Student Life

Set The Rum Diaries or I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell in an out-of-control fraternity house, and you get Total Frat Move-- the next (d)evolution in college debauchery.

Trouble always seems to find 13-year-old Julian Twerski. First it was a bullying incident, and now he’s been accused of vandalizing a painting. The principal doesn’t want to suspend him again, so instead, he asks Julian to write a 200-word essay on good citizenship. Julian writes 200 no’s instead, and so begins an epic struggle between Julian and his principal. Being falsely accused is bad enough, but outside of school, Julian’s dealing with even bigger issues.

Does your forgetfulness frustrate you? Are you having trouble picking up new skills? Are you certain that you’re capable of more, but you can’t seem to get your brain to match your ambition? There are a lot of people in your shoes and many who don’t know where to turn. Luckily, you’ve found this book.

Elena is lost in the shuffle between her three overachieving siblings. But now that she’s on her own for a whole semester, she intends to keep the spotlight on herself - and Spain is just the place to do it. But Elena has always been more comfortable writing plays than starring in them, and she’s beginning to realize that keeping out of the spotlight has its perks, too....

This book was comprised from close to 40 years of involvement in the professional sports and media industry of one way or another and is written as a teaching guide...as we all need to go back to basics once in a while to try to understand why things are thought, said, and done by the other person. The lessons are about the relationships that go on in our everyday lives, and the intention is to present scenarios and for the listeners to put themselves in each of those different roles throughout the book to have a better understanding of what others go through on a daily basis.

Part four of this comprehensive series focuses on the mastery of key legal vocabulary and the understanding of Latin terms that are integral to the practice of law. It serves as both an educational and reference tool, helping law students enhance their comprehension of legal language and develop a solid foundation for their careers.

A completely revised and updated values-based guide to navigating the first year of college that speaks to college students in their own language and offers practical tools that listeners need to keep from drinking, sleeping, or skipping their way out of college. In the four years since its initial publication, The Freshman Survival Guide has helped thousands of first year students make a successful transition to college life. However, much has changed on campuses.

Cows wandering on roads are an everyday hazard in rural South Africa. They appear suddenly, and their movements are unpredictable. Hitting them can have dire consequences. Dodging Cows is one man's journey from carefree childhood to lazy student to conscripted soldier to passionate farmer, buffeted by the fault lines in South Africa’s history. Gritty and uncompromisingly authentic, this thought provoking novel stirs all the emotions. Part One Follow the adventures of a young boy, Luke Ayres growing up on a farm in southern Natal barely aware of a country divided along racial lines. Part ...

Three Women. One College Student. Life Lessons. Wayne Sloan and Linda Watson never intended to become long-term lovers. But almost a year has passed and the improbable romance, between a college student and a 45-year-old widow, is still a secret from everyone including Linda’s best friend, Cindy Sloan, who happens to be Wayne’s mom. Wayne’s poor scholastic performance incurs the wrath of his parents, and a long summer working for his uncle in a rural factory awaits Wayne. Soon after his arrival Wayne receives an unwanted gift from a promiscuous divorcee. He seeks a more appropriate ...

Genuine, lasting life-change is the heartbeat of youth ministry but too few students experience it. Through a simple but revolutionary process of “mentoring a few,” dramatic transformation can happen in the lives of students—with benefits that spread throughout the ministry.

The true story of African American award winning writer and teacher living and working in China. This short story recounts the author's interactions with several very special students, including the death of the first student he befriends, a young man who adopts the last name of his hero, Michael Jackson. The author shares other touching stories about several female students including Rachel (pictured on the book cover) and his ministry to these students as he attempts to share Christ with students hungry for the truth.

.Translated from the french successful novel "Offre Logement Contre Menus Services", this story takes place in France. Laura is a young student who finds herself with no other choice but to leave her home town and her fiancé, so that she can follow her dreams of studying at a famous art school in Paris. Finding it difficult to find a place to rent, she ends up accepting the offer of a charming landlord of very special tastes. Yet settling down into her new life in the capital, she has no idea how living together with him will go. Will she be able to find herself in this unknown environment...

In Academic Libraries: A Journey with Panyim and Nyakor, readers are invited to witness the transformative power of education as seen through the eyes of two young lovers from South Sudan. Panyim, an aspiring engineer burdened by academic challenges, finds an unwavering source of support in Nyakor, whose expertise in academia is only matched by her dedication to Panyim’s success. Set against the backdrop of the University of Juba, this narrative takes you through the hallowed corridors of academic libraries, both physical and virtual, showcasing the vital role they play in a student’s ...

INDEPENDENCE UNLOCKED: Life Skills for Young Adults on the GO! Ready to take on life’s challenges with confidence? Independence Unlocked is your ultimate guide to mastering the skills every young adult needs to thrive in today’s fast-paced world. This engaging and practical book covers essential topics, including: ✔ Navigating the real estate market with ease ✔ Mastering the latest tech to stay ahead ✔ Building meaningful social connections ✔ Beating impostor syndrome once and for all ✔ Preparing for the exciting journey of parenting With relatable examples and actionable ...

In this book you will learn the 5 basic steps you need to follow in order to seduce her from being "just friends" into be lovers. Hi, I'm Robby! I can still remember the hot summer nights hanging out with one of my hot female friends, driving her home, dropping her off, and then going home alone only to mull over all the things I should have said, but didn't, or the things I did say but shouldn't have.... I had so much doubt and regret and mixed emotions. I loved hanging out with her but I desperately wanted more... and yet I didn't want to screw up our close relationship! I ...

✓ Do you ever feel like a failure? ✓ Do you wonder WTF is happening to your life? If you want the worst advice you have ever heard - keep reading! In this refreshingly entertaining guide to destroying your life, bestselling author Steffi Evans serves up ridiculous advice to send your life down the toilet bowl. Find out how to screw up your health, finances and relationships with stupid recommendations to help you: Follow the herd like sheep jumping off a cliff. Spend money on stupid sh*t that may kill you. Fulfill your dream of having a credit card in every color of the rainbow. By the ...

THE BOOK OF HOW TO FOR COLLEDGE STUDENTS: “Success in College and Beyond” is a comprehensive guide that equips students with essential skills and knowledge for achieving academic success and personal growth. It offers practical tips and strategies that help students navigate college life and prepare for the future. This book covers various topics, including effective communication, teamwork, stress management, building healthy relationships, financial literacy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. With its engaging writing style and real-world examples, “Success in College and Beyond” ...

For over two millennia, Seneca’s letters have inspired countless individuals to live with purpose, courage, and clarity. In How to Read Stoicism, you’ll find a straight-to-the-point, modern translation of Seneca’s 5 best letters to Lucilius, carefully selected to give you powerful insights into time management, mental toughness, and living a meaningful life.

Since Joshua Steckel began work at a Brooklyn public high school as its first-ever college guidance counselor, every one of the hundreds of graduates he has counseled has been accepted to college, many to top-flight schools with all expenses paid. But getting in is only one small part of the drama of his students’ stories. In a riveting work of narrative nonfiction - winner of a Studs and Ida Terkel award - Hold Fast to Dreams follows the lives of 10 of Josh’s students as they navigate the vast and obstacle-ridden landscape of college in America.

The context in which adolescents are learning has shifted radically since students first offered blunt advice to high school teachers in the groundbreaking Fires in the Bathroom, a perennial best seller. Now their world is changing at warp speed, and classrooms, too, are seething with anxiety. This sequel raises the voices of diverse youth around the nation as they live through the mind-bending quandaries of this era and ask their teachers to notice.