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Shari Bender

Shari earned her BA in Communication from Stanford University and freelances all things Communication and Marketing. She is a cat-loving spiritual vegan and former admissions interviewer. With two grown children. Shari is happily and sentimentally embracing her Empty Nest
along with her husband of nearly 30 years. Her musings delight parents in numerous publications and online platforms, including Grown & Flown and
CollegiateParent.

Recent Articles by Shari

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Empty Nest

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Socially Distanced Halloween: Four Fun Ideas for Teens and Families

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Coronavirus

Twilight Zone of Fall Uncertainty: Where We Are Living Right Now

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My Summer Mantra Remains the Same: Have Fun, Be Safe, I Love You

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Five Easy Ways You Can Celebrate Pride This Year

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College Decisions

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College Applications

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College Applications

Former Alumni Interviewer Tells Teens How to Conquer a College Admissions Interview

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College Life

How Many Pairs of Shoes Does One Kid Need to Go to College?

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