Student Life

In this student edition of Gods at War, Kyle Idleman helps us recognize there are false gods at war within each of us, and they battle for the place of glory and control in our lives. What keeps us from truly following Jesus Christ is that our hearts are pursuing something or someone else like money or popularity.

This is the full length novel of The Teachings of Spenser Carlyle series for those who would like to read a longer version instead of short volumes. The story begins with a simple act. A student hands an essay in to an English Teacher. It changes both of their lives forever. Lucas Morgan decides that he wants to belong to Spenser Carlyle but he doesn't know what all that involves. Some teachers act as though they're holding a whip but this one actually does. He owns a club where he's a Master. If Lucas wants to belong to Master Carlyle, he has a lot to learn. Lucas is ready and willing.

Cows wandering on roads are an everyday hazard in rural South Africa. They appear suddenly, and their movements are unpredictable. Hitting them can have dire consequences. Dodging Cows is one man's journey from carefree childhood to lazy student to conscripted soldier to passionate farmer, buffeted by the fault lines in South Africa’s history. Gritty and uncompromisingly authentic, this thought provoking novel stirs all the emotions. Part One Follow the adventures of a young boy, Luke Ayres growing up on a farm in southern Natal barely aware of a country divided along racial lines. Part ...

Sexy, submissive Evan is an eighteen-year-old college freshman whose secret fantasies about his new friends; Conner, Eddie, and Marty, three slightly older upperclassmen he meets at the campus pool, come true one night at a house party.

Blended learning allows a partnership that gives teachers more time and energy to innovate and personalize learning while providing students the opportunity to be active agents driving their own growth. Balance With Blended Learning provides teachers with strategies to actively engage students in setting goals, monitoring development, reflecting on growth, using feedback, assessing work quality, and communicating their progress with parents.

All community midwife Violet wants for Christmas is a day of good food and trashy television with her best friend Zoe. Being on call means that anything could happen. Take half an hour out of your busy day, and join the midwife on call at Christmas. The best presents are sometimes the ones we least expect. This is a quick-read story, featuring characters from the Lessons of a Student Midwife series.

I’m in love with my professor, a man who is unknowingly the father to my child… He broke my heart six years ago and left for the Navy. I thought he and I were ancient history, but now he is teaching me ancient history. Professor James Carter is 6’4”, intelligent, and gorgeous. The connection between us ignites instantly, a magnetic force that's impossible to ignore. Yet, as sparks fly in the hidden corners of campus, I grapple with the weight of my secret. A five-year-old daughter he is not yet aware of. Threats surface, and old rivalries rear their heads. But James is willing to ...

Cognitive science has revealed the hidden secrets of what really works for studying. Written by psychologists who are experts in the science of study habits, Study Like a Champ outlines clear steps students can use throughout their high school and college careers to plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning.

Are you a recent college graduate overwhelmed by student loan debt, stuck between survival mode and the life you were promised? Debt Isn’t Your Destiny is the judgment-free, heartfelt, and empowering financial guide every young adult needs—but few receive. Written for those who feel stuck under the weight of student debt, this book delivers more than money tips. It offers clarity, emotional healing, and a step-by-step roadmap to help you reclaim your future. Whether you're navigating anxiety around debt repayment, unsure how to budget without giving up joy, or wondering if you'll ever ...

Every student asks questions about life beyond the classroom: What does it mean to be in community? How can I discern my vocation? How should I understand marriage and sex? How should I relate to money and power? What happens if I doubt my faith? How should I approach interfaith dialogue? To help students navigate these questions about some of life's most pressing and difficult issues, Gary M. Burge and David Lauber have gathered insights from Christian faculty who draw on their own experiences in conversation with students during office hours and over coffee.

Older Woman. Younger Man. Surprise Visitor The unexpected romance took place when cell phones were a novelty, and “good girls” didn’t get pregnant before marriage. Margaret Hudson was 49 and a widow. She lived a comfortable suburban life, playing weekly tennis matches at the country club with her close friend Karen Walker. A power outage during a hurricane brought Margaret and her 26-year-old neighbor, Wayne Myers, together for an extended period of unexpected passion. It’s not an ideal arrangement, and it becomes difficult to keep private from Karen Walker. Margaret’s oldest ...

The purpose of this multiple case study was to explore the experiences of informal music learners at a community college. In this study, the views and understandings of participants provided diverse perspectives into individual lifeworlds, which are informed by social, economic, and cultural conditions. Purposeful sampling was used to provide information rich cases. Specifically, maximum variation and criterion sampling guided the researcher in selecting eight distinct participants with divergent perspectives, attitudes, and positions. This investigation was directed by three research ...

In LEVEL UP: 50 Power Moves, students will discover 50 bold, real-life lessons written in their language, rooted in courage, character, and everyday decision-making. Each power move is designed to prepare young leaders for life beyond the classroom, offering: 💥• Inspiring real-life examples 📝• Reflective journal prompts 🙌🏽• Confidence-building affirmations 💡• Life skills to navigate choices & challenges Whether your student is full of energy or full of nerves about what’s next, this book is the ultimate guide to help them walk into middle school prepared, empowered,...

“I couldn’t come to class because my car was possessed.” Gone are the days of telling the teacher, “My dog ate my homework.” Students are creating increasingly creative excuses—many of which boggle the mind of any sane, logical person. Conversation with a Student chronicles such interactions between today’s students and a college professor. Some of the conversations are humorous, some are outrageous, and some border on the frightening side of life.

Between grad school and multiple jobs, Naledi Smith doesn’t have time for fairy tales…or patience for the constant e-mails claiming she’s betrothed to an African prince. Sure. Right. Delete! As a former foster kid, she’s learned that the only things she can depend on are herself and the scientific method, and a silly e-mail won’t convince her otherwise. Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo, shouldering the hopes of his parents and his people. At the top of their list? His marriage.

In Academic Libraries: A Journey with Panyim and Nyakor, readers are invited to witness the transformative power of education as seen through the eyes of two young lovers from South Sudan. Panyim, an aspiring engineer burdened by academic challenges, finds an unwavering source of support in Nyakor, whose expertise in academia is only matched by her dedication to Panyim’s success. Set against the backdrop of the University of Juba, this narrative takes you through the hallowed corridors of academic libraries, both physical and virtual, showcasing the vital role they play in a student’s ...

The vibrant stories in I’ll Give You a Reason explore race, identity, connection, and belonging in the Ironbound, an immigrant neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey. A young widow goes on her first date since her husband’s death and finds herself hunting a bear in the woods with a near stranger. An unhappy wife compares her mother’s love spells and rituals to her own efforts to repair her strained marriage. A self-conscious college student discovers a porn star who shares her name and becomes obsessed with her doppelgänger’s freedom and comfort with her own body.

Violet dreams of becoming a midwife. Off to university to start her training, all that stand between her and her future are anxiety, self-doubt, and three years of hard work. With best friend Zoe by her side, can she overcome the obstacles to make her dreams come true? This volume contains the entire Lessons of a Student Midwife series, including Life Lessons, Love Lessons and Lessons Learned.

My plan was simple. Serve a full-time mission. Go to college. Get married. Stick it out 'til death. That’s not what happened. I began my studies at BYU, hoping to strengthen my faith while I searched for love. That's when I met both Claire and Easton.

A completely revised and updated values-based guide to navigating the first year of college that speaks to college students in their own language and offers practical tools that listeners need to keep from drinking, sleeping, or skipping their way out of college. In the four years since its initial publication, The Freshman Survival Guide has helped thousands of first year students make a successful transition to college life. However, much has changed on campuses.