Paulina Wirski, a German-Polish student, describes her experiences growing up in Hamburg, Germany, and later moving to the United States to attend Penn State University. She discusses the differences between the education systems in Germany and the U.S., the challenges of adjusting to a new country and culture, and her involvement in campus activities and organizations. Paulina also reflects on the impact of her international background and the valuable lessons she has learned about diversity, open-mindedness, and personal growth during her time at Penn State.For more information about this collection please visit the Pennsylvania State University international student oral history collection.