This article seems to be implying that Laura is somehow less of a success than Ivan, but is that true? Laura has, without support, involved herself in organizi

This article seems to be implying that Laura is somehow less of a success than Ivan, but is that true? Laura has, without support, involved herself in organizing volunteer activities, successfully sought out a scholarship and leveraged her connections to do it, showing great initiative. She also seems to be committed to working to support herself as needed, and she still made an effort with school. Is there any reason to think that she'll be less of a success in life than Ivan? Is college really the only end game for success?