Conquering College Life

The best book on collegiate success for two simple reasons: It gives good, clear, sensible advice, & it is a joy to read! Students read it because it's fun. Then they USE it, because it works. Fully illustrated with amusing depictions of the author's vivid images, this book does something few books do: it Generates Enthusiasm. Students enjoy reading it, then set right out applying the methods. What else could a how-to book do? To order: EduQuest. P.O. Box 610787, San Jose, CA 95161-0787. Telephone: 408-441-7355.

CONQUERING COLLEGE: WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU differs from most "how-to-succeed-in-college" books by going far beyond university catolog and freshman and transfer student Orientation descriptions of college and how succeed in college and beyond. Chapter 1 informs readers of the four most commons ways that students choose to go about experiencing college, and the consequences - both positive and negative - of choosing one way, as opposed to another. Chapter 2 focuses on the four most common types of professors, and gives tips on how to thrive under each type. Subsequent chapters focus on choosing the right major, guidance counselors, the relative importance of grades, winning and losing the good will of professors, what the course syllabi tell, misuages of email, the halo effect, sleep, and how to get glowing letters of recommendation that lead to admission to either graduate or professional schools or post-graduation employment. These chapters also carry conversations with college graduates willing to discuss the extent to which - and the reasons why - they feel they did or did not leave college a success. And they contain conversations with professors willing to discuss the criteria - other than exam scores and term paper grades - they use in determining final student grades, and for whom they will write the most glowing letters of recommendation

From Home to Halls: Conquering College Life with Confidence College Bound? Navigate Your Move, Master Dorm Life, and Thrive on Campus! Feeling a mix of excitement and overwhelm as you prepare for college? Worried about leaving home, making new friends, and succeeding academically? Unsure how to navigate the social scene and create a sense of belonging on campus? As a recent college graduate who experienced the highs and lows of dorm life, academic challenges, and navigating the social scene, I understand the anxieties and uncertainties that come with transitioning to college. I've compiled my experiences, insights, and practical advice into this comprehensive guide to help you not just survive, but thrive during your college years. Master the Move: Conquer packing, planning, and move-in day logistics with ease and efficiency. Create Your Home Away from Home: Transform your dorm room into a cozy and personalized haven that reflects your style and inspires productivity. Build a Supportive Network: Learn how to make friends, navigate roommate relationships, and build a sense of community on campus. Unlock Academic Success: Discover effective study techniques, time management strategies, and tips for building relationships with professors. Prioritize Your Well-Being: Develop healthy habits, manage stress, and cultivate a positive mindset for overall well-being. Navigate the Social Scene: Explore campus culture, attend social events, and build lasting friendships with confidence. Explore Beyond the Campus: Discover the hidden gems of your college town, plan exciting weekend adventures, and embrace new experiences. Plan for Your Future: Explore career options, gain practical experience through internships, and build a professional network. If you want to conquer college life with confidence, scroll up and buy this book today!

The demography of America is changing and it is showing up on college campuses as an increasingly diverse student body. Universities typically handle changes within the academic tradition of courses or programs, but to prepare students to live and work in an increasingly diverse world something else is needed. This little book was created to serve this need. Five stories told by recent college graduates from public universities to highlight the learning about diversity in college from the students themselves. The stories are curated to key social science phenomena in diversity, such as implicit bias or stereotype threat. They are set in a context of experiential learning from the students themselves and are informed by advances the social neuroscience of unconscious decision-making. The goal is to highlight the ways these factors can complement the ongoing diversity course work and other university programming. While the project was led by a professor with serious university administrative history, the storytellers and other organizers are all authors, making this little a book a unique contribution that is written about students by those students themselves. The first chapter sets the stage by introducing at the lay level with social neuroscience principles that drive diversity issues in society and in the college-age population. The first story chapter is written by a Latino former student who explores the experience of being taught by a largely non-diverse faculty. The second chapter represents the struggle of a female student to overcome self-handicapping and enter the sciences in the field of medicine. The third chapter explores growing up Dominican in a large metropolitan area, going to a small-city university, and finding necessary group support in an established diversity program. The fourth chapter discusses in-group/out-group issues from a student who move from a small-town Jewish population to achieve student leadership in a large diverse university. The final story chapter looks at being an immigrant and non-native speaker, but making it in college overcoming stereotype threat. The final chapter is our collective recommendations of what a university or college can do with this student-rich perspective to more deeply educate about the fundamental issues of living in a diverse world.

High school students receive a great deal of advice about gaining admission to college, but much less about what to do when they arrive there. More than ever, a college education represents a major investment of time and money. In this perceptive and witty guide, written by an experienced teacher and counselor of both high school and college students, Victor L. Cahn presents future undergraduates and their parents with a blueprint for how best to use these vital four years. With singular candor, he discusses the potential pitfalls and rewards of campus life, including the transition from high school; the challenges of academic, personal, and social freedom; and the opportunities offered by courses, professors, and extracurricular programs. All this information is presented in the context of one central theme: that college is preparation not simply for a career, but for life.

Succeeding in college is a crucial step towards succeeding in life, but along the way there are many pitfalls that can trap students during their all-important freshman year. David Willis, a recent college graduate and college admissions professional, has used personal experience, professional experience, and humor to dissect this entire process, and give very practical and creative advice for new college students. This book is a must-read for any student beginning their college search process or preparing to start their freshman year. It will simultaneously entertain and empower its readers by equipping them with the information they will need to Conquer College!

High school students receive a great deal of advice about gaining admission to college, but much less about what to do when they arrive there. More than ever, a college education represents a major investment of time and money. In this perceptive and witty guide, written by an experienced teacher and counselor of both high school and college students, Victor L. Cahn presents future undergraduates and their parents with a blueprint for how best to use these vital four years. With singular candor, he discusses the potential pitfalls and rewards of campus life, including the transition from high school; the challenges of academic, personal, and social freedom; and the opportunities offered by courses, professors, and extracurricular programs. All this information is presented in the context of one central theme: that college is preparation not simply for a career, but for life.