Fika with us

Debunking stereotypes about Sweden - with Themis!

What is it really like to be an international student at Linköping University? Beyond the brochures, packing lists, and welcome emails? In this episode of Fika with us, we sit down with Themis, an international student at LiU, to talk about the things they wish they had known before starting their studies in Sweden. Themis shares honest reflections regarding stereotypes about Sweden; From everyday student life and Swedish habits to culture shocks, small surprises, and practical tips that make settling in easier. We talk about navigating student life, adapting to a new culture, and learning those lessons you only really understand once you’re here. Whether you’re already studying at LiU, planning to apply, or just curious about life as an international student in Sweden, this episode offers useful insights and relatable experiences to help you feel a little more prepared. Resources for international students: * Studenthälsa.se - your portal to student health [https://studenthalsa.se/en/start/] * Support and contact on LiUnet [https://liuonline.sharepoint.com/sites/student-stod-och-kontakt/SitePages/en/Home.aspx] * All you need to know about studying at LiU [https://liu.se/en/education/essentials] * Student Health Care at LiU [https://liu.se/en/education/student-health-care] These are just a few places to find help, don´t hesitate to contact the the university if you have any questions! 📬 Have a topic you’d like us to cover – or want to share your own LiU story? Get in touch via email: nike.johansson@liu.se [nike.johansson@liu.se] Participants: Themis Bokini and Nike Johansson.

New season - Meet our new host!

In this episode, you’ll meet the new host, Nike, who’s in her third year of the bachelor’s program in Communication, Society, Media Production (KSM) at Linköping University. She shares her background and what’s coming up in the podcast this season. Throughout the year, Nike will talk with both current students and university staff about life during and after LiU – from study tips and student engagement to what it really feels like to be a university student. Tune in for insights into student life, inspiration for your own studies, or a bit of nostalgia if you’ve already graduated. 📬 Have a topic you’d like us to cover – or want to share your own LiU story? Get in touch via email: nike.johansson@liu.se [nike.johansson@liu.se] For more information: * LiU´s other podcasts in english [https://liu.se/en/podcast] * All you need to know about studying at LiU [https://liu.se/en/education/essentials] * Student life at LiU [https://liu.se/en/education/student-life] Participants: Nike Johansson.

Important applications and websites

This episode of Fika with us is about the various applications and websites that are important in the day to day student life Linkoping University [https://liu.se/en]. It helps give insight on the functions of each of these websites and applications and how to navigate your way through them. Participants: Chelsea Draru Deborah and Fatima Abdullahi-Muhammed.

Design of life: Kacper’s take on Sustainable Design at LiU

What does “design” really mean — and how do sustainability, creativity, and research all come together in one programme? In this episode, we sit down with Kacper Brach, a first-year student from Poland in Linköping University’s Master’s in Design, specializing in the Sustainable Design track. Kacper shares his journey from Poland to Sweden, and we talk about what it’s like to study design in an international, interdisciplinary environment. He explains the different tracks in the programme, what sustainable design actually involves, and how his own perspective on design has evolved. We also touch on creativity, climate challenges, cross-campus studying, and balancing inspiration with deadlines. Whether you’re curious about studying design, passionate about sustainability, or just want to hear how art, technology, and society can come together — this one’s for you.   Participants: Kacper Brach and Bartosz Likoński.

From Taiwan to Sweden: Clara’s Journey into Computational Social Science

What’s it like to move across the world to study a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary field? In this episode, we sit down with Clara (Yun-Tsz Tsai), a first-year student in the Computational Social Science Master’s programme at Linköping University. Clara shares her story of growing up in Taiwan, why she chose to study in Sweden, and how she’s navigating life in a new country. We dive into what Computational Social Science actually is, the types of students the programme attracts, and how sociology meets data science to tackle real-world problems. Clara also opens up about cultural differences, managing the academic workload, and future career dreams. Whether you’re curious about studying abroad, interested in social data, or just love a good fika story — you won’t want to miss this conversation! Links from the episode: * Read Clara’s blog posts on the LiU International Student Blog [https://internationalstudents.blog.liu.se/author/yunts820/] Participants: Clara (Yun-Tsz Tsai) and Bartosz Likoński.