BEYOND BORDERS: THE FEARS OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (With Valeria Makedonska - an international student from Ukraine)

The podcast discussed the fears and challenges international students face when moving to Germany, specifically to Augsburg and studying in Hochschule Augsburg. Topics included the difficulties of navigating German bureaucracy, such as applying for residence permits and managing documentation. It also explored the social challenges of making new friends, understanding the German mentality, and finding a job. The conversation highlighted financial struggles and adapting to a new academic system.The guest, a Ukrainian student, shared her personal story of moving to Germany during the war. She spoke about her two-and-a-half-year experience, touching on the support she received from teachers, adjusting to differences in grading systems, and overcoming obstacles in her studies. It was an insightful look at both the struggles and the support systems available for international students.