The Secret Syllabus

By Jay Phelan, Terry Burnham,

Book cover of The Secret Syllabus: A Guide to the Unwritten Rules of College Success

Book description

The unwritten rules of success that every student must follow to thrive in college

The Secret Syllabus equips students with the tools they need to succeed, revealing the unwritten rules and cultural norms and expectations not included in the official curriculum. Left to figure out on their own how the…

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1 author picked The Secret Syllabus as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

When students come to college, everything is new. This book offers well-seasoned advice on how to make the most of office hours, how to study effectively, why not to worry about your major or career path too early, and at the same time, how to plan ahead.

Lots of nuts and bolts advice, a perfect high school graduation gift.

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