Who better than a recent graduate to help you navigate life after college? With encouragement and advice, fifty young women and men share what they learned the hard way so you can better prepare for the same challenges.

From 'Money Isn't Everything' to 'Real Friendships Take Effort,' these short, but insightful essays address the real struggles, opportunities, and fears that you might face as you finish your education and begin your independent adult life.  Following each essay are five bulleted life lessons to encourage and equip you on your chosen path.