My first week of uni | studying in Copenhagen

[@katharinaschneiderr]

If you could attend a semester at uni anywhere in the world, where would it be? I'm keeping my spirit high and working my way to hopefully make it to Tokyo and I guess you're not surprised 🥹🥹

[@AnneWielens]

Two years ago I was able to have an exchange semester at TiTech in Tokyo and I’ve had the best time there! Hopefully you will be able to go to Tokyo as well:)

[@K.thai18]

Tokyo would easily be my number 1 choice. That or Hogwarts!

[@user-jb2cd7lw4l]

Jeg var på udveksling i Australien, det var det bedste halve år på studiet 😀

[@Naphinel]

Ireland, because I LOVE Ireland's landscapes, castles, and their (gaelic) language. My big dream to learn irish gael

[@bored4344]

I Would like to study in norway or Finland

[@nadja_s]

Hiiii - just remember that even though everything feels hard at uni in the beginning, especially since you're learning so much new material in such a short time, it will get easier. After the first semester, personal, work, and study routines tend to fall into place. You already seem great at prioritising, which is such an amazing skill to have! I really admire how confident you are in yourself and your dreams, especially at such a young age. Remember that even though you can always study 'more' (because we set the limit ourselves), don't feel like you need to take on everything uni throws your way. Focus on what really matters and try not to put too much pressure on yourself. Get good at prioritising what information is important and what isn't. You've got this! And you honestly seem like such a sweet, strong, and kind soul

[@katharinaschneiderr]

This was so heart warming and helpful to read! Feels like it took away some of the pressure. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it ❤️

[@adelefontaine]

You've got this! This is a great reminder that there has to be some overwhelming and not so nice moments to notice the good ones, but they're on their way, I promise you that

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I absolutely think so too! ☺️

[@margovanwildemeersch7029]

I recognize what you say about wanting to do something more when you know you are not able to. Ever since starting my first job I feel so limited in traveling, due to the small amount of legal leave we get. Love seeing you discover & navigate student life whilst being completely honest about it😊

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I think it's in these moments we also truly realise, when we're longing for something, what makes us truly happy - not that our daily life doesn't, but for me, this is when the connection really gets deeply attached ☺️

[@astridcalduch]

so proud of you katha, remember eveerything at its own time & pace !! listen to your body, it's always giving you signs

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you!

[@Chelsea_Rene]

I get this. I'm 30 and stop drinking because it wasn't good for me. I learned I can still have fun with friends drinking a mocktail or soda water. I love Japan. I got to live there in the military for two years. Thank you so much for sharing this video 🤍

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Resonating with you! I just don't like the social culture which is centred around alcohol så that's why I pass it down! Thank you :)

[@nojoke6102]

Hi Katharina, thank you for the nice video and everything you put into KZbin just to make content for us! By watching this video I could really relate to you because when I started going to university I was sooo stressed as well. I remember sitting in the first course - I didn't understand most of what they said and I thought I have to work so much to keep up. Now, 5 years later I am really close to finishing my masters degree and everything worked out perfectly. And I can tell you one thing: don't stress and pressure yourself too much. Studying in the first week is NOT necessary. Time (and professors) will tell you what you really have to learn and most of the time it is not the whole book! And it will start to be less overehelming and then it will be so much easier to follow and understand everything. Also: my Boyfriend was in Tokyo for his semester abroad and his grades were fine but definetly not perfect at all. What I want to share is: do not stress too much, life is about balance and you got this anyway - don't try to be perfect and loose yourself in the process. At least, this is what I would advice my younger self. Wish you all the best ❤

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you're taking the time to write such a great message with all of your advice. I'm sure your approach is the right thing because right now I catch myself taking notes about eeeeverything which is completely unnecessary. So for now, I decide only to read, mark some bits out and then do the notes when I'm at the lectures. Thank you so much ☺️

[@nojoke6102]

That sounds good - I am sure you will do amazing!

