Alexander Todorov - Teachers Make a Difference - Yevdokia Hristova

The speaker reflects on their college years during the fall of the Communist system, highlighting a year of student strikes. Initially aspiring to make movies, they started in engineering due to their math skills but switched to psychology to prepare for cinema school exams. Despite the lack of experimental research traditions in Communist times, inspiring teachers like Dokia Crystal influenced their decision to stay in psychology, leading to a 30-year career in the field.

What significant event occurred during the speaker's college years?

• The rise of the Communist system

• The fall of the Communist system

• The introduction of new educational policies

• The establishment of a new university

What was the speaker's initial career interest before psychology?

• Engineering

• Filmmaking

• Teaching

• Medicine

Why did the speaker initially switch to psychology?

• To pursue a career in psychology

• To have time to prepare for cinema school exams

• To follow family tradition

• To escape engineering

What was lacking in the field of psychology during communist times?

• Funding for studies

• Student interest

• Experimental research traditions

• Qualified teachers

Who played a significant role in the speaker's decision to stay in psychology?

• A famous psychologist

• A family member

• Inspiring teachers

• A close friend