When I first landed in Germany, the cold hit me harder than the jet lag. Everything felt unfamiliar — the language, the food, even the silence. Back home in Pakistan, streets buzzed with noise, laughter, and chai stalls. Here, the…
When I first landed in Germany for my master’s, I thought I was ready for everything — the language, the culture, the food. What I wasn’t ready for was the silence. Back home in Pakistan, life is noisy — horns,…
Studying in Germany has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. As a student from Pakistan, moving to a completely different culture, education system, and lifestyle was both exciting and overwhelming. But every challenge here has turned…
One of my close friends here in Germany is an Indian guy from Chennai. I met him in German class, and we clicked instantly. And over the past year, we have been helping each other navigate language barriers, part-time jobs…
When I walk on the cold streets of Germany, my hands stuffed into my pockets, I think about my father’s sweet shop back home in Karachi. I’m filled with that familiar smell of ghee and sugar, the chatter of customers,…
When you’re an International student studying in Germany, you quickly realize that your scholarship or family support goes only so far. Beyond that, you need to work hard. I’m a Pakistani studying data science here, and I know how much…
When I first started researching colleges abroad, and I finally selected Germany, curious relatives were constantly on with the questions. How long will you be studying there? When will you come back? Are there even good jobs there for Pakistanis?…
If there is one thing that gets to you as a Pakistani student in Germany, it is not just the cold weather or the language barriers. It’s the craving for good, affordable and delicious Pakistani food. Back home in Karachi,…
Dating in Germany as a Pakistani guy? Let’s just say it’s been a wild experience. When I first came to Berlin for my master’s, I didn’t really think much about dating. I thought I would focus on my studies, make…
When I first reached Germany two years ago, backpack full, stomach full of butterflies and excited grin for the new beginnings, I thought I was fully ready. I had done my research, watched countless YouTube videos on German student life,…