Exploring Munich’s Green Heart: The English Garden
Authors . City life . Culture . Germany . Student life . TravelThis article was co-written by Borbely-Kubina Hannah and Adriana Piñeiro The English Garden (Englischer Garten) is not just Munich’s largest park, it’s a historical and cultural landmark that reflects the city’s unique blend of tradition, nature, and modern leisure. Spanning over 910 acres, it stretches from the city centre to the northeastern districts, making it
Accommodation for International Students in Munich
Authors . Student lifeAs I stepped off the plane and felt the crisp air of Munich for the first time, I knew I was embarking on a transformative journey. My name is Ty Chhayhak, and I am a 23-year-old student from Cambodia, now pursuing my studies in Law at LMU. Coming from the capital city of Cambodia, I
The reality of studying abroad: highs and lows
Authors . City life . Culture . Germany . Opinion pieceby Hannah Borbely-Kubina Erasmus or any exchange opportunity is something most of us dream about during our school years, partly due to media representation and largely because we fantasize that another town, country, or continent will fulfill all our desires and dreams. While some of these notions are fantastical, the experience of studying abroad certainly
Ibiza to Munich: An Erasmus Journey
AuthorsHello everyone! My name is Adriana, but feel free to call me Adri. I am from the beautiful island of Ibiza in Spain, though I currently study in Madrid, where I am pursuing a double degree in Journalism and Audiovisual Communication. This semester, however, I wanted to explore something new, so I am in Munich
Two Roots, One Journey: as an Exchange Student in Munich
AuthorsMy name is Chiajui Yang, a name composed of three Chinese characters, each carrying my mother’s wishes for me. ‘Yang’ means the sun shining upon the fuchsia tree, marking the passage of time for all; ‘Chia’ represents the warmth and importance of family; ‘Jui’ is intelligence and wisdom. These wishes are the guiding lights in
Exchange student
AuthorsHello, and thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. My name is Chhayhak Ty, I’m from Cambodia and am honored to be part of this exchange program to Munich, Germany. This experience marks a significant milestone in my academic and personal journey, and I am deeply grateful for the chance to immerse myself in
A german swede
AuthorsPicture (left and right): Fleur Riller Lendemar Servus! My name is Fleur and I’m an Erasmus student from Sweden. My hometown is in Scania, the southern part of Sweden, where the headland is framed by oceans and long white beaches. If you live in the northern part of Sweden the summers are long and the
My Second Chance
Authors . Covid-19 . Student lifeMy name is Elisa, I am 21 years old and I come from Bolzano, a fascinating bilingual town in South Tyrol, Italy. I study Communication Sciences and Culture at my hometown University, a trilingual bachelor’s program in Italian, German and English. This winter semester, I find myself here in Munich, like all of you, to
Wendy in Munich
AuthorsMy name is Jing-wen (Wendy) Lo, and I’m from Taiwan, a small island in the Pacific Ocean near China. I used to feel a bit insecure when introducing where I’m from, expecting people to either confuse Taiwan with Thailand or assume it’s part of China. But to my surprise, most people I’ve met in Europe
Let Everything Flow Through Me: LMU, Our Story Begins
AuthorsHello！ I’m Huan Lin, and you can also call me Poppy—it’s easier to remember that way. I’m from a small island in southern China called Hainan, and I love the cool sea breeze and sweet coconut water there. From that tropical island to LMU, it’s more than just a 16-hour flight. Step by step, with