The College Student's Guide to identity and Purpose: Becoming You (Becoming You College Series) Paperback – Large Print, July 15, 2025

Becoming You: A College Student’s Guide to Identity & PurposeSeries I of the Becoming You College SeriesCollege isn’t just about classes and credits... it’s where you begin to discover who you really are.Becoming You: A College Student’s Guide to Identity & Purpose is the first book in the Becoming You College Series, designed to help students unlock their potential from the inside out. Through the eyes of Cydney, a first-year student navigating the culture, pressures, and possibilities of college life at an HBCU, readers are invited into a powerful journey of self-discovery and direction.This guidebook blends real-life storytelling with thought-provoking reflection and practical strategies to help students define their values, understand their strengths, and connect their passion to purpose. You will learn how to embrace your unique identity, develop a growth mindset, and create a vision for your life that goes far beyond a major or a career title.In this book, you will explore• How to define who you are before the world tries to do it for you• How to stay grounded in your values and beliefs while navigating new environments• How to connect your strengths, interests, and experiences to a meaningful purpose• How to use your college years as preparation for lifelong impactWhether you are a high school senior preparing for college or a first-year student trying to find your way, this book will help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take your first steps toward becoming the best version of yourself.This book is for• Students searching for direction, meaning, and motivation• First-generation college students and students of color looking to own their story• College readiness and success programs• Educators and mentors who support student identity developmentBecoming You starts here. Your identity is not an accident. Your purpose is waiting to be discovered. Read more