From Germany via Hungary to Jönköping

04 Aug 2009 | Posted By: Maria Markenroth

By: Patrick Hofmeister

Being a professional sportsman and a serious student is mostly not an easy thing to do. I am doing a sport that is quite popular in Skandinavia, especially in Sweden, but in other countries – like in Germany -  it is a minor sport: orienteering. The sport that combines fast running and map reading is really fascinating for me and is a perfect way to experience the nature.

I chose the JIBS and Jönköping as location for my postgraduate studies hoping both to get an excellent education in International Logistics and to improve my orienteering skills to become a better orienteer. At the moment I am trying to prepare as good as possible for the upcoming World Orienteering Championships held in Hungary from 15/08/2009 – 23/08/2009, but at the same time I still have to finish my studies in Germany writing my Bachelor thesis in International Strategic Management. So, you see that it is always hard to manage studies and sport simultaneously. Due to World Champs, I unfortunately cannot take part in the introduction week which I do really regret. Anyway, I am really looking forward to seeeing you soon in Jönköping. If you want to know more about me or orienteering, you can visit my blog www.patrick-hofmeister.de.

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