We are very pleased to present you with this third issue. The research results described here provide a singular glimpse into the world of CEGEP students. For many young people, starting CEGEP is a time to reassert their autonomy and expand their social networks. In the first article, research results show us how important the influence of family and social networks is to student retention at the CEGEP level, while the second article examines the transition from CEGEP to university.