Yes, you are absolutely right. He needs to find his own path. I think that it would be best if he moves away to school. I think that one gets a much better overall experience if they don't commute back and forth. (If I am not mistaken, we have four colleges in Montpelier) Tim, actually, has a very big influence on Nick. Nick is always looking to Tim for advice. He rarely asks me and when I try to offer I am rebuffed. I strongly believe that this can be a great opportunity for him - but it is what he makes it. We will be doing more research this weekend and will let you know what happens.