I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to join the wonderful students on this past Plus3 program to the Netherlands. It has been a valuable experience that I believe has made me both a better student and a better traveler. This trip was a growing opportunity in many areas for us as students, both academically…
Author: Zoe
Hey y'all! My name is Zoe Bergschneider, and I'm coming from Raleigh, North Carolina! As a second-year Frederick Honors College Student at the University of Pittsburgh, I am studying Economics, and Politics & Philosophy. I am on track to graduate in the spring of 2028 and am looking to attend law school after graduation. I am beyond excited to explore what the Netherlands has to share, both culturally and academically!
Urban Jungle: Nature in a Dutch Urban Setting
One of the areas that I felt drawn to as a comparison to Pittsburgh quality of life was the ease of access to green spaces and the common incorporation of the environment in an urban setting. For major cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Pittsburgh, it can be difficult to maintain a level of balance between…
“Welkom In Nederland”- Welcome to The Netherlands!
For this global experience, I am excited to widen both my growing professional network with those both within and outside my chosen area of study, as well as develop a more multifaceted view on any traditional schooling I have had up until now. The program provides a unique opportunity for myself as a pre-law student…
Southern Roots, Dutch Routes!
Hey y’all! My name is Zoe Bergschneider, a rising second-year student from North Carolina! I am studying Economics, Politics & Philosophy in the Honors College, on the Pre-Law track. I am a researcher with the Pittsburgh Policy Initiative and a co-chair on the Honors College Student Council for Admissions and Alumni Relations. I am also…