#6: How to make your studies productive and worthwhile

Welcome everyone to another episode of Campus Connect! With your hosts, Nabil and Max, we’re excited to welcome a fellow student from Taiwan. In this episode, we meet with Hoya to share her story, honest perspectives, and practical insights that challenge the way we think about growth, work, and life. Expect candid conversations, lessons learned the hard way, and ideas you can actually take with you.

Welcome everyone to a new episode of Campus Connect! With your hosts, Nabil and Max, we’re excited to welcome a fellow student from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, who chose Germany as the place to continue her academic journey. Now studying in Aachen, she shares her personal story, her move from Southeast Asia to Europe, and how she navigated student life in a new country. A conversation about courage, adaptation, and discovering a new home far from where it all began.

Welcome everyone to a new episode of Campus Connect! With your hosts, Nabil and Max, we’re excited to welcome a fellow student from Valencia, Spain, who chose Germany as the place to begin her university journey. Now studying in Aachen, she shares her personal story, her transition into student life abroad, and the experiences that have shaped her path so far. A conversation about choices, adaptation, and student life beyond borders.

Welcome everyone to a fresh episode of Campus Connect! We’ve got two new hosts, Nabil and Max, and we’re thrilled to kick things off by introducing a fellow student who made her way from Venezuela, through Colombia, to Germany as a teenager. Now part of our university in Aachen, she’s here to share her story. Join us for a small journey into a new culture, and discover how connections and experiences can reshape perspectives. We’re excited to have you along!

Welcome to the new season of Campus Connect! In this episode, we dive into the question every student asks: How can I make my studies more productive and worthwhile?Together with Aaron and Anna, we explore practical strategies for studying smarter—not harder. From finding your personal motivation and building effective routines, to managing distractions and balancing study-life priorities, this episode is packed with insights you can immediately apply.Whether you’re struggling to stay consistent, feeling overwhelmed, or simply want to get more value out of your university experience, this conversation will help you rediscover purpose and productivity in your studies.🎧 Tune in, take notes, and start studying with intention.

In this second episode of Mental Health, we dive deeper into mental health and emotional resilience with FH Aachen’s resident psychologist, Mrs. Melissa Andle. In this episode, we discuss: • How can we manage anxiety or depression? • How to break the stigma surrounding mental health and make conversations more approachable. • Simple exercises to help you build emotional resilience and navigate life's challenges. We also wrap up this season of heartfelt reflections and a look ahead at what's next for Campus Connect. Don't miss this episode and see you on the next season! Do you need assistance, psychological, or psychosocial support? Here are some important contacts within Aachen: 𝙁𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Psychosoziale Beratung  Eupenerstraße 70, 52066 Aachen  Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 𝙍𝙒𝙏𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Psychologische Beratung Templergraben 83, 52062 Aachen Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 𝙆𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙠𝙪𝙢 𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙒𝙏𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Pauwelstr. 30, 52078 Aachen  Tel.: +49 241 80 0  / +49 241 80 88364 (Notaufnahme) ⁠www.ukaachen.de⁠   𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙚𝙧-𝙆𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙚𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙪𝙨 Alexianergraben 33, 52064 Aachen  Tel.: +49 241 4770 10 ⁠www.alexianer-aachen.de⁠ 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙪𝙚𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙛𝙚𝙣 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙪𝙚𝙣 𝙚.𝙑 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Theaterstraße 42, 52062 Aachen Tel.: +49 241 902416

As the exam season approaches, stress levels may become more and more difficult to manage—but you’re not alone. In this first part of our special two-part episode on mental health, we sit down with Dipl. Psych. Melissa Andle, the resident psychologist at #FHAachen, to discuss how to manage stress, stay focused, and maintain balance in our lives. We'll also uncover the differences in stress levels or mental health issues between German and international students. Do you need assistance, psychological, or psychosocial support? Here are some important contacts within Aachen: 𝙁𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Psychosoziale Beratung  Eupenerstraße 70, 52066 Aachen  Email: [email protected] 𝙍𝙒𝙏𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Psychologische Beratung Templergraben 83, 52062 Aachen Email: [email protected] 𝙆𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙠𝙪𝙢 𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙒𝙏𝙃 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Pauwelstr. 30, 52078 Aachen  Tel.: +49 241 80 0  / +49 241 80 88364 (Notaufnahme) www.ukaachen.de   𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙚𝙧-𝙆𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙚𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙪𝙨 Alexianergraben 33, 52064 Aachen  Tel.: +49 241 4770 10 www.alexianer-aachen.de 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙪𝙚𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙛𝙚𝙣 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙪𝙚𝙣 𝙚.𝙑 𝘼𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 Theaterstraße 42, 52062 Aachen Tel.: +49 241 902416

Exams are a challenge every student faces, but are we making them harder for ourselves without realizing it? In this episode, we sit down with Prof. Dr. Thomas Fritz and Prof. Dr. Sebastian Gell of FH Aachen Faculty of Business and Economics to discuss the most common exam mistakes students make—and how to avoid them. Together, we'll also look into: - How to interpret exam questions effectively, - Strategies to stay calm under pressure, and - How to manage time effectively during exams. Whether you are going to take your first exam or want to improve your test-taking skills, we hope this episode can give you valuable insights to help you succeed. Kindly refer to the external links below to learn more about some of the techniques mentioned in this episode How to Learn Anything with the Feynman Technique Why Writing by Hand Is Better for Memory and Learning Using Acceptance to Reduce Distress

In this episode, we sit down with Prof. Dr. Sarah Maihaus, professor of HR and Change & Project Management at FH Aachen, to explore how proper management techniques can help students ace their exams. From effective planning and prioritization to adapting to unexpected challenges, Prof. Maihaus shares practical tips and insights to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and perform at your best during the exam season. Whether you are working on multiple deadlines or looking for ways to manage your time more effectively, this episode is packed with strategies to help you succeed. Kindly refer to the external links below to learn more about some of the techniques/tools mentioned in this episode: The Eisenhower Matrix How to de-stress in 5 minutes or less, according to a Navy SEAL

In our pilot episode, we are delighted to welcome Prof. Dr. Fredebeul-Krein, Dean of Faculty of Economics, to discuss the goals, vision, and support systems of FH Aachen. Join us as Dean Fredebeul-Krein shares insights on what students can expect from the new leadership, how the university supports students both academically and personally, and valuable advice for those starting their studies. This is a must-listen episode for anyone looking to make the most of their university experience at FH Aachen. 🎧 Tune in now and start your journey with us on Campus Connect–your student-for-student podcast! Got comments? Let us know by leaving a comment below!