I was expecting classes to be relatively the same to the ones at back home, but it’s really different. One of the most obvious differences is the location of where my classes take place in London. The CAPA center is located in a bustling area in the heart of London. And the center itself just…
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Living in London
While in London, I am living in an apartment complex called Sutherland in Maida Vale. I am living with 5 other girls from different universities that are from mainly the northeastern part of the United States. Our neighborhood is in a very posh area that is also very residential. All the houses and apartments have…
My Goals for the Semester in London
I have many varying goals that I have set for myself in preparation for coming to London. This is because I have always been somewhat of a planner, I need to write things down to ensure that I accomplish them. There is something about handwriting your hopes and dreams that makes them come true. At…
Preparing For My Adventure in London
Hi there, I am Kimberly Chen and I am a junior at the business school at the University of Pittsburgh. I am double majoring in finance and business information systems with a certificate in business analytics. I chose this combination because I like working with numbers and solving problems. Also I would like to work…
Reflecting on my Expectations
I think studying abroad is the perfect example of “you can never predict the future.” I say this not in a discouraging or negative way, but in a way that emphasizes how much my expectations have changed from before I got here to now. As I’m in week 6 of being in Melbourne, I reflect…
Built-in Friends: Navigating University Accommodation
When the University of Melbourne first gave me options for on-campus housing three months ago, I closed my eyes, pressed random buttons, and hoped for the best. Overwhelmed with decisions, I decided that no matter where I ended up getting placed, I’d be able to figure it out. Fortunately, I was right, and I would…
Mapping Out my Goals
I’ve lived in Pennsylvania my entire life. From Philly suburbs growing up to Pittsburgh for college, I have route I-76 memorized like the palm of my hand. Though it has been convenient to always be 5 hours from home, having that privilege has sheltered me. Several people I went to middle and high school with…
No, I Will Not Box a Kangaroo
Upon hearing that my semester long study abroad is taking place in Melbourne, Australia, around 98% of people asked if I could box a kangaroo and send video footage (the other 2% asked for a selfie with a koala). Honestly, I don’t blame them. When I first applied in October, I didn’t really know what…
College Xoice Wrap-Up
I learned and grew my skills exponentially through this internship. I’m extremely glad that I was chosen for this role and for this company! Working at a small tech startup, specifically with a smaller team, has made me realize how important communication is. In the beginning of the semester, my fellow intern and I spent…
My Internship Experience so far…
The College Xoice application is intended to aid high school students in deciding what college to attend. It is specifically geared towards first-generation college students and school districts in need of assistance. Currently, the main goal of the team this semester is to drive up traction on social media and continue to improve upon the…