One Third of Latvians Have Studied More Than Necessary, But Does It Help Find Work in Liepāja?
Statistics reveal that 34% of residents have higher education, but in Liepāja it's more important to know where to buy the best cutlets and when the tram leaves.
State statistics proudly announce that 34.1% of residents have higher education. In Liepāja we receive this with a calm smile – we have more important skills here than collecting diplomas. For example, the skill to survive in Karosta when the tram is late, or the ability to find a free spot at Liepāja market on Saturday morning.
In Riga, of course, they show off with these diplomas, but can they properly order cutlets at 'Fontaine Palace'? I doubt it. While in the capital students search for work after their bachelor's degree, in Liepāja we know – the most important education is life education. And you can only get that here, listening to older generation stories by the port.
'I have a master's degree in economics, but I still don't know why Liepāja's tram goes so slowly,' says local resident Jānis. 'But I do know which café has the best coffee and where you can buy the freshest fish.'
Statistics also reveal that 28.4% have vocational education. These people are the real heroes – they make, fix and maintain with their own hands what the diploma holders only know theoretically. In Liepāja they're respected more than any bachelor's degree holder, because when the heating breaks or a bicycle needs repair, nobody looks for a doctor of philosophy.
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