It’s been exactly eight days since I have been back home in the US, specifically my hometown of Latrobe PA. In between the constant unpacking, reunions, and being able to eat all the fast food I have missed , I’ve found myself reflecting back on my past five months abroad. Througout the month of May,…
Author: Abby
Hi! My name is Abby Cook, and I study political science and global policy with a certificate of environmental sustainability at Pitt. I plan to graduate in the spring of 2028!
Visitors in Belfast
Everyone was shocked when I announced I would be gone from January 2 until June 1. Out of every abroad program at Pitt, I just so happened to choose the longest one possible. At the beginning, I was a little nervous being away from all the people I know and love. Especially because I did…
Type B Traveler
Before coming to Belfast, I had never been abroad. My family vacations usually consisted of visiting my grandparents in MA or going to Myrtle Beach. As a matter of fact, I had only ever been on a plane a handful of times in my life. So, adjusting from my very limited travel and planning knowledge…
Learning Curve
A major reason why I chose Queens was to experience education in a different country. Upon enrolling in classes, I knew it would be difficult. However, I was a little surprised as to how different it would be over here, and the learning curve was real. The biggest difference is the grading system. In the…
Where is Belfast?
“Where, even, is Belfast?” That phrase was the most common I heard when I announced where I was studying abroad. Everyone expected me to study in a major city such as London or Paris, so they were confused as to why I chose Belfast, Northern Ireland. However, after nearly four months here, I can confidently…