Orientation to College Project: Ongoing Call

MAWMedia Group is expanding to an ongoing Call for Papers for the title “Orientation to College: Learning a New Educational Culture.” The Fall 2012 call has concluded with a number of great topics and authors. You may still submit your advice columns, resource lists, and chapters for consideration for the web companion site or the second edition.

As with the previous call, authors of all abilities are encouraged to engage in the MAWMedia Group writing process and submit content. The web companion site will benefit from your personal stories of achievement. Chapters on Peer Relationships & College Dating, Private versus State Schools, and Athletics are especially welcomed for the second edition. Other solicited topics may include but are not limited to:

  • Certificates, Grad & Post Grad
  • Studying in Groups,
  • Use of the Library,
  • Computing Needs,
  • Counselors and Mental Health, and
  • Stress Reactions and Health.

Selected writers will receive authorship credit for their contribution along with a free copy of the product in which their submission is accepted. Contact Michael Wright, editor, to propose topics, the standard outline, and writing process.

The first production volume will be an edited collection of at least 31 topics. The product will present information on the realities of college attendance, financing, and successful graduation. Activities are also provided. The first edition of the print product and web companion site is targeted for completion Fall 2012 with the DVD companion scheduled for Spring 2013.