Sarah from Tunisia

Hey there! I'm Sarah, a business student currently on a journey to earn my Bachelor's degree in Finance and Business Analytics. I took part in the second session of the 2023 VU Amsterdam Summer School, where I dove into the Fintech and Emerging Financial Models in a Dynamic World class.

Let me tell you, signing up for this, was one of the absolute best decisions I've ever made in my academic life! The course was exactly what it promised; incredibly enriching and hands-on. I got to roll up my sleeves and create my very own digital wallet using MetaMask. We delved into some seriously advanced projects too. Those two weeks were a whirlwind, packed with fascinating professionals from the Fintech field and some mind-boggling perspectives that gave the whole experience a well-rounded feel.

For anyone out there who's genuinely intrigued by Blockchain and Crypto, I can't recommend this experience enough. We got to connect with an array of pros from the industry and even paid a visit to a top-notch brokerage firm right in the heart of the Amsterdam business area. Oh, and let's not forget those unique sensory explorations that really added to the immersive nature of the whole adventure.

Now, here's a fun twist – I scored "The Photographer Scholarship" for the Summer School, which meant I got to enjoy a whole bunch of activities around Amsterdam and the Netherlands for free. Each city had its own vibe, but Amsterdam really stole my heart with its vibrant energy and diverse cultural mix. Seriously, that city never seems to sleep!

And here's a plot twist – who would think that in two weeks, I would meet some of the nicest people literally from different corners of the globe and make some of the best memories of my life? It’s been an adventure and a pretty great one. Now, I’ve got a lot of places to tick off on that travel list!

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