My name is Dunja Balaban, and I am a fourth-year student at the Faculty of Economics in Banja Luka, majoring in Management and Entrepreneurship. I spent this year’s winter semester at Mendel University in Brno as part of the Erasmus+ program.
Staying in Brno was an incredibly beautiful and unforgettable experience that allowed me to meet a large number of people from different countries and cultures. Studying in an international environment showed me how different the education system is compared to ours and taught me how to adapt to new environments.
In addition to the academic aspect, the exchange allowed me to travel and explore other European cities such as Prague, Karlovy Vary, Olomouc, and Vienna, and to realize that university life can be much more than just acquiring academic knowledge. I also made friendships that I am sure will last a long time. This experience significantly contributed to the development of my independence, resourcefulness, and self-confidence, and I consider it an excellent experience that I would sincerely recommend to every student.