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German vs. Portuguese: Key Differences & Similarities
German and Portuguese are worlds apart in some ways, yet closer than you might think in others. From German's precise grammar to Portuguese's melodic flow, both languages open doors to... keep reading
An Afternoon Chat with Claire: From Minnesota to Berlin's Heartbeat!
Today, Claire Molson, one of our Open Campus students from Fall 2024 shares her impressions of Berlin. She grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, and I go to school at... keep reading
Grace: "Studying abroad is about more than just classes; it's diving into a new culture, facing challenges head-on, and discovering parts of yourself you never knew existed"
Grace Kadia is part of the Summer Global Internship students at CIEE Berlin. She is originally from Fort Worth, Texas and studying at the University of North Texas, where is... keep reading
Ning Zhou, Trip Leader of PEA (Phillips Exeter Academy): "I advise the students to have an open-mind and immerse in the language and culture the country offers"
Our students from Phillips Exeter Academy (often called Exeter or PEA) left Berlin a few days ago. They had an amazing time living here at our dorm for 3 weeks... keep reading
Top 20 German Slang Words and Phrases You Must Know
Mastering the German language goes beyond learning proper grammar and vocabulary from textbooks. To truly communicate like a native, you need to embrace the vibrant world of German slang. These... keep reading
The Späti-Chill: A Socio-Cultural Icon in Berlin
By: Grace Meisner A club with no cover for entry, a bar without the wait for a bartender, a supermarket, meeting place, internet cafe, drugstore, post office, and gift shop... keep reading
Finding Peace in Berlin: Hidden Sanctuaries
By: Rachel Fischler Berlin is so beautiful for its calm, including millions of different people from all walks of life, forming a beautiful weave of color and creativity. In this... keep reading
Top 3 Vegan Spots in Berlin
By: Rachel Fischler Berlin is a haven for vegans and vegetarians alike. Incredibly progressive and diverse in lifestyles, culture, and background–Berlin is a culinary whirlwind with tastes for every palette... keep reading
The Miracles of a Gray Winter: Finding Color in Unexpected Places
By: Rachel Fischler “Hier ist kunst” lay sprawled along a building in spray paint. Translated across the kaleidoscope of language, the city whispered “here is art”. For those that call... keep reading
Berlin Brings an Unforgettable Experience to Studying Abroad
By: Aria Wozniak After visiting friends at other study-abroad locations around Europe, I can say with certainty that I feel entirely happy and content with my decision to study in... keep reading
My Top 5 Favorite Experiences in Berlin
By: Aria Wozniak Boulderklub I decided to join a climbing gym with a few of my study-abroad friends when I got to Berlin. While it is a hobby I had... keep reading
Advice for traveling during study abroad
By: Aria Wozniak Studying abroad changed my life. It was an incredible experience that I have no regrets about. There are a few things that I did right and a... keep reading
Izzy: “ Living with a host family is knowing that you always have support with the perspective of a local”
Izzy Alexander is one of our students that participated on the program “January in Berlin 2024”. She is originally from North Carolina, and currently is studying English, German, and Linguistics... keep reading
Kate Miller, Open Campus Student: “I have had a life changing experience during my time here”.
Kate Miller is one of our Open Campus students of this Fall Semester 2023. She has been studying and doing her internship at a local startup called Tuesday Coworking, environmentally-conscientious... keep reading
Berlin’s Sky: A Thousand and One Colors
By: Rachel Fischler Berlin is an extraordinary place. It has a heartbeat—a pulse all its own. While I had the chance to see immense variance and beauty across Europe, I... keep reading