ANNA MONTFORTH

• Where are you from? I am from Cologne, Germany 
• What do you study at Xamk? I study International Business B.Sc 
• Why did you choose Xamk for studies? It is part of my study Programme to go abroad for one semester in my 3rd year. I decided to go to Finland because I wanted to get to know the highly appreciated Finnish school system and the Finnish culture. Furthermore, I love nature and rural areas, so Finland was the best choice for me. 

• What do you miss about Germany?  I definitely miss the German bread, German Cafés, the mountain areas and of course my family. Although Finland is a beautiful place to be, Germany has much more to offer regarding entertainment and social activities.  

• What do you like about Finnish People? Finnish people are quite helpful and open-minded. The Finnish people I have met so far are actually not that shy  
• What do you like now about Finland since you have been staying here for two month?   I like the tranquility, pure nature and definitely the Finnish educational system. Studying here in Finland is more relaxing and fun compared to the German system. 
• What should we be expecting from you this International Week? I am going to prepare some German food : Bretzel, German meatballs, herb butter and Obatzda with my friends. Feel free to come and try it