I’m a nontraditional student majoring in English writing with a minor in English literature. I’m planning to graduate from Pitt at the end of next year and then go on to graduate school, either for an MFA in creative writing or a PhD in literature. Ultimately, I’d like to pursue both degrees and eventually to…
Tag: Wyoming
Entering Wyoming
After a smooth trip to Denver and then a road trip with my group brought me to Laramie, Wyoming. My name is Liam Theodorakos a second year Bioengineering student taking part in the Writing Wyoming summer program. I chose this program to expand my horizons as well as learn more about people and how they…
Stromatolites in the Snowy Range
On July 14, our group visited the Snowy Range in Wyoming’s Medicine Bow Mountains, and the hike we ventured on was an immense success. A majority of the hike was focused on learning more about stromatolites, which to the average human will look like a basic brown rock but to a geologist, is one of,…
The Wild West Expedition
Hi! My name is Kevin Nybeck and I am a rising sophomore mechanical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. I was born and raised in Minnesota and graduated from Edina High School. This summer, I will be participating on the People and Other Animals – Writing Wyoming program in July!…
Galloping Away from Laramie
Laramie Wyoming taught me patience, reconnected me to nature, and gave me forever bonds. This has made me want to go back outside more when I go back to Pitt. You never what you might find just walking around. From animal bones to creeks being outdoors is amazing and a small part of my career…
Enjoying a Rodeo
During our last week of Wyoming, we went to the states rodeo which was an interesting experience. It was indeed a culture shock seeing the young calves getting ties up by lassos while trying to run away. Seeing them yanked by their necks and slammed to the ground was an uncomfortable feeling but slowly became…
Lessons in Wyoming and Moving Forward with the Rodeo of Life
As I pack up to prepare for the close of Wyoming: Intro to Field Methods program I realize this trip has taught me lessons useful to this merry-go-round of life. Lesson No 1: The adventures you always dreamed of are possible if you search for them. On one day our team drove through tall evergreen…
An Unforgettable Hike in the Snowy Mountains
During my time in Wyoming I have come to realize how fun an adventurous outdoorsy culture can be. A few days ago our crew headed up to the Snowy mountains. As we drove the flat plains shifted into hills scattered evergreen trees. Eventually forests surrounded us. As I stepped out of the car I found…
Changing to be a Cheyenne Chameleon
Amidst my journey from Pittsburgh to Wyoming I expect to learn professional ways of life I hadn’t considered before. The field aspect of this program, while part of what drew me in, is extremely novel to me. In embracing the upcoming journeys I expect to develop an adaptable energy. The days we spent in 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…