Learning Beyond the Classroom: My Journey in Florence

Beyond the academic opportunities this program offers, I see this global experience as a chance to grow into a more confident, adaptable, and globally minded version of myself. Within the last two months, I have already had the opportunity to visit six new countries and even go on my first solo trip to Paris! Studying…

Settling into Firenze

Hi everyone! My name is Natasha Montesdeoca, and I am currently a junior at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. At Pitt, I am the Business Manager for the Pitt Dance Ensemble, and I am also a member of Ballet Club at Pitt, Fashion Business Association, and the Chi Omega…

Viví la Pura Vida en Costa Rica!

The past two weeks flew by so quickly; I can’t believe my study abroad experience is already over! I have learned so much in such a short amount of time and am incredibly appreciative of the people I have met and the memories we have made together on this trip. I had the opportunity to…

Halfway through Costa Rica!

Hi everyone! I’m posting this blog a little later than halfway through the trip, but I will still go into detail about my experiences at the midway point, living “la pura vida” in Costa Rica! Halfway through the trip, I reflect on everything I have done so far and can’t help but feel incredibly appreciative…

Natasha is off to Costa Rica!

Hola! My name is Natasha Montesdeoca and I am a rising sophomore in the College of Business Administration and the David C. Frederick Honors College, pursuing a degree in Marketing, as well as a Digital Media Certificate. I am involved in many amazing clubs and organizations across the university, such as the Pitt Dance Ensemble,…