Cyprus, revered by the world as the “Playground of the Gods,” is undeniably beautiful. Situated in the midst of three continents, Cyprus has an inescapable charm from its humble waves and unbroken sunshine to its rich and diverse cultural environment. Knowing this, I initially chose to study abroad in Cyprus to broaden and mature my…
Author: Aqsa Owais
Navigating a New Environment–A Classic Case of Culinary Cyprus Culture Shock
While I expected to navigate a new environment and culture in Cyprus, I did not expect the process to begin at 7:30 AM sharp on our first full day in the country. At 7:30 AM, I left the hotel and crossed the street to the restaurant in front it for breakfast. While I was not…
Introductions–Cyprus and Me
Hi everyone! My name is Aqsa Owais and I am a rising sophomore at the Swanson School of Engineering majoring in Bioengineering with a certificate in Global Health. I am in the Guaranteed Admit Program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine with my end goal being becoming a practicing physician-scientist in a surgical specialty. I chose to study abroad in Cyprus to broaden and mature my understanding of the world.