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Corona Crisis: The Virus in-between

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  • 02.04.2020

International Women’s Day: Not just Who? What? Where? When? Why?

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  • 07.03.2020

Working with the community: 5 steps to a successful community project at Karls

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  • 24.02.2020

#metoo and the power of discourse

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  • 10.12.2019

Karls and Climate Protection: What can and should be done

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  • 27.11.2019

Rassismus ist Alltag – aber wir halten gemeinsam dagegen

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  • 12.11.2019

Exploring Karls: Feminism with Professor Dr. Ella Roininen

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  • 13.02.2019

Karlsgespräch with Prof. Dr. Anthony Teitler: Can the United States decline peacefully?

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  • 18.12.2018

Date with Destiny: German Leadership in Europe

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  • 20.01.2017

Sustainability 4.0

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  • 11.01.2017

Rethinking Culture: A little magic trick

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Karlsgespräch mit Götz Werner

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  • 11.11.2016

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The World after Trump

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This is the blog of Karlshochschule International University. Here you will find articles (in German and English) and debates on society, economy, culture or science. Students, staff and lecturers are writing here. You will find some news and stories from our study program, student life, our research or didactics.

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#KarlsAmbassadors 🇨🇳 “My name is Haoming a #KarlsAmbassadors 🇨🇳 “My name is Haoming and I'm 24 years old. My story with Karlshochschule International University began in 2017 when I was an exchange student from UIBE, since when I fell in love with the international and creative atmosphere here. Now I am at the beginning of the third semester of M.A. Management specialized in branding & new media. I've been inspired by friends and professors from Karls and really enjoyed my time with them.” We are happy to announce our brand-new Karls embassy for China 😍👏 Learn more about Haoming on her ambassadors’ page - link in bio ⬆️ #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #karlsambassadorchina #studyabroad #studyineurope #studyingermany #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #centerofeurope #ambassadors #bachelor #master #rethinkingmanagement #changemakers
#KarlsAbroad 🦋 I have returned from Philadelph #KarlsAbroad 🦋 I have returned from Philadelphia and have been staying home for the past two weeks. I am finishing my classes online, which is working out quite well for me so far. We have online discussions or assignments, as well as video conferences. Sometimes I have to stay up a little bit late due to the time difference, but since I’m staying home every day this has been no problem. Thank you for coming along on this journey with me. These days I will continue to stay at home, walk my dogs or read. Let’s all stay home so we can enjoy this weather together in the near future🙏☀️ By Chiara Pfisterer *CPf @chiaraafaabienneee #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #flattenthecurve #stayathome #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #semesterabroad #onlinelecture #covid19 #coronavirus #studyathome #globalcitizen #changemaker #karlsruhe #bachelorstudies #masterstudies #studentlife
#KarlsProfs 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 "Corona is not #KarlsProfs 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 "Corona is not just a virus! Why? The following will discuss bodied vulnerabilities, inter- and intra-actions, the meaning of “Krisis”, and our lives in the mesh of nature-and-culture and the role of “Co-immunism” for offering some answers..." 👉 Read the whole article from our Prof. Dr. Wendelin Küpers on the #KarlsBlog! Link in bio ⬆️ #karlshochschule #letsmakeadifference #internationaluniversity #COVID19 #covid_19 #corona #coronavirus #coronacrisis #readingtips #universityblog #politics #internationalrelations #politicsphilosophyeconomics #economics #philosophy #professors #fachbeitrag #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #changemakers #postcorona #globalization
