RTU dormitory reveals that the study process can be more dangerous than Kurzeme highway

Riga Technical University has experienced a tragedy — a student's body was found in a dormitory, prompting a criminal investigation. State police representatives diplomatically announce they will "clarify the circumstances of what happened," which in university circles means the same as "we'll analyze the situation" at a city council meeting.

A University of Liepāja representative comments: "We don't have such problems — our students live at home or rent apartments, where the biggest risk is a landlord demanding rent in advance." Indeed, when the biggest student problem in Liepāja is finding affordable housing rather than surviving in a dormitory, it makes one think about priorities.

Local parents whose children study in the capital are already considering switching to quieter fields of study. As one mother from Durbe says: "In our neighboring town, a student can peacefully study agricultural sciences, and the biggest risk is colliding with a tractor." Durbe may pride itself on its tranquility, but in this case, it seems like an advantage.

RTU administration remains silent about details for now, but students are already sharing experiences about dormitory life on social media. As one writes: "I thought the worst that could happen was cold water in the shower. Turns out I was an optimist."