Peerbux Umar Mohammad Narweez, a student of web and multimedia development at the University of Mauritius, attended Academia Institute of Technology as a student from 4 March 2024 to 2 July 2024 as part of the Erasmus+ student exchange programme.
Student Umar shared with us early on that even before travelling within the Erasmus programme, he had been excited and at the same time nervous, as this was his first journey outside his country and by aeroplane. At that time, he did not yet know that his stay in Maribor would be much better than he had imagined. Upon arrival in the country, he immediately noticed the change in weather; the cold climate was very different from the warm weather in Mauritius, but he admits that this change was surprisingly pleasant for him.
"The friendly locals ensured that I immediately felt welcome. In the student residence, I quickly found friends who showed me around the city, introduced me to its nightlife, and shared delicious food. They helped me with everything I needed, from obtaining a Slovenian SIM card to trying new food."
Life in Maribor was straightforward thanks to the supportive community that surrounded Umar. He was impressed by the beauty of the city of Maribor, particularly the wonderful buildings and peaceful streets, and after the initial weeks, Maribor already felt like a second home.
As he confided in us, upon his reception at Academia, Umar's worries dissipated and were replaced by enthusiasm and motivation for work. Umar participated in web and graphic design projects as well as video production, fields that matched his interests. He was also of great help during the international week Academia 2024 with photography and participation in talks. The entire experience was rich, full of cultural exchanges, new friendships, and professional growth.
"I am grateful for the friendships I have made and the experiences I have lived through. The four months at Academia were unforgettable. I visited nearby places such as Graz and explored Slovenia, enjoying the peaceful streets and friendly people. Life in the student residence was fun, and I also appreciated the healthy Slovenian food."
Leaving Maribor was sad. I promised myself that I would return one day to meet my friends again and relive these wonderful moments. If I had another opportunity to return, I would take it without hesitation. My time in Slovenia was an incredible journey that will remain in my memory forever.
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Source: Academia (9. 7. 2024). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
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