Wisdom for a High School Grad:
Incredible Letters and Inspiring Advice for Getting
the Most Out of College
By Douglas Barry
Philadelphia/London: Running Press, 2005.
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The summer after graduating from high school,
Douglas Barry asked a very diverse group
of accomplished people a very important question:
"What should I get out of college?"

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In Wisdom for a High School Grad, he shares the personal letters of advice and encouragement he received from these refreshingly reflective individuals. He adds to these letters quotations taken from notable commencement speeches. It is an inspiring collection of wisdom like no other — specific in content and universal in appeal — that provides a roadmap for success, in college and in life.

"The world is ripe with opportunity for those who work hard, get an
education, and play by the rules. . . . Above all else, be yourself and have fun!"
— George W. Bush, President of the United States

"Dreams can come true. Set your goal for what you want and go for it!"
— John Travolta, Actor

"[College] exposed me to wise, dedicated, knowledgeable, artistic people who wanted to help me."
— Harley Jane Kozak, Actress and Author

"Yes, go to college. It will indeed help you to figure out who you are. And it may well surprise you by being fun as well."
— William Borders, News Editor, The New York times