Coucou ! My name is Paroma Banerjee, or Pami, and I just finished up my junior year at the University of Pittsburgh. I am pursuing majors in Computational Biology and French with a certificate in West European Studies. Additionally, I am an undergraduate research assistant in an immunology lab at Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute…
Paris: A Green City!
Throughout my time here in Paris I have grown to love the sustainability and greenery of the city. From the many parks to the policy initiatives, I appreciate the care put into making a major city like Paris green, yet functional. I am taking a class called “Green Growth, Sustainability, and The New Economy” which…
Off to Amsterdam!
Hi everyone! My name is Sadie Mahan and I am a junior here at Pitt studying Urban Studies with a minor in Studio Arts and a certificate in Geographic Information Systems. I am in the Frederick Honors College and I participate in multiple clubs here on campus, including being the Art Editor for Collision Literary…
A semester of growth
As this program comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on how much my perspective has changed since the beginning. What started as a structured academic project evolved into a much deeper experience centered on adaptability, communication, and relationships. While I initially focused on what I would produce-deliverables, presentations, and training materials, I now…
Stepping into new waters
Before this experience, I didn’t fully realize how much I would be stepping outside of my comfort zone, not just geographically, but academically and professionally as well. I chose to participate in this program in Trinidad and Tobago because it offered something different from a traditional study abroad experience. Instead of simply learning in a…
From Pittsburgh to Portugal
Hello! My name is Gizelle and I am a sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh pursuing degrees in political science and economics, along with a certificate in human rights and social justice. This summer, I will be participating in the FHC Portugal internship program, and I am incredibly excited to begin this journey! As a…
A week before Greece
Hi everyone, my name is Michael Timm, and I am a freshman Industrial Engineering student traveling to Greece as part of the Pitt Plus3 Program. Outside of the classroom, I stay very active on campus and enjoy taking on leadership roles. I currently serve as the Risk Management Chair for my fraternity, Triangle, participate in…
Engineering Perspectives of the Renaissance and Sustainability
I was first introduced to the Florence Maymester program, Engineering Perspectives of the Renaissance and Sustainability, during my freshman year. As a freshman I was not eligible to go, so I saved it for a later summer. Now that I have nearly completed my sophomore year, I am beyond excited to get to attend this…
Ciao, Firenze!
The moment the plane took off, it finally hit me that I was leaving Florence. Leaving the cobblestone streets filled with art and music, leaving the museums where I would sit and sketch the sculptures. Leaving all of my amazing professors and classes, and the delicious food. Most of all, I was leaving behind the…
Bavaria Bound!
Hello! My name is Ellieana, and I am a sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh in the School of Business and Frederick Honors College, pursuing a double major in Global Management and Finance with a certificate in Nonprofit Management. When I first learned about the Plus3 Bavaria program, I was immediately drawn in. As a…