The ordinary differential exam was the first shot of the exam week, followed by the mathematical analysis, discrete analysis, and complex analysis, which made the mathematics department students complain incessantly. The last large object exam was like a full-powered lawn mower. God knows how many hairs the students had on their heads.
Actually, these exams were fine.
Compared to them, what gave Lu Zhou a bigger headache was the politics exam.
He had almost failed his Modern History class last semester, and this semester's Situation and Policy was as good as dead. Logically speaking, he would not lose to anyone when it came to bragging, but sometimes, bragging had to be done …
In short, because of this matter, Class Director Zhang, who did not show up many times in the semester, called him over and had a long talk.
"… Lu Zhou, if you don't pass the politics exam, you'll feel bad. The credits from these classes are quite a lot. Originally, your name was decided by the leaders of the academy, but the school's D committee has some opinions about your political achievements, so the academy came up with a compromise. You can submit your application to join the party first, and then you can attend the party class with the other party activists, or you can go through the necessary procedures. What do you think? "
There was a limit to the number of people entering the party each year. A class only had one or two spots each year. Usually, the order was the class leader, the secretary, and the student committee.
If Lu Zhou's name was decided, it would take away one of the class leader's or secretary's spots.
It couldn't be helped. A bookworm could do whatever he wanted.
In terms of excellence, there was no one in the entire mathematics department that could prove Zhou's conjecture. Even though the school committee was not satisfied with his politics exam, they never said anything to reject him. They only made suggestions to correct him.
However, Lu Zhou was not happy.
Why did you arrange it for me?
Did I say I have to join?
Lu Zhou coughed and politely refused, "Teacher, can I not join? I'm really not interested in this area. "
He had no plans to develop in the system, and he was not interested in taking the civil service exam at all. It did not matter to him whether he joined or not.
In academia, qualifications were very important, background was very important, mentors were very important, everything was important … but the most important thing was still strength.
If he won the Fields Award, he would be able to ignore everything else.
"You're not joining?" Instructor Zhang's eyes widened in disbelief. "This is such a good opportunity, and you're not joining? Are you sure? "
From the perspective of an "experienced" person, Instructor Zhang hoped that Lu Zhou would consider this matter seriously. After all, it wasn't too difficult to listen to a few D classes and write dozens of pages of ideological reports …
In his opinion, giving up such an opportunity was simply incomprehensible.
However, from Lu Zhou's point of view, he really didn't want to waste his time copying empty words. It was better to write a thesis or two. It wasn't like he had nothing to do all day …
Lu Zhou asked in a serious tone, "Do I have to?"
Instructor Zhang was stunned by Lu Zhou's question. He then shook his head and said, "Not really. Since you've decided … then I'll report this to the Council. "
Lu Zhou nodded and said, "Mhmm, thank you, teacher."
Instructor Zhang couldn't bear to see his students ruin their "bright future". He wanted to persuade them, but at this moment, he received a call on his phone.
"Hello, Professor Wu, hello, haha, why did you suddenly think of me?"
"What? There's a project? Do you want to go? Of course I want to go! "
"Okay, okay, I'll be right there!"
Instructor Zhang hung up the phone and pretended like nothing happened. He coughed and said, "Ahem, my PhD supervisor is looking for me. He needs my help with a scientific research project. As for joining the party, you can think about it yourself. Even if you don't want to join, for the sake of your own GPA, I advise you to consider retaking a course or something. I won't say anything else. That's it, go do your own thing. "
Lu Zhou: "…"
She felt that Instructor Zhang's usual bragging wasn't quite the same as his actual situation …
Lu Zhou picked up his transcript and was about to leave the office.
Suddenly, Instructor Zhang, who put down his phone, stopped him.
"Oh yeah, one more thing."
Lu Zhou stopped and asked, "What?"
Instructor Zhang, "Don't leave after the last exam on the 20th week. Wait until January 10th."
Even though Lu Zhou didn't plan on going home so early, he still had an academic conference to attend in Princeton. However, he was curious about what was waiting for him.
Lu Zhou asked, "What's up?"
Instructor Zhang smiled and said, "Something great. Jin Ling University's Top Ten Annual Person Scholarship Award. You're the mathematics department's person of the year. Remember to prepare an award speech. "
…
The last physics exam ended, and the entire mathematics department was filled with a happy and liberated atmosphere.
No matter how the exam was, they were finally free for this semester.
At the same time, the graduate student exam also came to an end. The fourth-year students who had been studying for nearly a year finally welcomed their final liberation.
At the KFC at the school gate, Lu Zhou and Chen Yushan sat across from each other by the window. The two each ordered a burger and coke combo.
When it came to junk food, the two of them were surprisingly compatible.
Lu Zhou, "How was the exam?"
Chen Yushan smiled proudly and raised the corner of her red lips. "It's totally OK! I think I can already start preparing for the interview. "
Lu Zhou, "Impressive, impressive."
Chen Yushan said proudly, "Of course, what about you?"
Lu Zhou sighed and said, "Other than politics, the other subjects are quite easy. Full marks aren't a big problem."
Chen Yushan sighed and said, "Full marks aren't a big problem, you can do it. Speaking of which, I almost forgot that you're the strongest genius student in the mathematics department. If any teacher gives you a difficult question, you'll probably be promoted to an associate professor. "
Lu Zhou choked on his coke and said, "Ahem, you're exaggerating."
"Maybe," Chen Yushan said as she took a sip of coke. She supported her chin with one arm and looked at him with a smile. "Speaking of which, you'll be in the second semester of your sophomore year next year. You should think about your future. What do you think, do you have any plans for your future development? "
Lu Zhou thought for a bit and said, "I haven't thought about anything too far away, but next semester, I'll think about getting a physics degree."
Chen Yushan, "That's amazing … Physics and mathematics are two different fields, right? Is it really okay to fight on two fronts? "
Lu Zhou, "It's okay. Actually, if you understand mathematics, a lot of physics problems aren't that difficult to understand. After all, a lot of physics formulas are derived from mathematical tools. "
"What about other areas? You're not considering studying abroad? I heard that Princeton University has a high status in the mathematics world. With your ability, it shouldn't be a problem for you to get an offer from Princeton, right? "
Lu Zhou thought for a bit and said, "Maybe, but I don't have any plans to study abroad yet. I'll think about it after I finish my undergraduate degree. I think the environment at Jin Ling University is quite suitable for me. I can find anything I want here. "
Actually, he had always been thinking about studying abroad.
Especially after receiving the one million yuan reward, his biggest financial problem had been solved. It was not impossible for him to study at institutions of higher learning like Princeton or the University of California, Berkeley.
However, he still needed to use his own eyes to see if an unknown environment was suitable for him.
It just so happened that the academic conference in February was going to be held at Princeton University. Not only would he be able to learn from his peers, but he would also be able to take a look at this legendary mathematics university.
Lu Zhou was looking forward to it.
"Okay then, when school starts next year, I might be at Yan University. I won't be able to take care of you then. Here's a toast to you," said Chen Yushan as she raised her coke cup. She said, "I wish you success in your studies and a bright future!"
Lu Zhou thought, Have you ever taken care of me? Haven't I always been the one teaching you mathematics problems?
However, he only said this in his mind. His EQ was not low enough to say this out loud.
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