Many students become homesick and start to feel fatigued this time of year due to mid-terms and being away from home for long stretches of time, especially those whose parents were not able to make it to Waves Weekend. If your student is unable to go home for the Thanksgiving holiday encourage them to rely on their Pepperdine community and make plans for a "Friendsgiving" with other students staying on campus. If your student does travel home, encourage them to take a friend with them! What a great way to show others that our community extends far beyond the boundaries of our campus! Continue to encourage and support your student during this month and please keep all of our students in your prayers. 

For many first-year college students, the thought of taking their first college final exams can seem overwhelming and quite daunting. Many will feel their stress levels increase to heights not experienced before. Now is the time to be especially supportive and encouraging. Remind your student that they have all the tools and resources they need to be successful. Please pray that during this month our students are taking care of their physical and mental health, while exercising excellent study habits and time-management skills!