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
Money or Justice?
Culture . Opinion pieceby Alisiia Khaukha For the third year in a row, the International Ballroom Dancing Tournament has refused to eliminate Russian couples, even against the backdrop of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, presenting their participation in the competition as Neutral. Recently (7.11.2024 – 10.11.2024), the Dutch Open Championships was held in a small city, Assen, The Netherlands. This
Rethinking the Long Night of Museums: How to Make It Short and Sweet
City life . Culture . Opinion pieceby Jing-wen Lo On October 19, art venues across Munich, which typically close by 5 p.m., stayed open from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Celebrating its 25th year, the annual event Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums) offered visitors the opportunity to explore more than 100 art spaces at night. However, those expecting
The cost of being female: unpacking the pink tax
Opinion piece . Society . Student lifeby Huan Lin Have you ever encountered this situation? While shopping, you notice that your favorite items in soft colors like pink are significantly more expensive than similar items in other colors. This phenomenon is known as the “pink tax.” It refers to the price premium added by retailers simply because a product has a
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
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
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