I can’t believe that I am already done with two weeks of my eight week study abroad. I have been so lucky to do so much and learn so much in the last two weeks. My first day in London I was able to do the Hop on Hop off bus tour which was my…
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Landed: London
Nice to meet you! My name is Marlisse, a rising senior on the Pre-PA Natural Sciences track. I am currently in the beginning stages of my internship at King’s College Hospital in London. I chose this experience for a multitude of reasons. Still, it really boils down to a few: I want to learn the…
Ben Got His Keys to a London Flat!
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…
Hello from London!
Hi everyone! My name is Jerry, and I’m writing this from my second day in London, feeling still a little jet-lagged but plenty excited about what lies ahead. I’m a Rehabilitation Science major with a Pathokinesiology certificate. I am on a pre-physical therapy path and plan to become a physical therapist. Outside of academics, I…
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…