Dušan from Čonoplja in his 9th decade of life is chasing a doctorate in agricultural sciences: He is an inspiration to all!
Dušan Pejin, from the village of Čonoplja near Sombor, is the oldest active student of doctoral studies in agricultural sciences in Serbia. He was recently awarded the Order of Karađorđe's Star.
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- Dušan Pejin is the oldest active student pursuing doctoral studies in agricultural sciences in Serbia.
- He was recently awarded the Order of Karađorđe's Star for his contributions to science, innovation, and the promotion of lifelong learning.
- Pejin enrolled in university in 1957, graduated in 1963, and later obtained a master's degree.
- He became the oldest candidate for a master's degree in the history of the University of Novi Sad.
- Learning is described as a way of life for Pejin, who continues his doctoral studies in his 80s.
- He is the author of several agricultural patents for which he has received significant recognition.