The phenomenon of Helicopter Parents refers to how the parents of Generation Y appear to be hovering over them at all times, always watching, helping and guiding. An example where this is evident is when students are looking at universities and courses. Regina Morin, Director of Admissions at Columbia College, notes that; “Ten years ago, orientation and choosing classes was not an issue. Parents knew that was for the students…Now we have to go out of the way to request that the parents don’t participate when students have time with an adviser to choose classes” (Mahshie). Parents have become much more involved with the lives and choices of their children, as was noted with Generation X.