One of the things I have enjoyed most about studying abroad in Milan is how easy it is to travel for a weekend and experience somewhere completely different. This weekend, I traveled to Slovenia, spending most of my time around Ljubljana and Lake Bled. I did not really know what to expect from Slovenia before…
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Working for the Weekend
One of the biggest differences I have noticed while living in Milan is how differently people can define professional success. In the United States, success is often closely tied to career progression. Getting promoted, earning a higher salary, taking on more responsibility, or building an impressive résumé are all commonly viewed as signs that someone…
Milan, So Far
After a long day of traveling, I finally made it to Milan, Italy! I’m Jake, a Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh, and I’ll be spending the fall semester studying abroad in Milan. I chose to study abroad in Milan because I wanted the chance to experience a completely different part of the…
Settling into Life in Northern Ireland and My First Week of Travel in Europe
Settling into Northern Ireland has been very enjoyable! Being here for a month now, I have gotten into a rhythm for my three modules (courses) and am developing a social life with the new friends I have made thus far. Exploring Belfast and the pub culture here has been enjoyable, as well as a good…