This marks the last week of my program. While I am excited to return to my air-conditioned house with a room to myself that is bigger than a closet, I will be incredibly sad to leave. Despite only living here for six weeks, I feel I have learned and grown immensely both in and outside the…
Author: Ayza
Hi! My name is Ayza Sayany and I am a junior, but planning to graduate December 2025, studying Psychology with a business minor and a sports studies certificate! I am originally from Cherry Hill, NJ. When I graduate, I plan to get my masters in marketing and then work in consumer behavior and market research!
“I look in People’s Windows” – Taylor Swift: A Window Into the Interactions of Londoners
Now that I have been in London for a few weeks, I’ve begun to notice a few differences between here and America. Unlike the title suggests, I have definitely not been literally looking in people’s windows, but I do spend much of my time on the tube, in parks, and other spaces full of people,…
“Driving the Getaway Car?” -Taylor Swift: Cultural Differences and Driving in the UK
Upon arriving in London, my first “aha” moment came almost immediately. Since I am studying abroad in England, an english speaking country, I did not experience the immediate stark language difference to clue me into being in a different country as my peers around the world did. However, almost being hit by a car about…
“I Guess you’re in London Today!” – Taylor Swift: The debut album of my journey
Hi everyone! My name is Ayza and I am a junior at Pitt studying psychology and business. I am from South Jersey, right outside of Philadelphia, and this is my first time ever traveling alone! This experience is definitely daunting, but, as the oldest daughter often in charge of planning family trips and events, I…