Hi guys, this is Sidra Zammam, and my time in London has sadly come to an end. This has truly been the best summer of my life, and I can say that with conviction. Meeting new people, visiting new places, and getting to experience an unfamiliar healthcare system has been enriching. I’ve made friends that…
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Paris Holds the Key!
Hi everyone! This is Sidra Zammam. During my trip to London, I recently had the good fortune of visiting Paris for a weekend. I knew before embarking on my trip that if I didn’t do this, I would regret it for the rest of my life. When my roommates and I were planning this out,…
The Dog Days of London
She told me to expect lots of rain and cloudy, cool days. A classic London summer, said my mother. Her word is usually very believable and backed by science. So, without hesitation, I packed my coat, rain jacket, and rain boots. However, since landing at Heathrow I’ve used my umbrella exactly once for ten minutes….
Coffee and Condiments in the UK
Good Morning! This is Sidra Zammam, and for my second post, I’ll be going over what’s really important and on everyone’s mind: coffee and condiments in the UK. Coffee is a large part of our culture and can turn an otherwise uneventful and dreary day into an extraordinary one. Wow, you say, one bean does…
Sidra’s First Week in London
Hi Reader! My name is Sidra Zammam. I’m currently a rising Junior at Pitt majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Arabic. I’m studying abroad this summer in London for two whole months (June-August)! I’m on the pre-med track, which is why when I was researching summers abroad this past fall, I didn’t want to let…