I can’t believe that my study abroad program in Portugal has less than 2 weeks left. Although I wish I had more time here to explore and visit other parts of the country, one of the most important things that I will miss and the driving factor for my decision to study in Portugal will…
Tag: Gizelle Salsa
Postcard from Porto
Hi!! I have just returned to Lisbon after spending the loveliest weekend in Porto. Although the study abroad program has taken us outside of Lisbon to Setúbal, Arrábida, and Ribatejo, this was my first full weekend outside of Lisbon and my first trip solely organized by fellow students. My internship supervisors at the Portuguese Council…
Lisbon: Early Reflections
Deciding to pursue an internship in Lisbon was a big step for me, especially as a college student with very little experience being away from home. Ever since I received the news in January that I would be living in a new country for almost the entire summer, I had been mentally preparing myself for…
From Pittsburgh to Portugal
Hello! My name is Gizelle and I am a sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh pursuing degrees in political science and economics, along with a certificate in human rights and social justice. This summer, I will be participating in the FHC Portugal internship program, and I am incredibly excited to begin this journey! As a…