#KarlsAbroad 🌸 Two months have passed since I #KarlsAbroad 🌸 Two months have passed since I arrived here in Osaka Prefecture, Japan for my semester abroad. Now that our lives all have come to a bit of a halt, it is a good time to reflect upon and share my thoughts of the last couple of weeks. Despite the #COVID19 situation unraveling, I'm really having an amazing time here and I'm making the most out of it. I've seen Kyoto, traveled to Okinawa (a beautiful island close to Taiwan) and was overwhelmed by Tokyo. I've had culture shocks (like breakfast in picture 3). I've made wonderful friends. I've been homesick and I've had times where I didn't wanna leave Japan ever again. Yet, the COVID-19 #crisis has left me a bit sad in the last couple of days. Apparently, the Japanese government is testing not many people, so the number of cases is flawed. Just recently, the people in the cities of Tokyo and Osaka have been advised to stay inside. Before that, I saw people roaming the streets as if they overheard the news. I'm constantly following the news and I'm surprised how different things are handled here than in other parts of the world. Thus, our university here is taking place through online lectures. This is unfortunate but necessary. I can really feel how this is a new situation for everyone - students and teachers alike. We try to cheer each other by making the online lectures as interactive and fun as possible. I'm not burying my head in the sand and I'm sure we all will overcome this crisis together. Until then: Take care, stay safe and practice social distancing.✌️ By Christoph Ilg @christoph_ilg *CI #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #semesterabroad #stayathome #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #japan #student #storytelling #flattenthecurve #okinawa #tokyo #view #monkey #breakfast #sakura
#KarlsAbroad During this period of time we all tr #KarlsAbroad During this period of time we all try to cope with the situation the best we can, for me: 1. We exercise every morning in my small garden and practice our handstand🏋🏼‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️ 2. We play some board games at home🎲🧩 3. With the new camera I bought, I experiment different things and try photography📷 4. Going for a walk in the sun while we can still go out, but careful, keep your distance with others☀️🚶🏿‍♂️ 5. Baking a cake and celebrating a birthday with your roommates or with your friends/family over Skype can be a great idea too🎂🖥️ 6. Trying a new sport is also a lot of fun and adrenaline🧘🏾‍♂️🤙🏾 7. Self-care is also a must to stay healthy and to keep your hands hydrated🥗💆🏻‍♀️🛀🏿 8. Of course, cooking is one of my favorite activities at the moment, last week we tried homemade ramen with my roommates and it was delicious🍜 9. Last but not least, don't forget to study for uni!📚📑🤓 Comment below what your favorite activity is and what else you do in your free time 😊 By Lisa Hervieux @lisa.hervieux *LH #karlsstorytellers #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #letsmakeadifference #semesterabroad #changemakers #bachelorstudies #masterstudies #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #erasmus #aalborguniversity
We are glad to introduce our team of #SocialMediaL We are glad to introduce our team of #SocialMediaLab! We are such an international team with María from Mexico, Haoming from China, Visvesh from India, Alisa, Jasmin and Thomas from Germany. Exciting experiment coming soon! #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #studyingabroad #alwaysconnected #alonetogether #getstarted #karlsexperience #karlsexperiment #letsmakeadifference #changemakers #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #masterstudentlife #karlsstudents #studentlife #socialmediabythestudentsforthestudents #bythestudentsforthestudents
Stay tuned for more information and enjoy our expe Stay tuned for more information and enjoy our experiment directly from the #SocialMediaLab ! #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #studyingabroad  #alwaysconnected #alonetogether #getstarted #karlsexperience #karlsexperiment #letsmakeadifference #changemakers #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #masterstudentlife #karlsstudents #studentlife #socialmediabythestudentsforthestudents #bythestudentsforthestudents
#flattenthecurve We hope everyone is staying at ho #flattenthecurve We hope everyone is staying at home. Here are few frequently asked questions, answered to protect ourselves and the people around us. The World Health Organization (WHO) gives advices, myths-busted, and all the latest updates on the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) on their website. Here are 5 important questions and answers about Corona. For more facts please visit: www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters By Pranil Kevadia *PK @pranil_kev18 #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #stayhealthy #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #socialmediabythestudentsforthestudents #bythestudentsforthestudents #karlsruhe #who #covid_19 #covid19 #fightcorona #worldhealthorganization
