During my time in Suriname, I truly learned what public health threats were evident within the nation of Suriname and how to tackle those issues both for Suriname and the United States as well. Issues like health access which are directly tied to other issues like transportation, were eye-opening to witness firsthand. It was my…
Suriname vs USA
Being in Suriname was a far different experience compared to being in the US, let alone Pittsburgh. For one there is not a uniform bus system in which you can safely travel anywhere freely. In Pittsburgh we have the PRT system which makes it a lot easier to travel back and forth around the city….
Community in Suriname
Finding community was a different experience in Suriname. As I had known a couple people within the program who like me were Public Health majors within the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health, however, even with that I had to go beyond and make connections with the communities there. During our time in Suriname,…
Difference in Culture in Suriname
In Suriname I felt like the people were more warming and easier to engage in conversation with. I think sometimes in the United States, people tend to stay to themselves and won’t always be willing to engage in conversation. It was a different feeling having that change immediately with such little time to adjust. Although…
Great Times in the Tetons
Looking back on my time in Wyoming, I am most grateful for the opportunity to spend time in such a beautiful place while using the class as an opportunity to expand my creative horizons and explore new things. Before this program, I thought of myself as strictly a prose writer. I was interested in poetry,…
Hunting and Conservation in Dubois, Wyoming
One part of Wyoming culture that interested me was the relationship between hunting and wildlife conservation. During our visit to the National Bighorn Sheep Center in Dubois, I learned that these two pursuits are closely connected parts of the local culture. Bighorn sheep were represented throughout the museum as wildlife in need of protection, but…
Back from the West!
It is bittersweet to be heading back from Wyoming and the amazing study afar trip I participated in there. I, however, am excited to apply all that I learned in and outside of the classroom in the upcoming semesters at Pitt. This class really has solidified my desire to major in Anthropology and to explore…
Força Portugal!!!
Growing up I’ve always had an affinity for fútbol, or should I say soccer. So, when it came to me being in Portugal for the world cup, I was very excited. In the past, I had traveled to see my favorite team, Barcelona, play in Spain, but this time it seemed as if it was…
Reflections on London
Now that I’m back from England and have had time to think about what I achieved and learned during my internship, it’s time to share my reflections. I think the most impactful lesson that I learned during my study abroad program was about myself. Being in a new country means nothing if all you do…
Reflecting on Brussels
My study abroad experience has come to a close in Brussels, Belgium, and I have learned a lot from this experience, inside and outside of the classroom. A great takeaway from inside the classroom that I learned while studying abroad is that it pays off to go outside of your comfort zone when it comes…