Hello! My name is Colette and I am a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh pursuing a dual degree in Accounting and Finance. I’m originally from right outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, so coming to Pitt was definitely an adjustment at first. I remember being really nervous about stepping into something new and unfamiliar, but over time, I ended up loving it. Proving to myself that…
En route to Graz!
Hi everyone! My name is Bryn McCall and I just finished up my junior year at Pitt as a Natural Sciences major on the pre-physician assistant track. With a quick turnaround from a busy finals season, I’m on my way to begin the Comparative Healthcare in Graz program! I’ve been hoping to be a part…
Arriving in Brussels
Hi! Bonjour! Hallo! My name is Bao. I am a Mathematics-Economics major, and a rising Junior. I have arrived in Brussels to study European Union governance and policymaking. I chose this experience because I want to pursue a career in economic policy, and thus, having a comparative education on one of the world’s most influential…
Experiencing Sport Culture in Germany
During my time in Germany, I have had a few opportunities to experience the sport culture. Last week, I attended my second professional basketball game here in Heidelberg (proud to report that the Heidelberg Academics won both times that I was present), and in October I attended a professional soccer (or, football, as you would…
Off to Vietnam!
I’m officially heading to Vietnam for the Pitt Business Plus3 program, and I couldn’t be more excited. This trip is a big deal for me because it’s my first time traveling to Asia, and I chose this specific program because Vietnam is such a fascinating case study in business right now. It is an incredibly…
Next Stop: Belfast!
Hi! My name is Jacob, and I just finished my first year at the University of Pittsburgh. I’m studying Environmental Science, and outside of the classroom I’m passionate about hands-on sustainability work! I am involved in clubs like the Conservation Club and Plant to Plate, where I get to turn my passion for sustainability into…
Pittsburgh to Belfast
Hi! I’m Charlotte DeVoir and I just finished my first year at the University of Pittsburgh. I am currently majoring in biological sciences and pursuing the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine certificate. I am also a part of the Frederick Honors College and the Nu Chapter of Alpha Epsilon Phi. In the following weeks, I will…
Heading to Brussels
Hi! My name is Melena, and I just finished my second year at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. My major is Applied Mathematics, and I have two minors in Actuarial Science and International Studies. I am part of the Governance and Policy in Brussels study abroad program this summer. I chose this experience because,…
Landed in Bavaria!
There’s a version of this introduction where I explain Munich as a purely logical choice: it’s a global city, it has a distinct legal and civic culture, studying abroad looks good on a law school application. All of that is true. But it’s also the less interesting truth. I’m Emerson, a pre-law student at the…
Bella in Berlin
Hi! My name is Bella, and I just finished my freshman year at the University of Pittsburgh. I’m also part of the Frederick Honors College and am pursuing majors in both Neuroscience and Anthropology. Outside of class, I participate in Alzheimer’s research and am involved in Pitt’s MEDLIFE chapter. I can also always be found…