This was a very long, and very fun week. On Thursday, I went to the Spandau Citadel (Zitadelle Spandau) to see Mac deMarco in concert. It was probably the coolest venue I have ever been to. The Spandau Citadel is a former fortress of the edge of Berlin, complete with a moat and a drawbridge….
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Week 5: Reflecting on Skill Development
Week 5: Balancing Technical Precision and Cultural Nuance Greetings from Berlin! I’ve officially crossed into the second half of my summer term with the Berlin Adler, and the momentum isn’t slowing down. We are deep into the summer heat, and the city’s parks and outdoor spaces are packed with people soaking in the long daylight…
Week 4: Culture Adjustments
Week 4: Adjusting the Game Plan – Navigating Autonomy and Daily Shopping in Berlin Greetings from Berlin! I’ve officially reached the midpoint of my summer term with the Berlin Adler, and it’s incredible how fast the weeks are flying by. The city is in full summer mode, and the energy across Berlin’s diverse neighborhoods is…
Week 3: Problem Solving
Navigating Autonomy and Ambiguity in the Front Office Greetings from Berlin! I have officially wrapped up another fast-paced week with the Berlin Adler, and the rhythm of life here is truly starting to click. Navigating the city feels less like an adjustment and more like a standard routine now. This week at the club, my…
Week 2: Time Management
How to do both. Greetings from a very warm and sunny Berlin! As I wrap up my second full week with the Berlin Adler, the initial honeymoon phase of traveling has officially transitioned into a real daily routine. Navigating this city has become second nature; my morning commute on the U-Bahn is now a quiet…
Ciao or Tschau? How About Both!
Hi everyone! I’ve officially reached the halfway point of my time abroad! Where did the time go?! I feel like I just got here. This week has been packed with fun and exciting things, and I can’t wait to share them with you! Along with that, my internship is going great. After about a month…
Stepping Outside My Comfort Zone
Throughout my time abroad in Berlin, I have developed a variety of transferable skills, technical skills, and global competencies that will continue to benefit me throughout my academic and professional career. Working in an international environment has challenged me to adapt to different communication styles, work expectations, and cultural perspectives while also giving me valuable…
Pizza, Python, and Public Viewings
After this week, you could technically call me a football fan. Just kidding! I am definitely not the target audience for the world cup, but I can appreciate the love and passion that Germany has for the sport. Throughout Berlin, there are public viewings all over the city, and despite the fact that the game…
Week 5: Finding My Rhythm in Berlin
Hey, welcome back to my blog. I can’t believe it’s already been another week. This week was a little slower paced compared to some of the others. Because I try to explore everything I can after work, my body has finally decided to revolt against me. Not through sickness, but through migraines. I had a…
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