[@beans11.11]

For future semesters, it is possible that other students in your program are selling books at a cheaper price than you might find buying them new. I am in my last year of college in the United States and can usually find used books online or from peers! Thank you for bringing us along as you settle into your uni life. Xx

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I did already buy all of these books pre-used! I saved a lot of money and I'm glad I realised before I just went off and bought every, single one from the library! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@LCM-f3y]

I love your style. So simple and chic! Everything is out of a magazine❤

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you ☺️

[@ninahorn]

I start uni next month and I’m pretty nervous but also super excited for this new chapter! Thanks for your pov :))

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I understand you a 100%! Give yourself time and it'll all work out.

[@Wings_nut]

Both macro and microecon are tough enough when English is your first language. I can't imagine what it's like when English is not your first language. But, you're super intelligent, and you'll get it. I'm actually envious that you are at uni. I would take classes again if I could. But those days are long behind me.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

This made me more confident! My approach is to try and learn as much as I can and then do my best at the exam and that's the 'best' I can do, no matter the result. Tnx :)

[@Wings_nut]

@@katharinaschneiderr You will do well. :-)

[@fatiimahabdullah6901]

my new favorite youtuber 💓💓💓

[@katharinaschneiderr]

🥹🥹 this made my day!!

[@MandyGoldenGoddessFan]

Hey Katharina I hope you have a great weekend ahead of you

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Likewise ☺️

[@Ivy-nj8dq]

Hey! Those paintings are made with modeling paste :) It is a really thick texture where you can layer it up and create those kind of stuff

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Ah that's it! Thank you for explaining. I think it looks really cool!

[@sakanatopool]

I really hope your dream of studying in Japan will come true🤍 I’m sure that it will be so different from uni in Copenhagen but you will enjoy it! xx from Japan

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I hope so too! I'm sure it'll be a change but I really hope to get to experience it! ☺️

[@myvittel]

Good luck! Gambatte! From 🇯🇵

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you ☺️☺️

[@leoseleo]

I truly enjoyed watching your video. I'm new to your channel but am looking forward to binge watching them! I resonate with you for drinking style haha

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I'm glad you did! Thank you ☺️

[@bigdaddyeth9572]

@9:53 the worlds quickest walker :D

[@skinnySalmon_]

lol

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Well, ignoring the fact that I'm riding a bike then you're right 😂

[@onakasuita6369]

いつも動画楽しみにしています！ 日本を好きでいて下さり、ありがとうございます😢

[@katharinaschneiderr]

ありがとうございます ! :)

[@crazydavec3861]

Hej Katharina, I got a bunch of thoughts based on erm... things I got wrong at some point (failed a masters degree)... 1-5 and most of 6 is a copy-paste from something I wrote for someone else a couple of months ago - you seem to have it all worked out pretty much so it might not matter but here goes. (1) In many ways University can be treated like a job. Many people work 9am - 5pm then they turn to their family lives and other pursuits - they're not kinda half working half not 9am-11pm - that's a bad idea! In the winter I found a working day of 8am - 5pm with a good 12pm - 2pm break worked well... the big break is for sunlight! Though I'm not at all a religious person the Christian idea of one day of rest a week is there for a reason - I try to follow that but whether Friday, Saturday or Sunday depends on the weather! (2) Previously I have been a high school teacher and college lecturer. My objective was always to send my students away after an hour or so with one core fact or understanding they didn't have before, and perhaps a few associated ideas - only the core idea really mattered. When I have to learn new things a good 45 minute spot then rest works well, come away with one core idea! I have become quite good at relaxing for a few minutes gently focused on birdsong and the branches of nearby trees moving - just for a few minutes my work is done! A quick re-read of material a few days later reveals whether these things made it to long-term memory - an associated KZbin may help with that too - multiple sources for the same idea is a good thing! (3) You got all those books and lectures and Uni and all of that - the point of it all is learning yes? Erm, no! It's the business of passing exams, it's the business of passing in coursework that can be easily assigned high grades. It is best to prioritise a deep understanding of what's in the lectures - if it isn't in the lectures or closely related to things that are it's probably superfluous - if you can find a good KZbin that's also a good way of checking your understanding. You have no target to read those books - only the bits that matter - this makes them reference material. (4) In my experience there tends to be little to do earlier in the course, lots to do later on. One good way to flatten that curve is to make headway on any big projects etc. as early as possible. This will then be in the bank, allowing you to focus more on exams as you get closer to them. Try to keep projects and coursework responses as simple as possible while still achieving the objectives required. It's best not to get too creative either (though I for one would like to be), it isn't your game - figure out as best you can what they want to see - and show them that. (5) On the topic of exams, get hold of any past papers you can get as soon as you can. If after a lecture you can see past questions on that topic it gives you a good idea what you need to know and what you don't. As the exams come close it's a major advantage if you know what the answers are for past papers... and how the grading works. (6) I've never understood the idea of "fitting in" as other folks tend to see it. People seem to think they have to have lots of common ground, but why? Wouldn't it be better to forget about common ground and try to get along with folks who are very different from ourselves? Anyway, you are not at the bottom of the social hierarchy, perhaps it is for other people to worry about how well they fit in with you? ... being on the same uni course is common ground enough - case in point you do alright with Japanese people don't ya? -- (7) If I were you I would hold back on revealing to people at uni the fact that you're a KZbin superstar. Once the cat is out of the bag there's no putting it back in - you can always reveal later to select people you have come to trust - it may potentially lead to awkward conversations I think. (8) The non-uni bit. You are the chief project manager for the Katharina project - and it's going pretty well! To keep the core purposes of the project on track it may be necessary to limit some of the non-essential aspects. Don't pressure yourself to do vlogs, not a priority. Regarding the 1:40 half-marathon thing perhaps go for it but call time on running with a target after that? - Only once I did a 10k with no time in mind, I got around in 55 minutes but I joked with the crowd, gave a high five to around 100 massive sponge hands, bashed a riff on someone's drum, stroked a puppy and had a lot of fun along the way... it was great! And I wasn't unwell for a couple of days as I sometimes was after going for a time! -- held og lykke med det hele DC 👍

