We have a lecturer who’s from a small village in Nigeria. He’s had a very tough life, and that made him into an extraordinary person. He’s one of the most organized and efficient people I have ever met. The self-control and the capacity for strategic thinking on this dude is impressive.
He came into my office today, weeping. He’s been accepted to a PhD program in Oklahoma. Totally deserved, and they are lucky to have him. I’m so glad I brought him over and gave him the opportunity. I find that my best lecturers come from small towns because these are people who are not spoiled by privilege and who are happy to have an opportunity to succeed.

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