Parents, They Are Headed Off to College, Are You Okay?

As backpacks are traded for suitcases and acceptance letters turn into move-in dates, parents are left navigating a quiet yet powerful transition. In this episode of SEEd & Growth, Dr. Jacqui Virgil opens the conversation that too often goes unspoken: How are parents really doing when their children head off to college?   Through the lens of lived experience and educational insight, Dr. Virgil explores: • The emotional and psychological shifts parents encounter • Ways to support your child’s independence without losing your sense of self • Practical tools for navigating grief, joy, and uncertainty in healthy ways Whether you’re sending your first child or your last off to college, this episode offers a safe space to reflect, regroup, and grow. Because this season isn’t just about their next chapter—it’s about yours too.