Reflecting on Belfast

Sitting in my room back at home, I find myself reflecting back on my time in Belfast. It doesn’t feel real that I was just there less than a week ago, and yet somehow it feels like it changed something in me. I’ll be honest: I didn’t fully know what to expect going into this…

A Wee Culture Shock in Belfast

Before visiting Belfast, I assumed the transition would be easy. Same language, broadly similar culture, I wasn’t expecting much of an adjustment. But it didn’t take long to realize I was wrong. The moment that made it real was stepping off the pavement and instinctively looking the wrong way before crossing the road. Beyond the…

Next Stop: Belfast!

Hi! My name is Jacob, and I just finished my first year at the University of Pittsburgh. I’m studying Environmental Science, and outside of the classroom I’m passionate about hands-on sustainability work! I am involved in clubs like the Conservation Club and Plant to Plate, where I get to turn my passion for sustainability into…