Unofficial lecture-room folklore
Collected evidence
People do not call me. I simply appear. When official paperwork insists on a name, it says Koen Koreman.
At Howest I lecture, debug, and occasionally test whether a room still remembers what a variable is. This site is a lovingly unserious record of why that job requires both knowledge and emotional resilience.
I love my children especially when they wake up at 6 AM for cartoons and demand
breakfast like tiny project managers and I love my students
except the ones who are younger than 18.
I once explained that 1 + 1 = 10. That is correct in
binary, but most of the time people are confused.
It makes them wonder what, exactly, I am teaching my children at home.
My students are dear to me too, even the brave souls who do not always attend. Their absence gives me time to craft 222-IQ hints: technically leading to the answer, yet emotionally encrypted. The Log4j period was a special work of art..
Then there are moments best filed under brain farts:
Please study. Asking what a variable is after months of OS and Programming Fundamentals courses does something tender and dramatic to my soul ðŸ˜
Exam day has its own genre: thirty minutes spent searching for the code while the code is glowing on the TV.
Everyone knows Linux is my natural habitat, but macOS is technically allowed in the Unix-ish neighborhood.
Terminal customization is powerful. Sometimes even too much... After seeing my colleague's setup, well... this picture perfectly illustrates my reaction:
During a Forensic Analysis lecture, I was talking about Windows. Not my favorite window to open, but education demands sacrifice.
Suddenly, a very loud laugh burst from a student's phone. The whole class folded, including me. Checking your phone during lectures is dangerous; comedy has timing.
Did it improve the mood? Absolutely. Before that, the faces in the room were quietly asking, "Why am I here?". But still: do not do it.
Working at Howest has been one of the most enriching and rewarding experiences of my career, and much of that joy comes from the incredible team I am fortunate to work with. Each of my colleagues brings something unique and valuable to the table, creating a vibrant and dynamic work environment that I genuinely love being a part of.
What stands out most about my colleagues is not just their professional excellence, but the camaraderie we share. We are more than just coworkers; we are a family. The support, trust, and respect we have for one another create a positive atmosphere that makes coming to work each day a pleasure. Whether we are collaborating on a new project, navigating challenges, or celebrating our achievements, the sense of unity and teamwork is always present.
The diverse talents and perspectives of my colleagues contribute to our team's strength and effectiveness. I have learned so much from each of them, and I am continually amazed by their creativity and innovative ideas. The opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in such a supportive environment is something I deeply appreciate.
In summary, working with my colleagues at Howest has been an absolute joy. Their enthusiasm, positivity, and unwavering commitment to excellence make every day a rewarding experience. I am incredibly proud to be part of this team and grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such remarkable individuals.
100% not from ChatGPT
— reference to the special dayNational sport
A tiny monument to patience, gravity, and the noble art of avoiding pipe-shaped consequences.
Fine art department
