In Rock Freshman Year, Kim Girard shares strategies on achieving what every human being in existence is seeking- happiness. This often overlooked outcome for the college experience is brought to the forefront, as students learn to successfully navigate their way through their freshman year. Kim shares her four rules for happiness and success, while masterfully dissecting potential challenges students face during their first year in college. Rock Freshman Year is filled with tips and strategies for academic success, creating quality relationships, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, while having fun. Students who choose to do the stretch work at the end of each chapter will take their experience to the next level. Whether you have a 4.7 GPA in high school and are clear about what you want to do with your life, or you are still discovering your next steps, Rock Freshman Year will help you lay a sound foundation for college success-and happiness.