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you for all of this!!!

[@mollybrown6461]

a bit unrelated but you've made your studio look beautiful!

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you! Makes me happy☺️

[@katharinaschneiderr]

What’s it like to attend university like in your country? I believe there’s many similarities but also a lot of differences. I hope you enjoyed this insight into my experience (so far) in Copenhagen. I’m only just getting started! :)

[@anele7723]

Where did yu get these chairs? I LOVE them and am moving into my new apartment right now so I love your inspirations, please keep us up to date love your style

[@moumnimohamed620]

good luck, I love your content

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you ☺️

[@etoiIes]

loved this video, i'm starting university in a few weeks, however in the UK, and your advice was so helpful :) i wish you all the best settling in to university. i wondered if you could share where you get your running clothes from usually? i'm training for a half marathon, and maybe you have heard of the store 'exercere' - the pieces are quite nice !

[@oxanadc]

omg first of all good luck in your journey abroad and also for your half marathon exercere is a great one, i love their Active Pocket Tights, perfect for running and super comfy also if you need some inspo i have some vlogs about my experience abroad in university which i know you will love

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I run in clothes from SAYSKY and Bareen. SAYSKY is the ultimate, best brand of running clothes I’ve ever used. It’s comfortable, high quality yet a great price. Bareen is amazing too but more workout-wear inspired. I like their sport bras, shorts and tees a lot!!

[@NordicLab]

Great video!

[@sara2077]

love it

[@Kala22]

Such a cool vlog, thanks for taking us along 🫶🏼🌞 wish you all the best for your studies and fingers crossed, that your japan plans will work out ❤️

[@katharinaschneiderr]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed watching and thank you so much ☺️

[@User-o3m2m]

loved the vid !

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you so much ☺️ I won’t do a fashion video because that’s simply not my thing haha! I know nothing about it and I just wear what I think is comfortable - but thanks a lot!

[@User-o3m2m]

@@katharinaschneiderr oh no worries ? can i js ask where u get ur jewelry from :'))

[@katharinaschneiderr]

@@User-o3m2m a million different places all across the world. I collect when I travel!!

[@larabaumgartner7740]

Love the vlog! You have such a cozy vibe 💌 Where is your golden (kind of bigger) ring from?

