Summer schools are a fantastic way to explore a university, immerse yourself in a new culture, and make international friends—in just a few weeks. In this episode, Ivan Velazquez from Mexico reflects on his time at the Summer School for German Language and Culture at TU Braunschweig, right before beginning his exchange semester in Braunschweig. He shares what he learned in the language classes, talks about highlights from the excursions and gives practical tips for other interested students.