Hello! My name is Heather. I am a third-year at Pitt, pursuing a dual degree in Accounting and Neuroscience. I am currently in Belfast, Northern Ireland and studying at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) for the Fall 2026 semester. I was initially drawn to QUB because of its top-notch curriculum, especially in business, so I was…
Working for the Weekend
One of the biggest differences I have noticed while living in Milan is how differently people can define professional success. In the United States, success is often closely tied to career progression. Getting promoted, earning a higher salary, taking on more responsibility, or building an impressive résumé are all commonly viewed as signs that someone…
Fall 2026 ACRI Introduction
My name is Luke Clister, and I am an English Writing major completing the fourth year of my undergraduate degree. Pitt is actually the third school I have attended while attaining my degree! Previously, I attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and PennWest California before finishing my two years here at Pitt. At Pitt, I’m part…
ACRI Introduction
My name is Andrew Weiss (he/him) and I am a fourth-year student studying political science with minors in public policy and theatre arts. I transferred to the University of Pittsburgh in fall 2024 after I completed a year of service with AmeriCorps NCCC during which I became interested in the political and policy issues that…
ACRI: Intro
My name is Aubrey Baumiller, and I am a second-year in the School of Business. I am double majoring in Accounting and Marketing on a Pre-Law track as I plan to go to law school post-graduation. Something unique about me is that I am a fourth-generation Pitt student. This year, for the ACRI project, we…
ACRI Introduction!
My name is Lisa-Sophia (Lisa) Kachalova and I am a sophomore majoring in English Writing (non-fiction) and History with a minor in Economics. Something unique about me is that I am from Kentucky, which gives me a new perspective on Appalachia and Appalachian research and community work. For the ACRI Project this semester we are…
Fall 2026 ACRI Introduction
Hello! My name is Gabriella Moose and I am a sophomore at Pitt. I am a Microbiology major with a minor in Anthropology. An interesting fact about me is that I am a small business owner—this past summer my sister and I opened up a food truck that sells acai bowls! I am very excited…
ACRI Project Introduction
Hello! My name is Eman Marai and I am a second-year Political Science student at Pitt with minors in Arabic and Global Policy. I also work as a Peer Success Guide in Pitt’s Student Success Hub, where I support the Office of the Provost and connect students to on-campus resources. This past summer, I served…
ACRI Introduction – Fall 2026
Hi! My name is Savannah Tracy, and I’m a sophomore at Pitt majoring in Political Science and Environmental Studies. On campus, I serve as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for FP 0001 (Academic Foundations) and work as a Student Assistant at the Child Development Center. This past May, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad…
ACRI Project Introduction
Hello! My name is Darya Wilson and I am a Sophomore majoring in History and minoring in Persian Language. I am also pursuing an African Studies and a Global Studies Certificate. Outside of the classroom, I am a Nationality Rooms tour guide, so you will often find me around the Cathedral of Learning. I am…