"My parents are fantastic," Mackenzie said. "They'd do anything for me. But Mom has serious health issues and Dad is her caregiver. I can't ask them to come up here and take that risk just to help me move my stuff." The Emerson student was not expecting to move at this time. However, roommate issues happen. "When we were talking about how I should handle this, my Dad asked "Are there any Boston … [Read more...]
Mid Semester Student Moves in Boston
Classes have started for the spring semester at most Boston colleges, yet the season for student moves is far from over. There are a number of reasons why a student move might be necessary at this point in the year. Changes in academic plans are the most common. Sometimes roommate arrangements just don't work out. Other times, it's dissatisfaction with the building the student is in or the commute … [Read more...]
Attention Parents of Boston College Students: You Don’t Have To Move Their Stuff
"So I've got a great opportunity to go to Australia with my best friend," said Lauren. "She's working on a documentary, and has invited me to tag along." Lauren, who has a life long love of animals, wants to jump at the chance. "There's only one problem. The weekend we're supposed to leave is the same weekend my daughter needs to be out of her college housing." Don't forgo the things you want … [Read more...]
Tips For Boston Student Moves
Most people think Boston student moves happen only at the beginning and end of the semester. While that timing certainly applies to the majority of student moves, the truth is that student moves can happen at any time. Students decide to switch programs, have personal or family crisis that require making a move, or simply find a nicer place to stay. Here's what you need to know to make these moves … [Read more...]
Student Moves Secrets Every Parent Needs To Know
Hey, are you the parent of a college student? Getting your kid set up in their new living situation, whether that's a dorm, fraternity or sorority house, or off-campus apartment, can be quite a production - especially when you're surrounded by what seems like thousands of other kids and their families trying to do the same thing at the same time. Here's a nifty secret: you don't have to do it. … [Read more...]
Boston Student Move Tips
Before the End of the Semester Move: "Moving? No problem! I'll just call up a few of my frat brothers, and it'll take us no time!" After the End of the Semester Move: "Man! I can't believe my TV got broke. So much of my stuff got wrecked - and my frat brother is made at me because he hurt his back moving my stuff. Like that's my responsibility?" If you're a student who need to move, give … [Read more...]
Tips for a Successful Student Move
One of the best things about the holiday season is having your kids come home from school. They come back, loaded down with their new-found experiences and confidence, to spend time with parents, siblings, and friends -- not to mention a bag or two of laundry! They also come home with a list of things they'll need to make the spring semester better, more comfortable, and more productive. What's … [Read more...]