The July Alumna of the Month is an expert in Political Science. Katharina Schwerdt has lived and worked on four continents and now travels around the world as an international moderator for politics and business. She pursued her passion for traveling, meeting new people, understanding different perspectives, and getting involved in social causes from an early age.

“When I think back on my time studying in Dresden, I have particularly fond memories of my work with the AEGEE student organization. This group connects students from all over Europe irrespective of their degree program. It helped me a lot to expand my network globally and to develop my project management skills,” she says.

Her tip for new students: “Take advantage of every opportunity: Studium Generale, supplementary studies, languages, sports courses, culture, university societies. University societies in particular offer a fantastic opportunity to get to know people and to get involved. Enjoy the time, find out about career paths early on, and take advantage of counseling services if you find yourself in difficult situations.”

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