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Synopsis
Ahead of the Pack: Balancing Your Way to Personal Success in College, is a must-have resource for any college or high school student preparing for a successful, balanced college experience. Unlike any other book of its kind, this unique text is written by a college student and includes information that his peers really care about. Providing information on academics, social life, fitness and nutrition, and success after graduation, Ahead of the Pack touches on every topic important to students from acceptance through graduation. This text takes a unique approach and its premise is that college is a time to have fun, prepare for success, and develop positive habits that will last a lifetime. Balance is the key to leading an enjoyable and productive life on campus, and sections on maximizing time and energy and goal-setting help students find ways to realize their aspirations. This easy-to-read text emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded experience leading to a fun, productive and healthy college experience. Special features include profiles of real college students from all walks of life; advice from academic advisors, professors, and real-world job recruiters and managers; student quotes that provide quick, real-student perspectives; worksheets that challenge readers to take action with the information they've learned; information on fitness, exercise, and healthy eating; and much, much more. Written with all students in mind, advice appears from traditional four-year, community college, non-traditional, and commuter students. This book includes something for every student to be successful in college, and beyond.
