Fact sheet
Name: Ummara
Country of origin: Pakistan
Year of birth: 1994
Field of study: Media and Communication Science
German university: Technische Universität Ilmenau
University location: Ilmenau, Thüringen
This is my aim in Germany: Study and work
I have been writing for the blog since: August 2025
My hobbies and interests: Movies, music, books and anything cool you can introduce me to!
I’m a third culture kid that moved to Germany for my Masters right after the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially the idea was to go back “home” (where my family lives, in the US) without student loans. However, Germany has really grown on me, so I’m currently navigating the job market. Which is a whole new cultural experience in itself! I got quite a few laughs out of interviewers when I asked about healthcare coverage, retirement funds, and benefits.
Growing up multicultural made me a major culture geek, and I love meeting new people and picking their brains. If you want to connect, hit me up on IG @scorpian_madien96. I’m always down to talk and grab coffee 🙂 (virtually or IRL)