This book describes actual experiences the author had with students during his extended career as a college administrator. It is intended to illustrate the importance of engaging students personally in campus life to enhance their education.

Chapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Student Creativity and Antics: Invitations from Students; Streaking Through College; He Just Doesn't Test Well; Aren't You Somebody?; We're a Father!; Buried Treasure; Creative Student Politics Chapter 3 Misconceptions and Stereotypes: Fraternity Bashing; Dealing With a "Radical" Student; The Dumb Jock; They're Just a Bunch of Bums; What the Students are Thinking; Students and Conformity Chapter 4 On the Horns of a Dilemma: Whose Life is it, Anyway?; My Political Naivete; A Sweet Little Old Lady; Who Has Sufficient Wisdom?; "Adjusted" Recommendations; Spring Break; Loss of Innocence Chapter 5 Observations and Issues: Presidents and Students; Deciding What Students Should Study; Student Satisfaction and Retention; Recruiting New Students; Reference Points Chapter 6 Insight and Inspiration: He's My Brother; It's No Big Deal; The Faculty Just Don't Care; A Lesson From a Student; Whose Flag is That, Anyway?; Confession: My Favorite Students