Those who are currently enrolled in college or are considering attending in the future will undoubtedly have to make several important decisions. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Kevin Kruger about how students can optimize their college experience. Kevin provides lots of suggestions and advice about a variety of topics that range from managing money to making new social connections.Dr. Kruger draws on more than 40 years of experience in higher education. Since 2012, he has served as president and CEO of NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, a nonprofit organization that is focused on helping professionals who support students in addressing their academic, financial, social, and health and wellbeing needs.Prior to NASPA, Kevin held a range of student affairs positions at Southern Methodist University and the University of Maryland. In his role as NASPA president, he represents student affairs at a variety of national forums and is a frequent contributor to higher education news stories on the college student experience. Kevin has published and presented nationally and globally on trends in higher education, student success, degree-completion strategies for low-income students and first-generation students, and change management and leadership in higher education. He is the proud father of two children, one a recent college graduate and the other a college sophomore.Kevin received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Counseling and Personnel Services from the University of Maryland.The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for students who are interested in finding quick facts about their college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about financial aid options.Time Markers02:20-Welcome Dr. Kevin Kruger07:55-Special Aspects of a College Experience22:40-Did You Know: Office of Institutional Research 23:25-Ask the Expert: Kevin's Tips for Navigating College42:20-Ask Dr. P: Financial Aid OptionsResources Mentioned in this EpisodeLaura Nichols Book: The Journey Before Us: First-Generation Pathways from Middle School to CollegeCal Newport Book: How to Win at College: Surprising Secrets for Success from the Country's Top StudentsDr. Kevin Kruger on TwitterGot a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com