As part of the semester in Japan, we visited Hiroshima. Although a lively city of 1,2 million inhabitants, Hiroshima is also a city that saw its heart torn out in World War II. Aside from the countless deaths and the destruction of the city, the bombing of Hiroshima had long-lasting consequences for its survivors – and that is exactly why we need to talk about Hiroshima now.
Author: Euroculturer Magazine
Do you want to have a more sustainable lifestyle during your semester in Strasbourg? Check out this article, in which Clara Weber gives an overview of a range of possibilities to do something good for the environment and save money. Clara writes not only about sustainable ways of transportation, but also shares her favourite places to buy organic and local food and tells you the best secret places to find second hand clothes or furniture. Don’t miss out on that option!
Are you considering doing the third-country research track but haven't made up your mind? You shouldn’t hesitate. Studying at a non-European university will boost your CV while allowing you to be critical and analyze the Eurocentric perspective we usually keep in the Old Continent. Marta Urbaneja and Carolina Reyes talk about the research track at UNAM, and give all the tips to explore and enjoy the stay in the astonishing Mexico City to the fullest!
Is the functioning of the European Union far too complicated for you? Don´t worry, in this article Laura de Boer explains the difference between the Commission, Parliament and the Councils in an easy and funny way. As a bonus, you will get information about the available traineeship opportunities at the Institutions.
The article features the second largest city of Poland - the vibrant and beautiful Krakow. The author describes the city and its lifestyle in 5 reasons explaining why Euroculture students should choose this city as their future living location. Such reasons include interesting facts about Krakow as well as tips and suggestions that Euroculure students and other visitors will surely appreciate.
The article is a review of a book focused on the power of lies and political manipulation within democratic systems that are leading to the rise of authoritatian regimes. It includes several examples from Poland, Hungary, UK or the USA.
The article introduces the reader to IP week and includes essential information that all first-year Euroculture students need to know, including the purpose of the IP, its content, or preparation of the IP paper. The text also in details describing the IP week of 2022 and includes several images so the reader gets the idea of what the IP looks like and what to expect.
In her article, Karlijn Bos describes the realisation of a community garden as project of the course Eurocompetence II in her second semester at the University of Uppsala - from the initial idea and plan over the surprises during the process to the result, value and benefits of the community garden.
In her article, Clara Weber describes the academic lifestyle in Strasbourg, based on her own study experiences and of other former and fellow Euroculture students. Clara writes about the perks of knowing some French, how to navigate through the faculty's organisation and whether the academic lifestyle really is so strict.
In her article, Atiena Abed Nia puts the focus on the refugee’s situation at the European borders and the EU’s corresponding policies and actions. With Morocco as an example, it deals with the European migration policy and takes a closer look into the ‘New Pact on Migration and Asylum’. Finally, Atiena gives her own assessment of the EU’s necessary actions for the future.
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