During our third week in Scotland, the group embarked on a Scottish adventure across the Fife coast and southern Highlands. Bright and early, we were off with the Little Treasures tour crew, Penny and Harry. As a tour guide, Penny was the perfect storyteller and super sweet throughout the entire excursion. Most importantly, Harry was…
Tag: Spring 2026
Seoul Searching: Three Months In
Annnyeonghaseyo from Seoul! After completing over halfway through my study abroad, I thought I would provide an update. These past couple of weeks have been busy with studying, projects, and exams for my various classes. It was midterm season at Korea University. Since I took a lighter course load this semester, I have not completely…
A Wee Scottish Adventure
About a week into the trip, we had our first free day without any scheduled activities. So, I bought tickets to go on a bus tour through the Highlands from Edinburgh. Another student, Katelyn, joined me on the excursion, helping us to get to know each other better. The tour was operated by Highland Experience…
Ecuduor Final Thoughts
Welcome back, traveler, it’s hard to believe this journey is finally coming to an end. As I sit and reflect on everything we experienced throughout Ecuador and the Amazon, I realize this trip became so much more than just a study abroad program. From hiking volcanoes and swimming through waterfalls to living alongside the Waorani…
McKenna’s Magical Month in Scotland
Hi everyone, I’m McKenna! I’m a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh, with a double major in Economics and History and a minor in Law, Criminal Justice, and Society. Alongside this, I am completing a certificate in Medieval and Renaissance Studies and another in Public and Professional Writing. This month I traveled to Edinburgh…
Defining success in Argentina
Hello all! This is Sam, 3 months into my spring semester in Buenos Aires, Argentina. A big part of my experience so far has been noting cultural differences and comparing life in Argentina to life in the US. I make observations in daily life, learn about the culture from my professors, and have conversations with…
Ella’s Edinburgh Era
Hiya everyone! My name is Ella Duke, and I am a rising senior at the University of Pittsburgh studying Law, Criminal Justice, and Society(LCJS) with a focus in Human Rights and Social Justice. This May, I am in Edinburgh to learn more about the history of Magic & Witchcraft in Scotland. This program follows the…
Exploring Pittsburgh and Belfast!
Hi! My name Vega and I just completed my first year at the University of Pittsburgh in the Frederick Honors College. I am studying Neuroscience and planning to minor in Public Policy. This summer, I’m participating in the FHC Frederick Firsts’ Social Roots of Medical Innovation program. This is a two-week program split between Pittsburgh…
Weekend Ski Trip in Chamonix!
One of the best parts about living in France is how drastically the landscape changes depending on where you go. In Paris, everything feels relatively flat and urban, but just a few hours away, the towering peaks of the French Alps completely transform the scenery. As someone who loves staying active and spending time outdoors,…
Communication Barriers
Living in Italy has made me much more aware of the importance of communication, especially when it comes to greetings and the level of formality. One thing that I initially noticed when I first arrived was how important it was to greet people properly. Every single time you walk into a store, restaurant, or any…