If you are looking for the next great book to add to your collection, look no further! I have compiled a list of six different books to check out based on your college major. Or, if you are looking for a gift for a friend who likes to read, this list will give you an idea of something to shop for! Just click on the pictures to learn more.
Psychology, Applied Social Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Humans of New York: Stories
Author Brandon Stanton has an audience of over 18 million people, who know him best for his ambitious freelance project of creating a photographic portrait of New York City. There is somethiing that is just so intriguing about reading other people’s life stories and Stanton, through his photography, shines light on people from all areas of New York City.
When Breath Becomes Air
For all health-related or pre-professional majors out there, Paul Kalanithi’s book is a tragically beautiful reminder of how precious life is. As put by The Washington Post: “An emotional investment well worth making: a moving and thoughtful memoir of family, medicine and literature. It is, despite its grim undertone, accidentally inspiring.”
Professional Communication and Emerging Media, Retail Merchandising and Management, Apparel Design and Development
Leave Your Mark: Land Your Dream Job. Kill It in Your Career. Rock Social Media.
This adorable looking book is chalk full of advice for new graduates. Author Aliza Licht is a global fashion communications executive with a plethora of knowledge for the girl who is looking to “Leave Her Mark” in the world! This book would be a great read for any new graduate, but the content would be most useful for one of the majors listed above.
Health, Wellness and Fitness or Dietetics
The Smart Student’s Guide to Healthy Living: How to Survive Stress, Late Nights, and the College Cafeteria
This book is a must-have for the health-concious college student, especially if your future career concerns health and wellness!