New Beginnings

Written for grown-up students returning to college, this guide starts from the experiences adults bring to campus. Readers can take stock of their own abilities as learners, plan their time more effectively, and sharpen the study habits that college demands.

The book draws on advice from adult learners and academic advisors throughout. It covers how to approach different kinds of reading, walks through the research process, and breaks the writing of college papers into clear steps. Its summary of essential college writing principles uses examples aimed at older, non-traditional undergraduates rather than recent high school graduates.

A glossary explains what each major field of study in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences focuses on, helping students understand the academic disciplines they may encounter.