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Berlin Beyond Borders American journalism students report from Berlin, in a summer international reporting course run by ieiMedia.

This multimedia project showcases the work of students led by journalism instructor Nomi Morris, a Writing Program lecturer at UC Santa Barbara

BBB reporters take the pulse of German reaction to the Trump administration.
05/07/2025

BBB reporters take the pulse of German reaction to the Trump administration.

Many say they refuse to visit the U.S., fearing arbitrary detention.

BBB reporter Mikaela Stone investigates the highly-charged reaction to the Gaza War in Germany, which feels a special re...
09/08/2024

BBB reporter Mikaela Stone investigates the highly-charged reaction to the Gaza War in Germany, which feels a special responsibility to Israel and the Jewish people due to the Holocaust. At the same time, Germany's Arab and Muslim population has grown over the past decade and younger Germans see the world differently than previous generations.

Reaction is especially fraught in Germany, which has a special relationship with Israel due to the N**i Holocaust that killed 6 million…

Sofia Welch digs deep into Berlin's Techno music scene — it's development after the fall of the Wall and what it means ...
09/08/2024

Sofia Welch digs deep into Berlin's Techno music scene — it's development after the fall of the Wall and what it means to Berlin's cultural life today.

Berlin’s techno scene is now protected by UNESCO as part of Germany’s “intangible cultural heritage.”

Jackie Jauregui hones in on how the far right is targeting youth in Germany with its anti-immigrant message. Teenagers i...
01/08/2024

Jackie Jauregui hones in on how the far right is targeting youth in Germany with its anti-immigrant message. Teenagers in eastern Berlin speak out.

By Jackie Jauregui

Berlin Beyond Borders sports reporter John Glab interviewed fans from all over Berlin who came to celebrate their countr...
31/07/2024

Berlin Beyond Borders sports reporter John Glab interviewed fans from all over Berlin who came to celebrate their countries during the UEFA Football championships — as well as analysts who shed light on what fan culture means for Europe.

Unity transcends nationalisms — for one month, this summer.

BBB reporter Michelle McConnell examines the push for a four-day work week in Germany, and the country's workplace cultu...
20/07/2024

BBB reporter Michelle McConnell examines the push for a four-day work week in Germany, and the country's workplace culture.

Already generous German working conditions may get even better —while productivity norms remain strict.

BBB reporter Francesca D'Agata pulls back the curtain for us, as Berlin's State Opera House changes its director for the...
18/07/2024

BBB reporter Francesca D'Agata pulls back the curtain for us, as Berlin's State Opera House changes its director for the first time since 1992.

A new Maestro after three decades: Will the city remain harmonious or descend into dissonance?

BBB music reviewer John Glab takes us on a tour of the underground punk scene.
17/07/2024

BBB music reviewer John Glab takes us on a tour of the underground punk scene.

Berlin Beyond Borders music reviewer John Glab checks out the DIY scene in the city this summer.

BBB reporter Michelle McConnell encounters the kaleidoscope of architectural styles that give Berlin its unique aestheti...
17/07/2024

BBB reporter Michelle McConnell encounters the kaleidoscope of architectural styles that give Berlin its unique aesthetic.

By Michelle McConnell

The first long feature from this summer's BBB Editorial Group is a look back at the Stasi legacy, decades after East Ger...
17/07/2024

The first long feature from this summer's BBB Editorial Group is a look back at the Stasi legacy, decades after East Germany was dismantled. Nicole Johnson updates us. Check out our major features and lighter blog entries in the coming days.

Thirty-five years after citizens stormed the East Berlin’s State Security headquarters, 3 million people have viewed their files.

BBB reporter Francesca D'Agata checks out a literary locale that captures the spirit of early 20th century Berlin.
13/07/2024

BBB reporter Francesca D'Agata checks out a literary locale that captures the spirit of early 20th century Berlin.

By Francesca D’Agata

BBB reporter Jackie Jauregui reflects on speaking the German language in Berlin, after three years of studying it in Am...
12/07/2024

BBB reporter Jackie Jauregui reflects on speaking the German language in Berlin, after three years of studying it in America.

Unglaublich is the German word for unbelievable — the best way to describe visiting Germany for the first time and communicating with…

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