Getting the Most Out of Your College Experience

Getting the Most Out of Your College Experience

Dr. Chris Apoder O’Riordan-Adjah MS PE

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Publishing Services Consortium, LLC (PSC)
Año de edición:
2024
ISBN:
9798893157345
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With all the many books available covering the ins and outs of getting a college education, why select this one?First of all, it’s one of the most comprehensive books of its kind, covering every conceivable topic - from selecting the college that’s right for you, to preparing for life after graduation and finding your first job.Next, this is a reference volume you will want to keep on your bookshelf as you progress through each year of college. It’s also a timeless volume, in the sense that you will want to pass it down to your children when they are in your shoes and facing the challenges of getting their own college education.Finally, this is a book that can help anyone who is attending college, thinking about it, or planning for it. Parents can also gain insight by perusing this book, giving them an understanding of what college is like today. Even if they attended college themselves, they might read some things that will surprise them. Times have changed.What You Will Find InsideInformation about academics and resources you may not know about.Topics of interest that play a major role in the college experience.Friendly advice and suggestions that will help you to handle the challenges you will likely encounter (or may be encountering right now).Personal stories about the author’s own experience as an international student.Student stories illustrating the challenges of college life, drawn from the author’s experience as a student advisor and mentor.You will find that this information is presented in a clear, concise, and conversational manner that is easy to understand, living up to the book’s billing as 'a user-friendly guide.'

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  • Getting the Most Out of Your College Experience
    Dr. Chris Apoder O’Riordan-Adjah MS PE
    With all the many books available covering the ins and outs of getting a college education, why select this one?First of all, it’s one of the most comprehensive books of its kind, covering every conceivable topic - from selecting the college that’s right for you, to preparing for life after graduation and finding your first job.Next, this is a reference volume you will want to ...