#KarlsAbroad 🦋 I'm back from Philadelphia. Du #KarlsAbroad 🦋 I'm back from Philadelphia. Due to the many flight cancellations, it was really hard finding a flight that would take me directly to Germany. I wanted to avoid 20-hour-layovers in crowded airports. I tried calling and emailing the German Embassy when luckily my sisters’ friend, that works at a travel agency, I found a flight with a short layover in Chicago. I was very relieved and prayed that my flight would not get canceled last minute. On the day of my departure I stood outside an empty campus waiting for my Uber to take me to the airport, I noticed I felt more nervous before traveling than usual. I was also sad because my semester abroad had to end early, but I knew it was in everyone’s best interest to return home at this point. The airport was very empty in Philadelphia, all the shops were closed, and it all seemed very surreal to me. I had lived on an empty campus the past week so seeing the people wearing masks on the airplane made me realize all of this is now our reality. The mood on the airplane was uncomfortable and distressing, everyone wanted to be home as fast as they can. On a positive note, I have arrived safely at home and I will continue to complete my courses for this semester online and stay home as much as I can. Stay healthy! By Chiara Pfisterer *CPf @chiaraafaabienneee #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #semesterabroad #studyabroad #studyineurope #studyingermany #abroadinusa #flattenthecurve #onlinelecture #covid_19 #covid19 #coronavirus #corona #waybackhome #backfromusa #travelchallenge
#KarlsAmbassadorVietnam 🇻🇳 So, this is the #KarlsAmbassadorVietnam 🇻🇳 So, this is the second week that the Karls "goes online". How are your experiences? To me, I did see how much effort the university has put and prepared for this online scenario. The good thing is that we are not necessarily delayed the classes. Even with some modules, there are changes need to be adjusted but in general, we can still keep up with the learning pace. However, besides technical issues related, for me, the realtime-direct-interaction and discussion, which a.k.a the unique of the Karls, is something that cannot be transferred online 100% and I really miss it. In such an extraordinary situation, I think the most important thing to keep in mind is to be empathetic. Normal learning settings/environments would encourage or endorse some typical types of characters (for example introvert vs. extrovert). This online (and inside) situation is also the same. Some are techie, some are not (disregard how young you are!); some can cope with the change fast, some slow; some can speak during class but cannot really say anything during online class, some need to "see" and "feel" to discuss, not to only "listen" and "speak". Be patient, be empathetic. Maybe you can discover your classmates' special ability - to productively work and study during this situation ;) Stay healthy and stay safe (and stay inside 😉)! Nhung Vo *NV @medusa_nhung (Karls Ambassador for Vietnam) If you live in Vietnam and would like to study at Karls, feel free to get in touch with her. She's looking forward to your message! Link in bio ⬆️ #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsambassadors #jarlsambassadorsvietnam #FLATTENTHECURVE #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #covid_19 #covid19 #stayathome #homeofficelife #onlinelecture #masterstudies #bachelorstudies #changemakers #changemaker
#KarlsAbroad 🦋 This is probably my last pictur #KarlsAbroad 🦋 This is probably my last picture of the Chestnut Hill Campus. As in most places, my campus had to close down due to COVID-19 as well. Most international students, including me, have decided to return back home as we cannot live on campus during these times. The last weeks on campus have already been more quiet than usual, but the international students have managed to get through it together by organizing movie nights, hikes through the forest and game nights. Our classes will continue online, and if we are lucky, Chestnut Hill College will re-open its doors in April. By Chiara Pfisterer *CPf @chiaraafaabienneee #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyineurope #studyingermany #semesterabroad #coronacrisis #flattenthecurve #universityshutdown #shutdown #covid19 #stayhealthy #stayathome #fightcorona #changemaker #changemakers
#KarlsAmbassadorUSA 🇺🇸 Barcelona! What a gre #KarlsAmbassadorUSA 🇺🇸 Barcelona! What a great city! I wish I could go back in time and be there again with the relatively perfect weather, warm and open-minded people and great sights, food and gastro spots. Here is a picture I took in front of the daunting Sagrada Familia on a beautiful but windy day. Here I thought that there is ever only ever construction in Germany!? Anyway, I was lucky enough to beat the outbreak of Covid19 and my trip went seamlessly. However, at the moment, most of us are camped out inside, as most people back in the US are. As I’ve been working since age 16, I always think that with too much free time, I’ll end up with cabin-fever and go insane. After not having much to do a few summers ago apart from work, I realized that boredom can be the pathway to creativity and discovery. As I’ve also learned in quite a few snowstorms, being shut inside with friends and family can sometimes drive us crazy, but we can also enjoy intimate times together playing card games, listening to music or podcasts gathered around the fireplace. Whether you have a fireplace or not (and I’m missing mine), I hope that everyone is able to make the best of an unfortunate turn of events and most importantly, I wish you and your health and safety in these trying times. As always, feel free to message me with any questions you have about Karlsruhe, Karlshochschule or if you’d just like to have a chat! Link in bio ⬆️ By Derek Twiss *DT @twisst.99 (our ambassador for the USA) #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsbamabassadorsUSA #karlsambassadors #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #flattenthecurve #fightcorona #barcelona #sagradafamilia #changemaker #chancemakers
