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Book TV at American University: Jon Gould, "How to Succeed in College (While Really Trying): A Professor's Inside Advice"

Jon Gould

About the Program

Jon Gould discusses his book, "How to Succeed in College (While Really Trying)," in which the American University professor gives advice to students who are entering college.  Prof. Gould argues that while there are many books telling high school students how to get into college, there are very few that tell students what they need to know in order to succeed once they get there.  This interview is part of Book TV's College Series.       

About the Authors

Jon Gould

Jon Gould is a professor in the department of Justice, Law and Society at American University.  He is also director of AU's Washington Institute for Public and International Affairs.  Prof. Gould is the author of "Speak No Evil: The Triumph of Hate Speech Regulation" and "The Innocence Commission."  

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Book TV at American University: Jon Gould, "How to Succeed in College (While Really Trying): A Professor's Inside Advice"

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  • Monday, March 18th at 1:40am (ET)
  • Sunday, March 17th at 1:40pm (ET)
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