Fika with us

Learn more about international studies at LiU

A fika is a very Swedish custom that basically means that you take a break from your activity to have a cup of coffee or tea and maybe eat something sweet.

In Fika with us we are inviting you to join us for a fika and listen to different topics regarding international student life at Linköping University (LiU).

You find Fika with us wherever you find your podcast, see links down below.

Fika with us at Apple Podcasts

Fika with us at Spotify

Fika with us at Google Podcasts

Artwork for the podcast Fika with us.

Traveling While Studying

At LiU, there are plenty of opportunities to travel around Sweden and its surrounding countries. But how do you fit traveling into your schedule? And what is the best way to travel? In this episode, three current international students share their experiences with (and advice for) domestic and international travel during their time in Sweden.

Participants: The host Connor Turner with todays guests Shivani Devata, Valentina Bresciani and Yannick Reischl.
Episode guests Shivani, Valentina and Yannick sitting on a staircase and looking into the camera.

Surviving the Swedish Winter

It’s no secret that the winters in Sweden are cold, but just how cold does it get? And how should you prepare for your first winter at LiU? In this episode, we talk with three current international students about their experiences with winters in Linköping, and they give you their advice on how to thrive in the winter.

Participants: The host Connor Turner with todays guests Shivani Devata, Leonor Fernandes and Fleur Antje Ilsa van der Neut.
A group of people is standing outside and throwing snow up in the air.

Surviving the First Semester

Between studying for classes, setting up your documents, and adjusting to life in a new country, the first semester at LiU can be a bit overwhelming at times.

In this episode, we talk with three current first year students about their experiences navigating the first semester and what advice they would give to new students.

Participants: The host Connor Turner with guests Chelsea Deborah Dwaru, Erica Keirungi Twinomugisha and Fleur Antje Ilsa van der Neut.
Three women sitting on a staircase and showing LiU-merch.

Study Resources at LiU

Starting your master’s program can be a difficult task, but luckily LiU has plenty of study resources available to help you succeed!

In this episode, we talk with Marie – one of the study advisors at LiU – about the role of study advisors on campus and all the resources available to students at LiU.

Participants: The host Connor Turner and Marie Söderholm as guest.
Picture of Studenthuset at Campus Valla.

Managing Your Time

With the unique semester format here in Sweden, managing your time properly is crucial to achieving your academic goals.

In this episode, our guests Leonor, Shivani, and Barbara discuss how they stay on top of their studies, organize their schedules, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Participants: The host Connor Turner with guests Shivani Devata, Barbara Fischer and Leonor Fernandes.
Picture of a table showing a computer, watch, pen and paper.

Social Life at LiU

Between corridor events, program gatherings, student organizations, and campus parties, there is always something to do at LiU!

In this episode, our guests Shivani, Rana, and Yannick go over all you need to know about social life on campus and how you can get involved with student life.

Participants: The host Connor Turner with guests Shivani Devata, Rana Elsayed and Yannick Reischl.
Overview over New Students' day.

Meet our new host!

The start of a new school year brings new beginnings for the podcast! In this episode, our new host Connor introduces himself, talks about how he came to be in Linköping, and gives a preview as to what is to come in Season 3 of Fika with Us.

Participants: The host Connor Turner.
Nya host Connor Turner is smiling and looking into the camera.

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