To say this was a trip of a lifetime is an understatement. It was truly a life changing experience that I will never forget and words can’t desribe how much it has meant to me. Going into this, I’m not sure what I was expecting, but the outcome went beyond any of my expectations. I…
Tag: India
Two Weeks Left in India!
Hey all! I am a little over halfway through the Himalayan Health program, and I’ve learned so much already. Last week, we finished up our anthropology course, Mountain and Medicine. In class, we learned about the environment, culture, and history of India and specifically Mussoorie. A couple weeks ago, we ventured out to Devalsari on…
Halfway Done in India!
Hey all! I’m just over halfway through my study abroad experience in Mussoorie, and I couldn’t be happier I decided on this trip. Since I arrived here in early May, I’ve done stunning backcountry hikes, sampled plenty of local food, and learned a lot about local and national culture and values. The pace of life…
All set for India!
Hello everyone! My name is Prethivika and I’m a rising junior. I’m a biology major on the pre-med track, with minors in chemistry, sociology, and Hindi. I’m beyond excited to be traveling to India this summer for my Himalayan Health study abroad program! Fun fact about me — I have three birds at home (2…
From the Himalayas to the Ganges
I’ve loved my time in India so far! I spent a lot of days hiking the mountains and taking in the 360 views of the mountains. A day here for me normally starts early in the morning. Most of the people in this program wake up around 6. I have woken up to see the…
Grace is headed to India!
Hi! My name is Grace Donato and I am a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh. I am currently majoring in Molecular Biology and am planning on pursuing a career in medicine. I am also minoring in Chemistry and earning the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine certificate. In my free time, I enjoy playing piano,…
Getting Ready to Go to India
My name is Janam Patel and I am studying abroad this summer in India. I just finished my junior year as a neuroscience and psychology major with a minor in chemistry. I am also pursuing a foundations of medicine certificate. I am currently on the premed track and plan on applying this summer. I am in the…
Preparing for India!
Hey everyone! My name is Bailey Garman and I just finished my sophomore year as a Natural Sciences/Pre-PA major in the College of General Studies. I am also pursuing a certificate in the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. Outside of school, you can usually find me in the gym or on the disc golf course. This…
Gal is going to India
Hi everyone my name is Gal Yovel and I will be studying abroad in India through the Himalayan Health program! I just finished my junior year and I am majoring in biology with a minor in chemistry, a certificate in conceptual foundations of medicine and a distinction in sustainability. I am leaving for India in…
Ben Travels to India
Ben Solomon, a senior majoring in Computer Science and Computational Biology with minors in Sustainability and Economics, is set to embark on a leadership-focused trip to the Indian Himalayas before commencing work at PNC Financial Services. Anticipating cultural enrichment and skill development, he aims to enhance his global perspective through this experience.