Includes bibliographical references and index.

Welcome to college : opening doors to success -- Values, goals, and time : managing yourself -- Learning how you learn : making the most of your abilities -- Critical, creative, and practical thinking : solving problems and making decisions -- Reading and studying : focusing on content -- Listening, note taking, and memory : taking in, recording, and remembering information -- Test taking : showing what you know -- Researching and writing : gathering and communicating ideas -- Relating to others : communicating in a diverse world -- Personal wellness : taking care of yourself -- Managing money and career : reality resources -- Creating your life : building a successful future.