Our program dove deep into healthcare, offering a whirlwind of eye-opening site visits and tours. We observed the innovative care and technologies at the Albert Schweitzer Geriatric Center, learned how the Marieambulanz Clinic offers free medical attention to uninsured migrants and asylum seekers, witnessed the profound compassion at the Vinzidorf Shelter for men with severe…
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Hallo Austria, it’s Ethan!
Hello! I’m Ethan, and I’m studying abroad in Austria and Slovenia for four weeks through the Comparative Healthcare in Graz Program. As I waited at gate B02 for my final connecting flight from Frankfurt to Graz, it hit me. It wasn’t the feeling of dread over whether I packed the right clothes, or even the…
Lost in Translation at the Crosswalk
On my first day in Lisbon, I was approaching a crosswalk, expecting cars to stop once they saw me, just like they did back in the US. I walked to the curb and made eye contact with a driver. However, nothing happened. The cars kept on going one after another without any hesitation, even when…
Wrapping Up In London
As I wrap up my internship in London, I have been reflecting on both my professional development and the kind of impact I hope to have through my career. Working with Carbon13, a venture capital firm focused on climate technology, has given me meaningful exposure to a sector that is rich with innovation. I had…
Infrastructure and Sustainability
Working in a climate-focused VC, sustainability is the most obvious difference between home and London that I interact with every day. A lot of what I’ve noticed has to do with urban planning and policy. London, with its size, density, and public investment, naturally performs better in these areas than a smaller city like Pittsburgh….
Learning to Love Larmie
Pittsburgh Pa, city life is extremely tame. The bustling city and the expansive construction are my norm. To the point I rarely go out except for an outing with friends or grocery shopping. Laramie Wyoming is quite the opposite. It is more of a town with great outdoor culture. Most of our visit will be…
Where The Tube Takes Me
I learned so much during my six weeks in London. More than anything, I learned how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. I applied and committed to going to London on my own, without knowing anyone and without ever having been to the country. I was nervous, but I embraced the feeling of being outside…
More Than Just A Meal
One aspect of London’s culture that I find especially interesting compared to Pittsburgh is the food culture. Food customs are different and unique everywhere, but I was particularly fascinated by how Londoners dine. First, there is pub culture versus American bar and restaurant culture. Pubs are places where people go to hang out. That could…
From Go-Go-Go To Go With The Flow
As an American, I’m always in a rush. I want to get to my destination the fastest way possible, get irritated when there’s a roadblock in my path, walk as fast as my little legs can take me, and feel anxious if I’m not at least ten minutes early. After arriving in London, I quickly…
London Is Calling!
I applied and committed to Pitt in London not knowing anyone and never having been to London before. I went to France in March, which made me even more excited for study abroad. A friend from home set me up with my roommate, who also goes to Pitt, which started to ease my concerns about…