OP---> You do realize that the Ethereum Project was an ICO right?  The majority of the pre-mine ether went to the pre-sale wallets, so your original premise has lead you down a very slippery slope....However, you have great energy--->keep up your research and your competency will increase along the way. I think you may find that the knowledge and the skills you've acquired over the course of your studies will be very valuable someday.