Germany’s Christmas Holiday Glow Illuminates a Year of Change and Enlightenment
TEXT_Irene Hung / PHOTO_Irene Hung
The festive lights of Germany twinkled like confetti against the December sky, yet my heart still held the warmth of London’s summer sun. The first semester at Newcastle University Business School had just ended, and with it, a whirlwind year of 2023. It was a year of stepping out of my comfort zone, embracing new challenges, and watching my horizons expand like the Northern Lights dancing across the night sky.
- From Fast-paced Career to Academic Adventure:
My journey began in the bustling heart of Taipei, where I thrived as the deputy section manager of the merchandise department at ATT4FUN mall group in Taipei Taiwan. It was a crucible of learning, where I juggled projects, honed my leadership skills, and witnessed the intricate dance of operations & merchandising in action.
But the call for deeper learning and broader horizons beckoned. I yearned to break free from the familiar and dive into the dynamic world of international business. And so, I embarked on a new chapter at Newcastle University Business School in the UK.
- Eyes Above the World:
Each day at Newcastle University whispers with the promise of intellectual challenges, industry whispers, and the warm embrace of this journey of discovery, where learning doesn’t end at the classroom door, and adventures bloom around every corner!
Every corner holds a chance to broaden my horizons, to learn about different cultures, and to see the world through new eyes. I devour up-to-date global trends and news. Cultural diversity becomes a kaleidoscope of perspectives, enriching my understanding and fuelling my creativity.
- Embracing the AI Wave:
The world is changing at breakneck speed, and the tide of artificial intelligence is rising. I embrace the challenges AI presents, seeing it not as a threat, but as an opportunity to learn, adapt, and make breakthroughs. Continuous learning and combining the warmth of human connection with the efficiency of technology have become my New Year resolutions.
The following is my sharing of attractions during my 10-day trip to Frankfurt, Cologne, and Munich Germany:
Iron Footbridge
Römerberg Christmas Market
Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum
Gaststätte Atschel
Heidelberg Palace
Heidelberg’s Hauptstrasse Main Street
Cologne Observation Deck
Cologne Cathedral
Christmas Day in Cologne
Munich Old Town
Alte Pinakothek art gallery
BMW Welt & Museum
Hofbräuhaus München
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
A Year of Transformation
As I reflect on this year, I see a year of stepping out of my comfort zone, embracing new challenges, and discovering the boundless potential that lies within me. It’s a year of learning, growing, and evolving, and I can’t wait to see what the next chapter holds.
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