I read about this book in USA Today and The Chronicle of Higher Education, and it sounds outstanding -- and sobering. It is largely a presentation of extensive research done on "how much 2,300 statistically representative undergraduates—who enrolled as freshmen in a diverse group of 24 colleges and universities in 2005—had learned by the time they (in theory) were ready to graduate, in 2009." As a measuring tool, they used the Collegiate Learning Assessment, a standardized test that gauges students' critical thinking, analytic reasoning and writing skills. Their findings? * After two years in … [Read more...] about Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses
Thriving at College
Incoming College Students Rate Emotional Health at Record Low
Incoming freshmen, particularly women, are stressed out and students' self-ratings of emotional health dropped to a record 25-year low in 2010. Only 45% of female freshmen perceive that their emotional health is above average; the figure is close to 60% for men. These are among the findings of a survey called The American Freshman: National Norms. The survey, involving more than 200,000 incoming, full-time students, was recently published by the Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) at UCLA's Graduate School of Education & Information Studies as part of the Cooperative Institutional … [Read more...] about Incoming College Students Rate Emotional Health at Record Low
Tchividjian, Veith, and Horton on Thriving at College
Sorry the blogging is so light these days. My schedule has been quite full of late and I'm looking forward the redesign of this site, which should be ready in a few weeks. It's Wednesday, so here's the next installment of endorsements for Thriving at College. The two books listed below by Dr. Veith were quite helpful to me in the writing of the academic chapters of the book. “Since my oldest son is getting ready to tackle college in a couple years, I’m super grateful for Alex Chediak’s book. Writing from the perspective of both a parent and a professor, Dr. Chediak presents a practical … [Read more...] about Tchividjian, Veith, and Horton on Thriving at College
Alex & Brett Harris, Bob Lepine, and Leland Ryken on Thriving at College
I'm thrilled to announce that Alex and Brett Harris, co-authors of best-selling Do Hard Things and Start Here, have written the Foreword for Thriving at College (note the updated info on Amazon). Here's how the Foreword ends: "The student who thrives at college—the student who glorifies God with his or her college years—is the one who sees it as a great opportunity that comes with great responsibility. Alex Chediak understands this better than most, with the experience and heart to help students reach their full God-given potential. Thriving at College will help you navigate the common … [Read more...] about Alex & Brett Harris, Bob Lepine, and Leland Ryken on Thriving at College
Albert Mohler, Jerry Bridges, and Tedd Tripp
Last week I mentioned that I'd be posting the endorsements for Thriving at College on a weekly basis, two or three at a time. I'm very grateful to all who took interest in this book. Having just proofread the galleys for the last time, I was really happy with how it turned out, more pleased (if it's OK to admit this) than I've been with anything I've ever written. I hope you will consider it for a friend. “College represents one of the most strategic transitional moments in the lives of most young Christians. Alex Chediak offers solid advice and counsel in Thriving at College. In this book, … [Read more...] about Albert Mohler, Jerry Bridges, and Tedd Tripp
Randy Alcorn & David Dockery on Thriving at College
My website is badly in need of a redesign, since With One Voice came out a long time ago, and Thriving at College: Make Great Friends, Keep Your Faith, and Get Ready for the Real World!is coming out in less than three months. Today is the endorsement deadline, so I thought I'd start a series of weekly posts highlighting some of the kind words of commendation which it has been my pleasure to receive over the last two months. It is a very humbling process, and I want to extend a big word of thanks to everyone who has taken the time to provide invaluable feedback about this book. So every … [Read more...] about Randy Alcorn & David Dockery on Thriving at College