Exploring Munich Science Communication Lab, Communication Sci For Society
Excursions . MediaMy visit to the Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) somehow changed my perspective and gave me a new point of view of how science can be communicated to the public, not only just for the academic world. Although we didn’t have an actual tour of the MSCL’s working space, we still got to know that
Two Fieldtrips: From Broadcasting📢 to Planetary Health🌍！
Germany . Media . SocietyWhen I missed our first fieldtrip, I felt truly guilty — not only because I stayed behind, but also because I missed what seemed like a window into German media history. Luckily, my classmates kindly shared their notes, and I learned from their vivid stories about Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) — a public broadcaster built in
Trying something new: writing a blog about my Erasmus life at LMU Munich
Germany . Student lifeHey 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
Germany . Student lifeHi 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
Introduction Post
UncategorizedHi! My name is Grace and I’m from Galway in Ireland. Galway is on the west coast of Ireland and in comparison, to Munich it is tiny, but I like how close everything is in the town but I’m enjoying experiencing big city life for the first time in Munich. Galway is known for being
Nice to Meet U LMU
City life . Student lifeHey everyone!I’m Jia — nice to meet you all! I’m from Hangzhou, a beautiful city in eastern China known for West Lake, green tea, and a mix of modern life and traditional culture. It’s a really peaceful place to live, with lots of cafés, riverside walks, and creative energy everywhere. This semester, I’m in Munich
Queer Love on Screen – What Thai Media Taught Me About Representation
Authors . Media . Media influence . Politics . SocietyBefore taking the Media Institutions in Munich course, I never thought too deeply about what it meant for someone like me to be seen in media. I enjoyed films, series, and pop culture just like everyone else, but I didn’t realise how powerful, how political, it can be simply to see your identity reflected honestly on screen.
Innovation in Practice: A Visit to Media Lab Bayern
Authors . Excursions . Germany . MediaOne 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
My Journey through Germany’s Media Landscape
Authors . Media influence . UncategorizedJournalism plays a vital role in promoting transparency, civic engagement, and accountability. Before joining the media institutions class, that was about all I knew about journalism. However, through my research, fieldtrips and presentations made in class, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving German media landscape. Journalism informs the public, exposes injustice,
Rethinking Media Education: A Critical Look at MediaSchool Bayern
UncategorizedBy Minjing Zhou Introduction to MediaSchool Bayern MediaSchool Bayern, established in 1995 by the Bavarian Regulatory Authority for New Media (BLM), is a nonprofit media training institution that emphasizes hands-on skills over traditional journalistic training. The organization focuses on multimedia production—particularly in audio, video, and digital formats—rather than the conventional teaching of reporting, writing, or