Settling into Northern Ireland has been very enjoyable! Being here for a month now, I have gotten into a rhythm for my three modules (courses) and am developing a social life with the new friends I have made thus far. Exploring Belfast and the pub culture here has been enjoyable, as well as a good…
Reflecting on an Incredible Week in Iceland
It’s hard to believe that I’m back here in Pittsburgh after the most incredible trip to Iceland. I’m sitting here reflecting on the entire trip and all I can think is how much I want to go back. A week was certainly not enough to experience all that Iceland has to offer, but it gave…
Learning Beyond the Classroom: My Journey in Florence
Beyond the academic opportunities this program offers, I see this global experience as a chance to grow into a more confident, adaptable, and globally minded version of myself. Within the last two months, I have already had the opportunity to visit six new countries and even go on my first solo trip to Paris! Studying…
Settling into Firenze
Hi everyone! My name is Natasha Montesdeoca, and I am currently a junior at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. At Pitt, I am the Business Manager for the Pitt Dance Ensemble, and I am also a member of Ballet Club at Pitt, Fashion Business Association, and the Chi Omega…
Checking in from Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland!
It’s my 5th day in Iceland and I’m staying in Kirkjubæjarklaustur for the night. Yes, its a real town name, no I do not know how to actually pronounce it. It translates to church on the farm with the cloister, since that is exactly what was here! Icelandic is a very literal language, which certainly…
First Days in Seoul
Hello from Seoul! My name is Sarah Yang, and I am a sophomore studying computer science at SCI. After an extended month-and-a-half winter break, in late February, I finally embarked on my journey to study at Korea University for the Spring 2026 semester! Boarding the plane for my 17-hour flight felt surreal. Essentially, a year…
Bienvenue à Paris !
Hi! My name is Mia Falbo, and I am a junior studying Electrical Engineering with a certificate in Transatlantic Studies. This semester, I am participating in the French-American Exchange Program (FAME) in Cergy, France! There were several aspects of FAME that made it the ideal program for me. Primarily, the program is designed specifically for…
Josh Landed in Iceland!
After a bit of a long start and flight delays, I made it to Reykjavik, Iceland! I’m Josh Puerzer, I am a fourth-year Mechanical Engineering student and a part of the Sustainable Engineering in Iceland spring break trip. I chose this trip since I have always wanted to travel to Iceland. I find it fascinating…
Bits and Pieces of London
Hello! My name is Keerthi Girish and I am participating in the GBI London program for the Spring 2026 semester. I am a sophomore in the College of Business Administration, majoring in Finance and Business Analytics with a certificate in Digital Media. I initially applied to the GBI London program because I believe that studying…
Growing in Community and Myself within London
Going abroad for the first time was terrifying. When I arrived in my flat, I had so many different thoughts. I did not know how to use public transportation, who I would meet, or how my classes would go. However, time has taught me how to adapt to a new community. Within my school, I…