
The Complete U
Over 100 Lessons for Success in and out of the College Classroom
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Find Meaning, Growth, and Joy in Your College Journey
The Complete UĀ is a supportive, real-world guide to thriving in collegeāacademically, socially, and emotionally. With warmth, humor, and deep insight, Dr. Deborah J. Cohan delivers over 100 empowering lessons to help students navigate every aspect of campus life.
The Complete UĀ is your empowering, honest, and compassionate guide to navigating every step of the college experience.Ā With over 100 lessons from sociologist and beloved professor Dr. Deborah J. Cohan, this transformative book offers the wisdom, support, and practical strategies every student needs to succeed in and beyond the classroom.
Whether you're a first-year student or preparing to graduate,Ā this book is like a trusted mentor, cheering you on while offering real talk about everything from picking a major to building mental resilience. From managing course loads and professors to making friends, coping with anxiety, and defining your purpose,Ā The Complete UĀ helps you grow not only as a studentābut as a person.
Inside, you'll find:
- Practical advice for every aspect of college lifeāfrom homesickness and time management to healthy relationships and stress relief.
- Supportive lessons for mental, emotional, and academic well-being, especially tailored to modern challenges like social media burnout, identity, and uncertainty.
- Lively reflections and real stories from students and parents, offering encouragement and insight in equal measure.
Your College Compass and Survival Toolkit
If you likedĀ The Anxious Generation,Ā The Freshman Survival Guide, orĀ The Naked Roommate, then you'll love Ā The Complete U.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: The Magic of College
- Chapter 2: Getting Rooted in the College Experience
- Chapter 3: The Rhythm of the College Experience
- Chapter 4: Adjusting to College Life
- Chapter 5: Mapping Your Course Schedule
- Chapter 6: Setting Out on the Path to Finding Your Academic Niche
- Chapter 7: Major and Minor Decisions
- Chapter 8: Cultivating the Mindset for Academic Success
- Chapter 9: Preparing for Academic Success
- Chapter 10: How to Shine in Class
- Chapter 11: Papers and Projects and Exams, Oh My!
- Chapter 12: Communicating and Connecting with Your Professors
- Chapter 13: When the Academic Road Gets Rocky
- Chapter 14: Decisions, Decisions
- Chapter 15: Friendships and Relationships
- Chapter 16: The Tethered Student
- Chapter 17: The Mind/Body Connection
- Chapter 18: Violence and Recovery
- Chapter 19: The Community of College
- Chapter 20: When Schoolās Not in Session
- Chapter 21: Heading to the Finish Line
- Conclusion: Follow Your Passion, Follow Your Bliss
- Afterword
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author