{"id":15576,"date":"2023-01-03T11:08:21","date_gmt":"2023-01-03T16:08:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/?p=15576"},"modified":"2023-01-06T11:02:08","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T16:02:08","slug":"7-books-to-read-before-your-first-year-of-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/blog\/7-books-to-read-before-your-first-year-of-college\/","title":{"rendered":"7 books to read before your first year of college"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The transition from high school to college is an exciting time. But let’s face it, it can be a little overwhelming too! For many college-bound students, this might be the first time you’ll be living on your own for an extended period. You’ll be more responsible for your day-to-day life, without any supervision or input from parents or guardians. This probably sounds amazing, and it is! But with this newfound freedom comes more responsibility.<\/p>\n

To help you with first-year preparation, the Marymount team<\/a> has compiled a list of the top seven books you should read. Not all of these books are academic \u2014 you’ll have plenty of time for that when you start classes in the fall. Instead, take the time to read and prepare for the practical stuff that’ll put you a few steps ahead of your peers when you arrive on campus. After you read these books, you’ll have a better idea of how to:<\/p>\n