This popular science publication gives an overview of the story of the university and student life in different periods. With its humorous interludes and funny rankings, the book gives a picture of what the 17th-century student ate and what clothes the 19th-century student wore, where the 20th-century student liked to spend time, and how far the University of Tartu alumni have reached in the science world. This will all help the 21st-century student to learn about the diverse history of the dignified university.