Hi! My name is Ben Wallis and I’m a third-year Molecular Biology major on the London Pre-Health Internships program. I will be interning at King’s College Hospital for the next two months in the Culture and Organizational Development department. I chose this program because of the unique opportunity it held: getting to experience and learn…
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Ria’s leaving Chicago to go to London!
Hi! My name is Ria Karwande and I am an upcoming Junior at the University of Pittsburgh. I am studying Biological Sciences, with a minor in Chemistry, and two certificates in Conceptual Foundations of Medicine and Global Health. I am on the pre-medicine track, and hope to go to medical school to become a physician…
Jaira’s Journey Across the Pond
Hello! I’m Jaira Pierre-Louis, an incoming junior studying Poltical Science. Around campus, I’m involved with Chi Omega, work as a pathfinder, and Women in Law. I am incredibly excited for the opportunity to utilize my summer studying abroad. In fact, excited is an understatement. While a part of me is intimidated to be thrown in…
Public Transport in London
As I am wrapping up my time in London, I have been reflecting on some of the aspects of this trip that I will miss when I make my return back to the United States. The most standout aspect is definitely the sheer accessibility and availability of public transport. The most popular choice of transport…
Soft Skills I learned in London
Wow. It is hard to believe that I only have two weeks left of the semester. These past few months have been truly transformative and unforgettable. As the first in my family to attend college and study abroad, I am really grateful for this opportunity. I knew going abroad would be a challenge, but I…
Cheers, London
It feels like a week ago when I first got to London, not knowing many people, and curious about how these next few months would go. Now at this point, with just two weeks to go, all I can say is wow. These last few months have changed my life in ways I couldn’t have…
Studying and London
During my time in London, I’ve gotten to see numerous landmarks and experience the history of the city through its museums and parks. While sightseeing has been a very significant experience during my time here, I also have learned a lot about the culture here from studying at Richmond American University London. I am taking…
Back to Where It All Started
Growing up, my dad always preached the importance of family. He’s always been very interested in tracing our ancestry and tracking down old documentation to better understand where we come from. In fact, both of my given names are from my family history. My first name, Ryan, means “Little King” in Gaelic. My middle name,…
Experiencing the Many Cultures of Europe
London has been amazing so far, and I am so happy about all of the amazing memories that I have had during my time here so far! The city has a rich history with many buildings that have stood here for hundreds of years and played an important part in history. On the other head,…
Transportation in Europe
A big aspect of the culture I have been reflecting on in London is the focus on work-life balance. Within my classes, I spend more time on larger projects that combine concepts I have learned throughout the semester. This makes sure that I am engaged and learning the content in my classes, but also gives…