<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Tassel to Tassel, LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[College success program promotes smooth transition to college, teaching strategies for effectively using campus resources to first-year students.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:27:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.tasseltotassel.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for Finals: Your Grades, Your Goals and Your Next Moves]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the semester coming to a close, it's time to prepare for finals.  Here's a guide to being intentional about being successful.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/post/preparing-for-finals-your-grades-your-goals-and-your-next-moves</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692e6c6b745789e635cf3bd0</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:50:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_24589a96a4854e55943c7e467f942c2d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Dee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getting a Fresh Start for Second Semester Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[A month into your second semester—how’s it going so far? 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Let's build habits that will set you up to thrive.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/post/how-to-avoid-overwhelm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66e244e9b1b9f7366b82d0be</guid><category><![CDATA[Academic]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social and Emotional Wellness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal development]]></category><category><![CDATA[College Transition]]></category><category><![CDATA[Freshman Experience]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 01:33:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cdd686_b1c0d2bf15a34752b2240f53186c587a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Dee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staying Close While Letting Go]]></title><description><![CDATA[The transition to college comes with nervousness and excitement for students and parents.  A solid plan can help keep you connected.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/post/staying-close-while-letting-go</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66cfb76b17efb3dbfa6c1a02</guid><category><![CDATA[College Transition]]></category><category><![CDATA[College Parents]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 11:00:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cdd686_8649642800004f0687e10d64a6e2b736~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Dee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for the Transition to College]]></title><description><![CDATA[College preparation is much more than academic skills and readiness.  Knowing you'll encounter "A Different World" makes a difference.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/post/preparing-for-the-transition-to-college</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66b94ed159ba4d1c02862391</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 23:50:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cdd686_feaab4d920ce403e9e76993c7d11cb89~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Dee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Your Last Hurrah, Do It Right! ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The last summer before college is a time to celebrate how far you've come AND where you're going next.]]></description><link>https://www.tasseltotassel.com/post/your-last-hurrah</link><guid isPermaLink="false">666b61f00753a19b788c328c</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 21:28:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cdd686_56a71ff471754d50a744130bea0ef3b2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Dee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Make the Most of Orientation!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orientation can be a whirlwind.  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