About

Hey everyone!

This is Shiv, a second-year PhD student living in Germany. Here’s the deal: I chased my dream of studying Infection Biology to the UK for my Masters in 2020, and then landed in Germany in 2022 to dive deeper with a PhD.

Moving to a new country can be a rollercoaster, but guess what? It’s also an incredible adventure! Since I’ve been there myself, from braving the UK for my Masters to tackling Germany for my PhD, I know the ups and downs. That’s why I wanted to create this blog – to be your cheerleader and share all the tips and tricks I learned to save money, snag deals, and maybe even make some extra cash. (Think of it as your student survival guide with a side of awesome!) Consider this a big WELCOME to anyone who’s chasing a dream and maybe feeling a little lost – we’re in this together! Hit me up with any questions, big or small. Let’s learn from each other and make this whole experience absolutely unforgettable.