Interview with Aniagu Christian, former MSc Computer Science student

        1. How did you decided to study in Hungary and specially at the University of Miskolc?

My sincere and usual answer to this, is that Hungary and University if Miskolc chose me

2. Have you heard about Hungary before planning to study here?

Yes, vaguely though

3. What was your first reaction after landing in Miskolc? What were you excited about and/or nervous about after reaching Miskolc?

I had an uncertain feeling. I arrived very late to the Autumn semester and was not sure if I’ll lose a semester or can trust myself to measure up.

4. What do you like the most about the Miskolc? What was your favourite travel experience in Hungary? Did you find any cool places that you weren’t expecting?

Miskolc is like my city of origin, quiet and less populated that other bigger cities. There are many beautiful travel experiences in Hungary as a student and with friends after schooling. Right here in Miskolc, my special place is Bükki Nemzeti Park. I cannot get tired of going there, from one terrain to another. My best city is being dragged by Eger and Balaton – Balatonfüred, Tihany, Badacsony and many more.

5. How did the study in Hungary and the at the University of Miskolc affect your future career path? What is one difference between education in your country and education in Hungary?

Obviously, my study in Hungary aided my career path, I could fit in industrially after much preparation as a student. Nigeria is highly populated and there is high demand for education, hence the inability for the institutions and industries to measure up with the demand. Here, it was easier for the professors to educate and handle lesser number of students and for the students to reach out to the professors.

6. Tell me about your favourite Professors at the University of Miskolc. What do you like about them?

I love all the professors that taught me, all were so good. However, Dr. Kovács László and Dr. Samad Dadvandipour were the closest to me

7. What is one part of Hungarian culture that you are excited to share? What was the most interesting thing you learned about the Hungarian culture?

The Christmas culture- Santa Claus expectation, the halászlé, libamáj, drinks (Pálinka) and exchange of gifts between families, friends and colleagues.

8. What do you like most about Hungarian People?

All the Hungarians I’ve met are very kind and inquisitive to know more about me

9. When you were studying for a test or final exam during your university, did you preferred to study by yourself or with a group of friends?

Both, there were times I preferred to study alone and there were when I liked a discussion with classmates

10. Describe your best Hungarian friend and International friend. How is he or she similar to you? How is he or she different?

Almost all in E6 4^th floor then were my best International friends, if you met me then, you can attest to it. I also made good friends among the mentor volunteers from Hungary. I will never forget Csilla Restas-Gondor, Nikolett Tóth (International Relations Office), Khatuna Buchasvili, Ismail Ugur Dundar and Murtada Mohammed. They showed me that living life is the best amongst those that understands you.

11. Were you involved in any volunteering activity in Miskolc during your studies or your Hungarian stay? If yes, Tell me about your volunteering experiences. Do you feel it is important to be involved? How does it help students to build skills for the career?

There were organized trips by ESN to charity organizations. I did not participate in any of such volunteering activities and I regret that. It is important and if have such opportunity, do not miss it.

12. Was there anything unique about studying at the University of Miskolc? How would you describe study at the University of Miskolc in five words?

Vital part of my life

13. What are some suggestions or advice you would like to share with foreign students coming to the University of Miskolc, Miskolc, Hungary for study?

Miskolc have a way of getting through you positively if you seek for it. As an excellent student, you will be glad to study in University of Miskolc.

14. Describe in brief about your experience at the University of Miskolc and Miskolc city.

Exquisite

15. Any funniest moment wants to share about your stay in Miskolc?

Have you ever experienced E6 4^th floor kitchen party? Those days were golden.

Rapid fire Questions;

• Best Hungarian foods- Halászlé, Gulyasleves, Bableves, Gyümölcsleves

• Favourite Hungarian words- Megbocsátás, Szeretlek, Gyönyörű, Köszönöm, Szép

• Best Restaurants, Coffee shops or Bar that you are missing in Miskolc- Impresszó Club-Étterem, Pizza Terasz Étterem Miskolc, Uni-Café and Szomjas Szerda, Miskolc

• Favourite leisure spot in Miskolc- Bükk National Park, Barlangfürdő Miskolctapolca

• Favourite leisure spot at the University of Miskolc- Uni-Café

• Favourite Hungarian cities- Eger, Miskolc, Balatonfüred, Tihany, Badacsony, Pécs and Budapest

• Miskolc attractions or places you would recommend for visiting- Bükk National Park and Balaton, Barlangfürdő Miskolctapolca and Eger. As much as you can, Hungary has a lot.

• What is the most that you are missing from Miskolc, Hungary – Luckily, I am still here 3 years after. Yes, that is how I love Miskolc and Hungary.

• What special gift you usually suggest buying from Hungary for parents, friends or relatives? Anything special from Miskolc? Fridge magnets, Postcards, National drinks like Pálinka, Unicum, Egri Bikavér, Tokaji Furmint, Tokaji Szamorodni, Tokaji Aszú and many more

• Favourite quotation that influence you- Fyodor Dostoyevsky — 'It takes something more than intelligence to act intelligently.'

• Best Shopping Place in Miskolc- Búza Tér

• Best street of Miskolc- 3526 Pozsonyi utca

• Your favourite city festival- Kocsonyafesztivál Miskolc

• Best partying place in Miskolc- Rockwell Klub Miskolc

• Unique machinery, lift etc. seen first time in your life at the University of Miskolc- Paternoster lift