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License
Dedication
About the Authors
Dave Dillon; Linda Bruce Hill; Alise Lamoreaux; Phyllis Nissila; and Thomas Priester
Foreword
Amy Hofer; James Glapa-Grossklag; and T Ford
Preface
Alise Lamoreaux; Thomas Priester; and Dave Dillon
What to Expect for the Student
Acknowledgements
Thomas Priester; Phyllis Nissila; and Dave Dillon
Introduction
Alise Lamoreaux and Dave Dillon
Passion
What’s College For?
Evolution To College: Becoming A College Student
Alise Lamoreaux
College Overview
Time Management Theory
Time Management Reality
Procrastination Activity
Phyllis Nissila
The Basics of Study Skills
Dave Dillon and Phyllis Nissila
Communication
Christopher L. Hockey
Using Your Brain
Yuki Sasao
Navigating The College Website
Comprehending College Level Reading by Using the Reading Apprenticeship Approach
Getting the Most Out of Your Textbooks
Memory
Phyllis Nissila and Dave Dillon
Concentration and Distraction
Test-Taking Strategy Specifics
Words of Wisdom: Learn What You Don’t Want
Jamie Edwards
The Big Picture
Lumen Learning and Linda Bruce Hill
Career Paths
Words of Wisdom: What Do You Enjoy Studying?
Dr. Patricia Munsch
Professional Skill Building
Career Development
Networking
Words of Wisdom: Thinking Critically and Creatively
Dr. Andrew Robert Baker
Diversity and Accessibility
Lumen Learning; Linda Bruce Hill; and Dave Dillon
Cultural Competency
Nutrition
Lumen Learning and Dave Dillon
Exercise
Sleep
Substance Misuse
Lumen Learning
Stress
Mental Health
Words of Wisdom: Something Was Different
Jacqueline Tiermini
Beyond Tuition: Understanding College Expenses
Hidden Money: Scholarships
Conclusions
Dave Dillon and Thomas Priester
Appendix A Original Works
Appendix B Multimedia Links
Appendix C Commencement
Caleb Martinez; Pearl Lopez; and Steve Jobs and Dave Dillon
Appendix D Study Skills Assessment
Appendix E Recommended Reading and Films
Appendix F Resources for Educators
Version History
Accessibility Assessment
Glossary
Jeanne Hoover and Dave Dillon
In memory of Carole Ann Molyneaux Dillon. Thank you for everything Mom.
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Blueprint for Success in College and Career by Dave Dillon is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.