Sending a Warm “Doei Doei” to Amsterdam

It’s been about 2 weeks since my return from Amsterdam, and I will admit, it’s been rough going from cycling alongside elegant rowhouses and scenic canals to being confined to carpooling through the American suburbs. Although I had to say goodbye to my temporary home of Amsterdam Noord and (begrudgingly) return my rental bike, my…

Living and Learning in Amsterdam!

Hallo! I’ve just wrapped up my third week in Amsterdam, and I have loved every minute of my time here. I have begun to feel more at home in Amsterdam, finding my favorite parks and cafes, creating a “mental map” with my personal routes and landmarks, and biking throughout the city without the help of…

Exploring Sustainability and Equity in Amsterdam

Hi! My name is Marley Pinsky. I just finished my first year at Pitt, where I am majoring in Politics-Philosophy and Urban Planning and minoring in Spanish. I am also interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Philosophy and researching development and urban renewal in Pittsburgh. I am involved at Pitt as a member of Student…