[afleegman]

When the goal of that project is to get a great job, it doesn't make sense to turn your back on a great job to go back and finish your project and then go out again and try to get another great job. He always could have returned and finished out his last year if needed holding his head high knowing he took his shot at something awesome.

Anyone can apply and go to college, not everyone given a real opportunity to shine.

[dwn]

Not anyone can go to college and experience a college life -- generally people returning after years do not.

If someone has true ability/talent such that they're given an opportunity to shine, they'll be given opportunities to shine again.