Prep Toolkit now to ensure your success in helping your teen navigate through this school year