I can confidently say that I’ve learned more—about history, about research methodology, about working collaboratively, and even about myself—in the past few months than I have in the past few years. The Brackenridge Fellowship is the essence of what undergraduate study should be: independent yet supported, rigorous but manageable, difficult but rewarding. The value one…
Tag: Summer 2023
The END–A comprehensive analysis of the Cyprus healthcare system and more
Cyprus, revered by the world as the “Playground of the Gods,” is undeniably beautiful. Situated in the midst of three continents, Cyprus has an inescapable charm from its humble waves and unbroken sunshine to its rich and diverse cultural environment. Knowing this, I initially chose to study abroad in Cyprus to broaden and mature my…
Communicating with a Broader Community
Being able to communicate my research is a crucial skill that allows my work to impact communities outside my own field. Having an understanding of the audience’s background and what they’re interested in helps you to tailor your message to them. The specific concept I’m talking about is fairly complicated, so I try to be…
On Waking from the Dream
Reflection is the art of consciousness. Descartes thought, therefore he was. I think, therefore I am. Of what value is an experience if it is never to be reflected upon? As a college student, I often pose this question to many of my peers, regarding the topic of untamed debauchery specifically. It’s typically a very…
Messages from Mexico
As seems always to be the case upon returning home, my time in Valladolid exists to me now only in flashes of my experiences and the people with whom I shared my time. Almost intangible, these memories flicker through my mind, but catching hold of one long enough to relive it feels nearly impossible. What…
Final Reflections From My Time In Florence
Buongiorno! Everything about studying abroad felt like it went by so fast. From leaving to spend a month in Florence, Italy to now writing my final blog post on the experience for the Pitt Honors Blog, it really went by in the blink of an eye. I think how quickly everything went by was what…
My Transformative Time in Switzerland
My time in my study abroad program Healthcare Delivery in Switzerland has been a fantastic experience that has left an indelible mark on my life. As I reflect upon my travel to Switzerland, I am grateful for the opportunity and personal growth this experience has brought me. Out of all the impressive aspects of Switzerland,…
The Speed of Slow Travel
My final blog at my fingertips. Before I get into my true closing reflection, I’ll note some quick ones: I tend to go into things as blindly as possible, so I can’t say I had any crazy surprises in terms of what Copenhagen and Stockholm had to offer. Looking inward though, I was extremely surprised…
So long, Spain!
It’s hard to believe that my time studying abroad in Spain has already come to an end, but I’m so grateful that I got to experience it! I participated in a month-long program where I studied at the University of Alcalá in a town near Madrid, Spain. One of my favorite aspects about my program…
Gabi’s Global Experience: Wrapup
As my study abroad trip to Brazil came to an end, I was filled with a lot of different emotions – I was both happy to be going home and also sad that my time in a new and exciting country was ending. The biggest surprises that came out of this experience were the richness…