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you ☺️

[@AnnaSchönherr]

Hi, I love your videos, also just moved to Copenhagen so it feels nice to see you getting settled into a new place. I was wondering where you got your dining chairs from, been looking for some like these for ages :)

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Thank you ☺️ I will share everything I bought (and where I got it from) in my next video!

[@matcha-z8i]

いつかまた日本の動画が投稿されるのを楽しみに待っています！ 静岡茶も召し上がってください🍵

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I will! :)

[@lea_c-o2]

good luck!! using an iPad can really help you save a bunch of money on textbooks. :)

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Unfortunately, that's now how it works. Our books are only (maybe 1 of them as an excuse) available as a physical book. Furthermore, I enjoy to read and take notes by hand. I understand it better! And furthermore, I can't afford an Ipad, nor do I need one :')

[@johanna8760]

from a CBS girly, I recommend you not to buy all the books

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I thought them all pre-used! I cannot read text properly as PDF files, on screen etc. because I simply don’t understand it fully! I need it physically in front of me :)

[@SirTomas383]

Japan is nice for vacation. Work and school culture is totally the opposite of the danish work-life balance.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I'm sure you're right but studying a semester (6 months) in Japan is a huge dream of mine I want to pursue. I'd be studying my 'own' course from CBS in Denmark but at a university in Japan with an additional subject, provided by the university in Japan, to get my ETCS points. I really want to do this and I'll be sad if I look back when I'm 50 years old and didn't even give it a try :)

[@baryler]

Buy used books , and get downloadable versions from "older" students.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I did already buy the books pre used :)

[@karolinas4025]

Hi Katharina, Can you recommend stores that sell city bikes in CPH? Greetings from Poland😊

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I've got absolutely no idea!

[@karolinas4025]

@@katharinaschneiderr Thank you for your response☺️

[@PKHARDIN]

I’m curious are your lectures and classes in Danish? I know some course at uni are in English.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

The lectures are in Danish but our books are written in both English and Danish. I'd say half of my academic texts are in English :)

[@user-lj4ee4cm3z]

We’re schoolmates and I also like matcha❤ (but it’s so expensive in Copenhagen😢)

[@katharinaschneiderr]

True! That's why I bought a bunch in Japan 🥹

[@user-lj4ee4cm3z]

@@katharinaschneiderr you’re so clever! I should search if there’s any website I can buy such Asian food or drink.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I'm sure there is! Looking for one myself haha

[@josephine.1631]

i really enjoy your content. i wanted to know What is your native language, because you said it‘s a challenge to read everything in english ?

[@katharinaschneiderr]

I am from Copenhagen, Danmark and my native language is Danish :)

[@NelsonBarney-s1x]

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[@feliciakarlsson2973]

What are you styding?❤

[@katharinaschneiderr]

(BSc) in Business Administration and Organizational Communication :)

[@Akel4611]

what are you studying?

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Administration and Information Systems

[@celinerasmussen4717]

Er vild med dine hvide malerier, må jeg spørge hvor de er fra?

[@katharinaschneiderr]

Som jeg nævner i videoen, købte jeg dem af en pige på Instagram, som ikke længere producerer dem!

[@noemipiazza83]

Wondering why you’re reading backwards😂 anyway

[@Naphinel]

SAME!

[@dishavirk6484]

I think the screen is flipped during that timestamp.

[@katharinaschneiderr]

@@noemipiazza83 the camera is flipped because it’s on “selfie” mode so it changes the videoclip 😅 I forgot to flip it when I edited the video:)

[@katharinaschneiderr]

@@dishavirk6484 correct :)

[@bruh12869]

I have never bought a book at university and i am nearing my masters thesis. Such a waste of money

[@katharinaschneiderr]

@@bruh12869 depends on what kind of person you are and how you’re learning the best way!

[@bruh12869]

@@katharinaschneiderr i mean yes but almost all books are available as a pdf online

[@katharinaschneiderr]

@@bruh12869 I personally do not enjoy reading online. I need the book in front of me! :)

[@lisa_and_christian]

There was no smør on your smørrebrød? 🧈

[@katharinaschneiderr]

No, I hate butter on rye bread 🙂‍↔️

[@lisa_and_christian]

@@katharinaschneiderr 🥴Ah, ok 😘