Jyrki Koivisto

Words of Wisdom from my Late Mentor

The following is a quotation from my late mentor, Jyrki Koivisto, to my high school graduating class. A couple of months after sharing this advice, at the age of 48, he passed away of a sudden brain aneurysm. Koivisto's philosophy has consistently guided mine, especially in teaching.

I have 3 pieces of advice:
  1. Always be true to yourself.
  2. Always give to others.
  3. Always persevere; never give up.
  4. Don't worry: there is a future for all of us.
  5. Always bring a towel.