Jon McGee, a parent, author and higher education professional, has found an encouraging and enjoyable way for parents to journey through the college search process. For Jon, writing “Dear Parents: A Field Guide for College Preparation” was both a personal and professional exploration. As the father of four children who span the ages of 14-22, he will be immersed in the postsecondary parade until 2027. As the vice president for planning and public affairs at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University in central Minnesota, he has worked in higher education research and policy for 24 years. He serves on the cabinet of both colleges and is responsible for research and analysis in support of enrollment and budget decision-making, state and federal government relations, and strategic planning. His first book, “Breakpoint: The Changing Marketplace for Higher Education” examines key forces of disruption in higher education and offers a framework to colleges and universities for addressing those issues. McGee is a trustee of the College Board. He also serves on the faculty of the Harvard Summer Institute on College Admissions.