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We want to begin with a couple of take-home messages. We are experts on university life. As a result, we have good insight into what motivates students and we know what works for most. We also know what doesn’t work. On the other hand, like anyone, we don’t know everything. Since we don’t know everything, we keep trying to improve, to grow and to learn. We also know you are not like every other student. You have your own ideas and approaches. You will like some of our ideas and you will hate others. The key is that you read what we have to say. If you don’t like some things, then use the information we provide to suit your specific approach and needs. Adapt what we say to your own specifications. If you don’t then it will take you several years before you’re truly on track and doing the best you can at university.

This book contains the old tried-and-true information that never changes. It also contains new insights into student learning and new approaches. One thing you need to understand up-front is your reasons for attending university. Are you hoping to be a doctor, lawyer or business professional? Are you just trying to make Mom and Dad happy because they’re footing the bill? Or are you still unsure about what you want to be in life but you want to ensure that a university degree will help you get a job? Whatever your reasons are for wanting to be successful in school, this book is for you. This book will not only show you the tricks and skills you need for student success, it will put them into a relevant context and assist you in preparing for your future.

Did You Know?

A diversity of research has shown that self-image is the strongest indicator of life satisfaction. More to the point, academic performance at university is directly related to life satisfaction.²