Upon my arrival in Germany on September 27, 2021, as a recipient of the DAAD scholarship for an Master degree program, my initial focus was on adapting to the German academic milieu. During the initial three months, I dedicated my time to familiarizing myself with the intricacies of the academic culture and immersing into the first semester of my course.
However, a turning point emerged when I chanced upon a part-time opportunity at marketing department of our University. Leveraging my expertise as a proficient graphic designer skilled in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, coupled with my adeptness in manipulating data using tools like Excel, MySQL, PHP, and Python, I secured a role as a Graphic Designer cum Assistant Data Analyst.
This endeavor, synergized with my DAAD scholarship, facilitated the financial support crucial for sustaining both my living expenses and educational pursuits. This harmonious balance allowed me to concentrate wholeheartedly on my studies, resulting in commendable academic achievements during the initial two semesters.
My dedication was rewarded further when I was granted the "Deutschlandstipendium" an additional scholarship that propelled my academic journey in Germany to new heights. I am immensely grateful for these opportunities that have enriched my academic and personal growth.