This week marks about a month and a half into my study abroad semester in Ireland! I have really loved getting to know Dublin and Ireland in general. This past weekend, I visited Cork—another city in Ireland known for its food and its proximity to Blarney Castle and Gardens. I spent about two days exploring…
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First Few Weeks at Trinity College Dublin!
This is my third week of classes at Trinity College Dublin! While in Ireland, I am taking 3 classes and working in a part-time hybrid internship at the Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland (RSAI). The three classes I am taking are Introduction to Fixed Income Securities and Alternative Investments, International Finance, and Business in…
Hello from Dublin!
Hi everyone! My name is Maddie McCann-Colvard, and I am currently studying at Trinity College Dublin this semester. Back at Pitt, I am majoring in Finance, minoring in Studio Arts, and earning certificates in Leadership & Ethics and Nonprofit Management. I chose this combination of academic interests to reflect my long-term career goal of working…
Ideas of the Island: Ireland & Beyond
Hello! Lauren here, with a reflection back on my 2 weeks spent in Ireland during the month of May. My program, Cultural Immersion in Ireland, consisted of largely outside the classroom experiences that allowed us to engage with the Irish land, culture, and people. In both Dublin and Galway, we experienced walking tours through the…
The Gift of Galway
Hello! Lauren back again with my biggest a-ha moment of my time spent abroad in Ireland! The first 5 days of my trip were spent in Dublin, which although it has stark differences from home–being cleaner and more walkable, still feels very similar to a mid-size American city. The city was still filled with tourists,…
Off to Ireland!: A First Step Abroad
*Written just before leaving for Ireland on May 10th, includes pictures from my departure and arrival As the days grow nearer for my trip to Ireland, I feel myself becoming both more excited and more nervous. This will not only be my first trip to Ireland, but my first trip abroad, my first time on…
So Long Ireland !
The beauty and diversity of this world are the reasons why I wake up to fight and work hard every day. Growing up, I had the privilege of being shown the vast, incredible land and water of the Earth by my parents. These experiences formed some of my top values, such as family, traveling, education,…
Leaving Ireland
I had an amazing summer in Ireland! During my stay, I traveled to all four provinces of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales. I saw terrific castles, old ruins, and beautiful natural views. I also loved going to many towns throughout Ireland. A couple of my favorite towns I saw were Westport, Kilkenny, and…
Farewell to Dublin!
My week in Ireland has been full of enriching cultural and academic experiences. I got the opportunity to attend an international conference, the World Association of Infant Mental Health Congress, and learn about topics in the psychological field from some of the pioneers in the field. Coming into this abroad program, I had an interest…
Bye to Dublin
I have officially completed the Dublin International Internship Program at Pitt. After months of preparation, and two months of participation, it feels surreal that I have finished my study abroad program. After being away for two months, it’s difficult to conceptualize the entire experience; I feel like I can only reflect on it parts…