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
Takeaways from Munich’s Media Landscape and AI Horizons
UncategorizedRethinking Journalism’s Future In the past semester, I had the opportunity to explore Munich’s media institutions, spanning visits to Media School Bayern, Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ), and TZ/Münchner Merkur. It revealed a dynamic but uneven media ecosystem grappling with deep technological shifts. What began as a curiosity about media education evolved into a broader reflection on
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
SZ’s Fight to Stay Relevant: Traditional Journalism in a Modern World
UncategorizedAs a class we were very lucky to experience a visit from a journalist at Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ). The visit was extremely insightful and told us how traditional journalism is adapting to a time where social media ad AI is changing reader habits and providing news. SZ was founded on October 1945, shortly after WW2,
Experiencing the World of Media
Excursions . Germany . Media . UncategorizedWe recently went on some field trips as a class, which I think we all really enjoyed,. They gave us an interesting and insightful look into what it might be like to work in the world of media. For me, it was my first real experience inside a newsroom or print house, seeing media and
A conversation with Soy Sophea: journalism, culture, and challenges in Cambodia
Interviewby Ty Chhayhak In a world where storytelling shapes societies, journalists stand at the crossroads of truth and power. Few understand this better than Soy Sophea, a veteran Cambodian journalist and the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Information. With 24 years of experience, he has reported on some of Cambodia’s most pressing social and political
Winter Blues? International Students and Seasonal Affective Disorder
Student life . WeatherReported By Chia-jui Yang and Jing-wen Lo As the seasons change, leaves turn yellow and fall, while Munich’s sky remains cloaked in thick gray clouds, casting a somber mood over its residents. Often referred to as the “winter blues,” Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a clinical condition characterized by depressive symptoms associated with seasonal changes,
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