Our first week was packed with lectures and many tours. We kicked off with a citywide tour that was full of history and observing the lifestyle of the people in Graz. It was very different than my hometown in New Jersey, with people mostly using public transportation, bicycles, and walking instead of using cars. There…
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Farewell for Now: Reflecting on My Unforgettable Journey Through Austria and Slovenia
Hallo! Zdravo! My study abroad experience in Austria and Slovenia has finally come to an end and as I reflect on it, I can say that it profoundly shaped my outlook on healthcare and will significantly influence my future career as a dentist. The knowledge and skills I gained during this journey will be invaluable…
A Day in the Life in Graz and Maribor
Hi everyone! I have waited to make this second post, because I wanted to be able to write about both the Austrian and Slovenian communities that I have come to know and cherish. Writing this blog post in Austria would be an injustice to Slovenia, as both countries have a vivid lifestyle. Living in both…
Halfway Through My Austrian Adventure!
Hey guys! I’m officially halfway through this amazing program in Graz and I have loved every second of it! Throughout these past two weeks, I have learned a lot of valuable lessons in regards to healthcare and the history of Austria. I have also had immense self-growth and learned how to be independent in a…
From Pitt to Graz, Starting My European Adventure
Hey everyone, my name is Stuti Panchal, and I am a rising senior at Pitt! I am a pre-medical Neuroscience major with minors in Chemistry and French, and I am also pursuing the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine certificate. Originally from New Jersey, I chose Pitt for its amazing STEM resources. At Pitt, I am a…