A truly unique and life-changing experience! I applied for the Winter School quite spontaneously, thinking it was just a course like any other. However, the moment I arrived in Nice, I realized how special and important this opportunity was going to be for me. Since Day 1 our program was packed with different masterclasses, panels, and workshops, giving us many opportunities to network and get to know each other. We learned how to code in Python, dived into the techniques of public speaking, and even tapped into our inner insecurities…The diversity of activities allowed us to receive a well-rounded education and to feel as empowered as never before. The many important lessons I learned will have an ever-lasting impact on me. I have not only gained great friends, but also many new role models and mentors to look up to.