Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the decision of whether to pursue an undergraduate program in the USA or in Russia, specifically in fields like aerospace engineering or theoretical physics/math. Participants also explore the implications of citizenship on job prospects, particularly in military-oriented organizations in the USA.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses a desire to study in the USA and inquires about job prospects in US firms, especially those related to defense.
- Another participant notes that U.S. citizenship is typically required for jobs with defense contractors, sharing personal experience from job applications.
- Some participants suggest that a US education could be valuable in the Russian job market, especially given the increase in military spending in Russia.
- There are multiple suggestions regarding how to obtain US citizenship quickly, including marriage to a US citizen, though this is met with skepticism and concerns about legality.
- Several participants discuss the challenges of obtaining US citizenship, emphasizing the difficulty and lengthy process involved.
- A later reply advises focusing on education first before making plans regarding employment and cautions against discussing citizenship acquisition methods in the thread.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a range of views on the value of studying in the USA versus Russia, with no clear consensus on the best path. The discussion about citizenship and its implications for employment remains contested, with differing opinions on the feasibility of obtaining citizenship quickly.
Contextual Notes
Participants highlight the complexity of immigration and citizenship processes, noting that many individuals face significant challenges in becoming US citizens. There are also concerns about the legality of certain suggestions made in the discussion.