Re: Parental Control..
I too Agree that in the modern world, women also need to be more independant, and i certanly do not advocate a not pursueing a full education or profession.
However as Muslims we must respect our relgious boundaris aswell, whcih are set merely for our own benefits.
Going to Mixed Colleg Or University itself is not an wrong thing.
However, one does not need to go to a foreign far away location if they can get the same at thier home location.
If A Girl has to go to foreign location for education, then its strongly recomended she does so when she is mature and accompanied by someone, or atleast has relatives or family there to look after or support her once she gets there.
Peace.