After taking me around two countries and several historic cities to see castles, cathedrals, locally-run companies, museums, and so much more, my study abroad experience came to a close. The three week-long program was physically and mentally draining, and in the first few days after I got back I felt a thick fog in my…
Community Reflection: Business, Technology, and Engineering the German Way
We had a very busy first week filled with unique experiences such as a hike in the Alps, company site visits, and multiple different types of lectures. I have already learned so much about Munich academically, socially, and culturally, and I look forward to continuing to explore the city! The first comparison that comes to…
Ahoj! Eliana is in Prague
Hello! My name is Eliana Goodman (she/her) and I am participating in the International Internship Program (IIP) in Prague, Czech Republic this summer. A little bit about me: I am a rising senior at the University of Pittsburgh in the College of Business Administration and the Frederick Honors College. I have a triple major in…
Jill’s in Munich check-in!
I’m a little behind the ball on this post, but I think time has been absolutely flying in Munich! My life here so far has been amazing and I can’t wait to see what else I have in store before I go back to the states! Life in Munich has been really interesting. I can’t…
Auf Wiedersehen, Munich!
Wow — I can’t believe it is already done! After taking some time to settle back in from the trip, I now am reflecting (and reminiscing) everything that we did. SUMMARY This trip was nothing short of transformative. While in-country, we attended industrial engineering lectures on various topics, including ergonomics, lean production, and German business…
Ciao Florence
I got back yesterday, and I am in my post Italian depression. Is that a thing? If it wasn’t, it is now. When my program advisor Lorenzo told us that we would never look at life the same after only one month in Italy, I did not believe him. But now I see why. Every…
Experiencing München!
Hallo zusammen! I am having a wonderful time in Munich! The city is so richly steeped in history, with something beautiful to see around every corner. Through my program I am taking two classes: a language class and a culture class. Because the language class starts at 8:30a, I wake up every morning at 6:30a….
Munich: A Reflection
Sevus! Now that I’ve settled back in the states, I have had the opportunity to fully reflect on the time I spent in Germany. While I was there, I had the opportunity to experience Bavarian culture and learn about the German manufacturing and automotive industry. With company visits and collaborative projects, I even had the…
“You’re going where?”
Hello! My name is Kyr Goyette, and I’m heading off to the Tarvagatai Valley in Mongolia this week to assist two Pitt PhD students with their archeological research and work on my own project establishing a reference set of medicinal plants to be used in further archeological analysis. Describing my summer plans to my friends…
Goodbye, Vietnam!
Having returned from my Vietnam travels, I see the two weeks I spent overseas as an unforgettable experience. The trip began with a warm welcome from students and staff at the University of Economics and Finance (UEF), setting the tone for the rest of my stay. Throughout the trip, I got to know many Vietnamese…