#KarlsAbroad 🌎 This picture was taken some week #KarlsAbroad 🌎 This picture was taken some weeks ago when we could still go to Aalborg University and assist the classes. Indeed, with the recent situation of the COVID-19, the government took the decision to close all universities and schools very quickly. With the borders rapidly closing and most of the flights being cancelled, many students here started wondering if they should stay or go back home. Some don't even have a choice, for example, my roommate from Japan has to go back next week. In my case, I decided to stay in Denmark while I still can. I made good friends here and I try to stay safe by reducing drastically the time I spend outside. It is really hard to motivate myself to follow the classes online but I'm trying my best like everyone else. I have to say, I'm not afraid of the virus but more of the whole panic emerging from it. Especially at this time, it's hard to be away from home, but hey we will manage. We all experienced hardships before, and it's the best way to learn and to get stronger. Who knows... I might finally get some self-discipline in order to get everything done! Stay safe wherever you are 😉 By Lisa Hervieux @lisa.hervieux *LH #karlsstorytellers #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #letsmakeadifference #semesterabroad #changemakers #bachelorstudies #masterstudies #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #erasmus #aalborguniversity #flattenthecurve #studentlife
#flattenthecurve ❗️ (english version below) D #flattenthecurve ❗️ (english version below) Die Karls hat seit heute bis auf Weiteres auf Online-Vorlesungen umgestellt, um die Verbreitung des Coronavirus einzudämmen. Unsere Studierende haben alle Informationen per E-Mail erhalten, wie sie an den virtuellen Vorlesungen teilnehmen können. Solltet ihr Fragen rund um das Studium an der Karls oder zu eurer Bewerbung haben, könnt ihr uns wie gewohnt per Telefon und E-Mail erreichen 😊 Es besteht kein Grund zur Panik. Dennoch müssen wir alle mithelfen, die schnelle Verbreitung des Virus zu stoppen. Wir möchten an dieser Stelle ebenfalls dazu aufrufen, solidarisch zu handeln: 👉 Bleibt zuhause und helft aktiv mit, das Virus zu bremsen 👉 Unterstützt gefährdete Personen, sofern es euch möglich ist (bietet bspw. älteren / kranken Nachbar*innen Hilfe bei Einkäufen an) 👉Teilt wichtige Informationen – je mehr Menschen informiert sind, umso schneller können wir die Verbreitung eindämmen (z.B. https://campact.org/cv) Bleibt gesund und passt auf euch auf! ☀️ [English version] From today until further notice, the Karls has switched to online lectures in order to stem the spread of the coronavirus. Our students have received all the information by email on how to participate in the virtual lectures. If you have any questions about studying at the Karls or about your application, you can contact us as usual by phone and email. 😊 There is no reason to panic. Nevertheless, we all have to help to contain the spread of the coronavirus. We would also like to call on you to act in solidarity: 👉 Stay home and help stop the virus 👉 Support vulnerable persons, if it is possible for you (e.g. offer elderly or sick neighbours to help with shopping) 👉 Share important information! The more people are informed, the faster we can contain the spread of the virus (e.g. https://campact.org/cv) Stay healthy and take care of yourselves! ☀️ #karlshochschule #letsmakeadifference #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #stopcoronavírus #stopcorona #onlinelecture #studyonline #studymanagement #studysociety #studyinternationalbusiness #changemakers
#KarlsAbroad 🌎 "During my semester abroad in D #KarlsAbroad 🌎 "During my semester abroad in Denmark, not only do I study and meet new people but I also travel! 😊 Aalborg is already located near to the north of Denmark, so with a group of international students, we thought: why not go to the very north of Denmark where the North Sea and Baltic Sea clash against each other? So that's what we did, we rented two cars since we were 10 people and started our own small road trip. First stop: Pikkerbakken, a place with a wonderful point of view where we took a first group picture 📷 Second stop: Råbjerg Mile, the largest moving dune in Northern Europe, the picture you can see above was taken there, it was a truly magical moment and the wind was crazy up there 🌬️ Third stop: Skagen, a beautiful city, we drank a nice coffee or hot chocolate ☕ we also went to a lighthouse close-by to admire the beautiful landscape. Fourth stop: the demarcation between the two seas, it was really impressive, two guys even went in the 5°C water and we saw baby seals 😍 Last stop: a little church and a beautiful sunset 🌅" By Lisa Hervieux @lisa.hervieux *LH  #karlsstorytellers #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #letsmakeadifference #semesterabroad #changemakers #bachelorstudies #masterstudies #karlsruhe #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #erasmus #aalborguniversity
