Trying something new: writing a blog about my Erasmus life at LMU Munich
Student Life . TravelHey everyone! So… I don’t know how to start… To be honest I’ve actually never really done a blog before, but why not start now here in Munich, right? 😄 I thought it could be fun to share a little piece of my life, my thoughts, and some experiences while I’m here. You’ll probably see
My Erasmus journey to Munich
Student Life . TravelHi everyone! My name is Ádám Pongrácz, I am 21 years old, and I am an Erasmus+ Exchange Student. Although officially I don’t have any other first or middle names, somehow, almost everyone who forgets my first name calls me David. I don’t really know why, but it happens always, like literally 99% of the
Munich, I couldn’t wait to meet you!
Authors . Student Life . TravelCiao everybody!! My name is Anna and I come from Treviso, a beautiful city near Venice, in the north-east of Italy. To be honest, I’d love to say my family is a mixture of different cultures and backgrounds, but the truth is that we’re all Italian and Italy is all I have known for so
The Rhythm of Link
Munich & City Life . Student Life . TravelGuten Tag! I’m Jeonghyeon Lee from South Korea. But just call me ‘Lily’ because I understand how hard it is to say my name. Even for natives, it can be tricky: for example, my aunt still always call me Jeongyeon and it’s been about 20 years! I want to focus on communication, not pronunciation. My
The far reaches of Journalism in a German landscape
Culture & Music . Media & Journalism . Munich & City Life . Opinion Piece . Politics & Society . TravelBy Ollie Standen Media, in general, is defined as “the means of communication, such as radio and television, newspapers, magazines, and the internet, that reach or influence people widely” (Dictionary.com, 2018). Journalism, as a major branch of the media, plays a crucial role in informing and educating the public through these various channels. From a
Innovation in Practice: A Visit to Media Lab Bayern
Authors . Media & Journalism . Munich Media Landscape . TravelOne of the absolute highlights of this whole course for me was our visit to Media Lab Bayern. It gave me a feeling more like stepping into a space where media, creativity, and tech were all just vibing together. The vibe was super chill but also buzzing with ideas. We got to see where people are
Journalism: the Sleeping Giant
Culture & Music . Media & Journalism . Opinion Piece . TravelThis semester’s “Media Institutions in Munich” seminar has been more than just a series of visits; it’s been a profound immersion, offering a clear view into the beating heart of Bavarian news. From the innovation of Media School Bayern to the political views of Süddeutsche Zeitung and the local emphasis of Münchner Merkur, each stop
From Goosebumps to Broadcasts: My Reflections on Science and Media Communication
Authors . Media & Journalism . Opinion Piece . Politics & Society . TravelAs someone who’s always been curious about how messages shape minds, these past few weeks have been a turning point for me. Our guest visits in the room from Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) and Media School Munich weren’t just field trips, they were invitations into two very different worlds that both revolve around the same question:How do
MS Bayern – A modern approach to media communication
Media & Journalism . TravelMy recent visit to Mediaschool Bayern offered a fascinating glimpse into the world of media training, revealing an environment that blends academic instruction with experience. Stepping into their campus in the outskirts of Munich, a sense of activity was immediately palpable. The institution, known for its radio station M94.5 and its commitment to grow young
SZ’s reach within the German landscape
Culture & Music . Media & Journalism . Munich & City Life . Opinion Piece . Science, Health & Environment . TravelBy Ollie Standen The Suddeutsche Zeitung (SZ) is a Bavarian based newspaper founded in 1945 and is one of the largest newspapers in Germany. The tonality of the newspaper shifts towards a centre-left, liberal stance on politics and views, with readers being typically more educated fitting the A, B and C1 readership demographic. Media organisations