Mauritz Crombach is one of our students of the joined IPSS and EMGS programme Global Studies with special emphasis on Peace and Security in Africa. He talks about the programme and his summer semester in Leipzig.
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Studies in 17 countries – Western military interventions tend to be counterproductive Material grievances are a stronger breeding ground for extremism than political beliefs. File image. Photo: dpa picture alliance Material grievances – especially high youth unemployment – are a far greater breeding ground for extremism than religious or
by Hilal Subaşi As I complete my first semester in the Global Studies Department at Leipzig University, I am truly excited to reflect on this experience. My time at Leipzig University has been unforgettable, not only in terms of academics but also for my personal growth. The university’s multicultural
By Kanishka Joshi When I found out that my Erasmus Mundus Global Studies (EMGS) journey would begin in Vienna, I was beyond thrilled. The idea of studying in the ‘most liveable city in the world’ was exciting, but nothing could have prepared me for how immersive this experience would
By Marleen Aschmutat As a 22-year-old student, my academic journey has taken me across borders and into culturally rich environments. Before joining EMGS, I studied European Studies in Maastricht and completed a six-month internship with the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in Cameroon. These experiences shaped my interest in international relations
While social media was initially hailed as a pillar of democracy, a troubling development is emerging: Digital moguls like Elon Musk are increasingly taking openly far-right positions. This analysis examines the “unholy alliance” between digital capitalism and right-wing movements. It reveals how platform algorithms, targeted disinformation, and a misunderstood