#KarlsDiscourse 🌐 Today is the World Day again #KarlsDiscourse 🌐 Today is the World Day against Censorship on the Internet! It is to draw attention to the ways that governments around the world are censoring free speech online. Since 2016, the number of Internet Shutdowns by the governments has skyrocketed to 213 cases in 2019. An Internet Shutdown is the government restricting access to certain websites or even turning off the internet entirely. This often happens during political events like when the self-appointed President of Venezuela Guiadó tried to reach the population through Twitter Livestream. In China, usually, the prime example of censorship on the internet, access to social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube are all restricted. And even the local ones aren't safe. When a doctor reported something about the Coronavirus back in December 2019, he was punished for the "distribution of fake news". We should use this day to remember the importance of freedom of speech and stand up for it! ✊ By Yibei Geng *YG @yibeiandthegeng #karlsstorytellers #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsruhe #censorship #freeinternet #freedomofspeech #nocensorship #WorldDayagainstCensorship #karlsstudents #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyinternationalbusiness #internationaluniversity #changemakers #changemaker
#MeetTheKarls 👥 Am Samstag ist Infotag! Lerne #MeetTheKarls 👥 Am Samstag ist Infotag! Lerne unsere Hochschule kennen und erfahre alles über das außergewöhnliche Studium an der Karls. Dazu erwarten dich drei Schnuppervorlesungen zu verschiedenen Studiengängen. Eine davon hält Prof. Dr. Teitler zum Thema „Exploring the world: International Relations and the Karlshochschule“. Wir freuen uns auf deinen Besuch! 😊 Alle Informationen zum Infotag findest du im Link in der Bio ⬆️ #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #infotag #openhouse #tagderoffenentür #schnuppervorlesung #karlsprofs #karlsevents #studieren #studiereninkarlsruhe #studiereninbawü #tophochschule #studycheckaward #changemakers #changemaker
#KarlsAmbassadors 🇮🇳 As we are all aware of #KarlsAmbassadors 🇮🇳 As we are all aware of the rising coronavirus cases and the atmosphere it has created. So far, I have noticed people with very polarizing opinions on the issue. There are people who are absolutely losing it and emptying the pharmacy and grocery store shelves, buying out all disinfectants and canned goods; and then there are others who won't even wash their hands before lunch, or sit in the classrooms sneezing and coughing with their noses red (you know who you are, you may not have coronavirus, but the common cold is infectious too). Now, this is just an informative blogpost, coronavirus is not as scary and dangerous as the media makes it out to be, but it does spread very very quickly so you can never be too careful. There is no need to panic and make an underground bunker, but please please please wash your hands! And try not to touch your face and avoid unnecessary physical contact, and if you have a cold, yes even if it is just a cold or allergies, or any flu-like symptoms, please stay home and get better. Another important thing is to check your sources like you are writing an academic paper, make sure you are getting the news/information about coronavirus from reliable sources and do not become a victim of fake news and contribute to the hysteria. Take care and wash your hands y'all. (Here is a picture from WHO on how to do it right). By Hardi Mankodi *HM @hardimankodi Hardis is the #KarlsAmbassadorIndia and will help you, if you are interested to come from India to the Karls. She has a ambassadors’ page where she writes about her life abroad and where you find her contact details. She is looking forward to hearing from you! Link in bio ⬆️ #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #karlsambassadorsindia #studyabroad #studyineurope #studyingermany #who #worldhealthorganization #coronavirus #stayhealthy #changemaker #changemakers
#PeopleofKarls 😎 Micha Frey studiert mit dem S #PeopleofKarls 😎 Micha Frey studiert mit dem Stipendium von weltwärts International Relations an der Karls. Wir haben mit ihm über sein Studium und Stipendium gesprochen. Das Interview und alle Informationen zum Stipendium findet ihr auf unserem #karlsblog - Link in der Bio ⬆️ #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #stipendium #weltwaerts #weltwärts #freiwilligendienste #karlsruhe #bmz #vollstipendium #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #scholarship #internationalrelations #studyinternationalrelations #studieren #studiereninbawü #changemakers #changemaker
#KarlsAbroad ❄️ “Hello from frosty Canada! #KarlsAbroad ❄️ “Hello from frosty Canada! My name is Allessandra, and I am in my 4th semester, studying International Relations. This January I started my semester abroad and flew to London, Ontario to attend Fanshawe College. So far, it’s been an amazing experience, and I’m looking forward to sharing some of my adventures with you. Until then, here are a few pictures of the Fanshawe campus!” By Allessandra Weitze *AW @allessw #letsmakeadifference #karlshochschule #internationaluniversity #exploretheworld #semesterabroad #ontario #canada #londonontario #fanshawe #liveabroad #studyabroad #studyingermany #studyineurope #studyinbawü #studyinternationalrelations #internationalrelations #changemakers #karlsstorytellers #karlsstudents #studentlife
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