Jenny Holzer: Line of Light, art as a universal language
Authors . Culture . Media . Politics . Society . TravelBy Elisa Zuliani Jenny Holzer is one of the most influential figures in contemporary art, known for revolutionizing visual language as an expressive tool. Since the 1970s, she has transformed simple, direct phrases into powerful works of art that stimulate critical reflection on themes such as power, violence, and human rights. Her famous Truisms, created
From the regions of Hyde Park to Hamburg: the story of Rob Hyde and his journalistic experiences
Freedom of speech . Germany . Interview . Media . Media influence . Opinion piece . Research@IfKW . Travelby Ollie Standen Born and raised in England, Rob Hyde graduated from London College of Communications before working for a small English-language newspaper called ‘The Vienna Reporter’. After working in London for the BBC’s ‘German Fix’ language learning Channel he returned to Austria to work for ‘Central European News’ in Vienna before becoming a freelance
From Kyiv to Germany: a journalism student’s journey through two educational worlds
Germany . Interview . Student life . TravelDaryna Honcharuk, a Ukrainian student, completed her bachelor’s degree in journalism in 2022. After a two-year break, she began her master’s studies in Germany at a Hochschule, shifting slightly away from journalism but still within the media field. From her second year of university, she had been planning to study abroad, with Germany as her
In the Heart of the Alps: The Magic of Sölden
Sports . Student life . Travelby Yuliia Adamiuk and Alisiia Khaukha Situated near Munich in the mountains, the small town of Sölden, Tyrol in Austria captivated us with its fairytale-like atmosphere. At different times of the year, you can see beautiful nature here: mountains, forests, animals and a beautiful sky. According to official site of Sölden ski to get even
Is sustainable travel for Exchange students possible? LMU’s Green Travel contest and student experiences
Climate Change . Culture . Germany . Student life . TravelBy Elisa Zuliani Tackling the environmental challenges of international travel during Erasmus is not easy, but initiatives such as the Green Travel Contest at Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich prove that sustainable travel is possible. Launched in autumn 2024, the contest invited students to choose low-carbon means of transport, such as trains, buses or carpooling,
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
Hello everyone!
Student life . Travel . UncategorizedI’m Yuliia, a 21-year-old from the beautiful, vibrant heart of Ukraine. Ukraine is my homeland, and I love it dearly. With its stunning landscapes, from towering mountains to the vast, magical fields and the Black Sea, it’s a place where every season has its own charm. Winters are colder than in Germany, often blanketed in
Trip to Augsburg
Excursions . TravelOn a sunny Saturday in July, I went on a day trip to Augsburg as part of a Servicepacket event. Augsburg is a city in Bavaria, about an hour from Munich by local train. A small group of about 10 people gathered at Munich Central Station, and we set off together. After arriving, it took
See you, Munich
Student life . TravelAfter this exchange semester in Munich, there are many aspects of the city that I am going to miss. The most prominent is the beautiful nature that is always close at hand. One of the reasons I wanted to go to Munich in the beginning was because it is a big city close to the
5 Months, 5 Things To Remember
Excursions . Student life . TravelHonestly, I find it terrific to have a chance to write such a farewell to conclude my exchange semester since it can “force” me to sit down in front of my laptop and type something rather than do it in my mind only. The past 5 months have made me realize that time can fly.