> be 2nd year student in Russia
> reality check time
> instead of an introductory lecture on numerical linear algebra we get a speech about how much our lives are going to suck if we don't yet have clear plans for it and what we're in for after we graduate
> "Those of you unfortunate enough to have me as your instructor during practical classes, here's your first home assignment"
> a short 2 min. report "Why the fuck did I decide to study in the Department of Mathematics?"
Why do they always have to be like this? I'm not even on the 4th year yet, give me back my delusional dreams about a cool six-figure STEM job REEEEE
>>39470394
>300,000 starting
>win multiple fields medals
>fully understand IUT
>most qualified major to work cash register at McDonald's
>>39470554
There's a reason we have posters like this in the main hall of the uni.
>>39470394
ok but do you go to a decent uni like phiztech, gmu, bauman, or some siberian shithole?
>>39470911
Siberian shithole (NSU)
>>39470939
novobirsk is not so bad actually, how are your grades???? you can probably make it if you are willing to work hard and can afford to go to grad school in Europe or america, just look at zelmanov
>>39471027
>how are your grades?
Not very good desu, I was a bit too lazy during the first year, got 3's for calculus and analytic geomentry
He's weeding out the weak. You'll be thankful if you make it through the course.
>>39471168
Well, judging by the reviews, he's not the best teacher out there, hated by many. And the oral exam in January is going to be hell.