Maike studied political science and law at the European University Viadrina in Frankfurt an der Oder, right on the German-Polish border. During their studies, they already focused on international issues and, for example, researched how cross-border cooperation works best at an individual level. At the same time, they worked at the local university and volunteered for various cross-border groups. They therefore already developed an understanding of how relevant international exchange is, especially in a student context. Maike spent the last two years working in the project and research area of a Berlin think tank before returning to the university environment and is looking forward to getting back into contact with international students and helping them to have the best possible stay in Berlin.