As I rap up my final days in Florence, I am looking back on all of the amazing things I have seen and gotten to experience since being here. I stepped out of my comfort zone and was able to meet so many amazing people from Pitt and beyond who have made a lasting impact…
Author: Haley Schantzenbach
Hi everyone! My name is Haley Schantzenbach and I am originally from Allentown, PA. I just finished my sophomore year at Pitt Business where I am studying Accounting with a certificate in Leadership and Ethics. After I graduate in December of 2026, I plan to take a semester off to study for the CPA Exam and then start for a public accounting firm in their audit department.
New Look at Sustainability
Every since I arrived in Florence, I have been extremely surprised by the amount of focus the people of Florence have on sustainability. On every street, there are multiple different trash cans all labeled for different things such as plastic, glass, compostables, packaging, and more. The residents here take time to separate all of these…
OMG I’m in Florence
My first “wow” moment came when I visited the Galleria dell’ Accademia where Michelangelo’s David is located. This is something I grew up learning about in art and history courses and actually seeing it in person was a surreal experience. This gallery was full of beautiful Renaissance artwork that really speaks to the rich history…
Falling in Love with Firenze
Hi my name is Haley Schantzenbach and I am a rising Junior majoring in Accounting with a certificate in Leadership and Ethics. I am doing the 6 week Global Business Institute through Pitt Business that takes place in Florence. While I am here I will be taking 6 credits worth of classes and treasuring all…