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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at JMU chapter.

The official Her Campus Book has finally arrived and I can’t wait to share it with you! This complete guide to college life has everything you need to know about how to handle and maintain a healthy lifestyle during the best years of your life. From healthy eating, relationships, and fitness to studying abroad and internships, this book has it all. It even offers a sample roommate contract and dorm-room grocery list.

Listed below are a few of my personal favorite chapters and a sneak peek into what the book is all about.

Chapter 5: Nutrition, Fitness, and Eating Disorder

The freshman fifteen is avoidable! In order to set a healthy lifestyle you must establish a balance between academics, a healthy diet, and physical exercise. Know what your dining halls offer and don’t always keep from eating fats, they’re important to your health too. 

Chapter 9: Sexual Health 

Sex! There I said it! Don’t be afraid to talk about it! You’re in a whole new world now and it’s important to start taking care of your body. And yes, that means going to see a gynecologist if you plan on being sexually active. Know what to expect of your first visit and be aware of all women’s health issues.  

Chapter 12: Dating, Relationships, and Hooking Up

The college dating world is nothing like that of high school, I mean for all we know you might just end up with “the one” ….or the very wrong one. The dating pool has quadrupled in size, but how do you progress from your casual hook ups to actually being a “thing?”  

Chapter 19: Landing Jobs and Internships

Want to land the job of your dreams? Well it’s time to go a little further than just taking your required major classes. It’s important to know your school’s, and major’s, internship policies because the reality of the situation is that they don’t always count for credit. Do your research, volunteer, and be active in your school’s student organizations.

Transitioning into college is no easy task, but The Her Campus Guide to College Life is here to answer any of your questions. You’ll never feel alone and you’ll be coping with all the stress of college life like a total pro. A definite must-have for any graduating high school senior.

Want to know more? Order your copy today! http://www.hercampus.com/book

Aleixka has a B.A. in Media Arts and Design and a minor in Spanish from James Madison University. She loves all things books, traveling, food, and photography.