Sylvia Waechter
Guten tag! My name is Sylvia, I'm an Urban Studies student at the University of Illinois - Chicago and I'll be studying in Berlin, Germany this semester! I'm a total public transportation nerd and love to write reviews of different transit systems that I ride on. Follow along as I explore Berlin, travel around Europe, and continue my education as an 'Urbanist in training'.
Blogs by Sylvia Waechter
My Time in Berlin: A Digital Scrapbook
A collection of my favorite moments and memories from my time in Berlin.
Metropolitan and Urban Studies Class Reviews
A short review of the classes I took while in Berlin, most of them part of the Metropolitan and Urban Studies program.
Global Pillars Project: Class Review
Thinking about taking a Global Pillars Project? Here's my review of the class!
Taking IES Abroad Trips
My experiences on various field trips offered through IES Abroad.
Interning Abroad: FAQs
From experience to professional dress, some FAQs that might come up while considering getting an internship abroad.
10 surprising things I found in my German apartment
A list of items I found in my study abroad housing, that aren't typically found in the US
Spring break in Italy
Reflections on traveling solo, exploring Italy by train, and staying in hostels.
U-Bahn for Dummies: Navigating Berlins Transit
A guide to Berlins public transit (the BVG) with short overviews of the most common transit types.
5 Berlin Winter Fashion Must-Haves
My picks for what to wear while in Berlin.
A Beginners Guide to Flying to Europe
Tips for packing, avoiding jet lag, and surviving long-haul flights.