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My German Experience
Alex Hurley
Overview
• Introduction to the Program• My course• Experiences while abroad• Reflection• Career goals/Academic Leadership• Wrap up
K.I.I.S.
• What is K.I.I.S.?–Kentucky Based–Non-Profit Consortium of Colleges and
Universities–Wide variety of courses offered– Taught by professors from Kentucky
The German Enlightenment
• Topics– Philosophy, Music, Architecture, Literature
• 17th Century – Early 19th Century• Classroom sessions supported by excursions– Jewish Museum, Sanssouci, Reichstag, Don
Giovanni, German History Museum, Holocaust Memorial
Jewish Museum
The Sansoucci Palace
Sachsenhausen
Reflection
• Helped to solidify my German Education– Still much to learn though!
• Exposure to Europe– Politics, History, Culture
• Encouraged my interest in International Relations
Career Goals
• Explore and understand different solutions to our world’s problems and issues
• Experience the mindset of different cultures– Past and present influences
• Continue to challenge my comfort zone
Academic Leadership
• Opportunity to expand academic skills– Critical thinking and writing, analysis, general
knowledge• Kant’s philosophy– Ideas and their impact
Thank You!