In a recent article from La Presse, several members of the QC postsecondary sector debate whether parental involvement is helpful as students transition into postsecondary education or if it delays the development of independence. Several faculty, staff, and students told La Presse that the transition to the cégep system can be very difficult for some students, who may rely more on their parents as they navigate the new stage of life. However, UQAM lecturer Pascale Bourgeois argued that student wellbeing is being overprioritized at the cost of instruction and the exchange of ideas. UQAC Professor Ève Pouliot cautioned against generalizing about students, indicating that not all students lack autonomy and that many come from differing levels of support and resources.
