And That’s a Wrap

Now that my time in London is ending, I can reflect on the past 4 months abroad. Studying abroad was something that I had always dreamt about and knew that it was something I wanted to partake in during my 4 years of college. Neither of my parents studied abroad, and they had always told…

Dear Me

Dear Pre-Departure Me, It’s hard to believe that the adventure I always knew I wanted to embark on is one I am living. As my time studying abroad in London comes to an end, I want to take a second to look back on everything I’ve learned and seen and how I have changed. Thinking…

Here & there

Studying abroad in London and interning with a PR fashion company has been a great opportunity for both personal and professional growth and I feel so lucky to be in this position. With this experience, I have gained soft and hard skills, learned to navigate the cultural differences, and gained a deeper understanding of myself…

The Railways of London

Interning with Platform Creative while studying abroad in London has been an exciting and life-changing experience. However, there have been challenges with adjusting to a new culture on both a personal and professional level. I’ve had to pick up new skills and adapt to the demands of working in London. Understanding communication styles and professional…

The London Life

Here in London I am taking 3 classes and participating in the 20 hr a week internship, so it truly feels like I am a working London local. My internship this semester is with a public relations fashion company called Platform Creative. Platform is a creative agency specializing in public relations, brand management, and design….

A Semester in London

Hello everyone! My name is Caroline Collier. I am a junior, majoring in marketing and supply chain management. In the future, I hope to have a career in marketing where I can be creative and help clients’ ideas come to life. At Pitt, I am a member of the American Marketing Association, where I am…

A Life Changing Experience

Now that I am back home and unpacked I can really reflect on the past 6 weeks abroad. Studying abroad was something that I had always dreamt about and knew that it was something I wanted to partake in during my 4 years of college. Both of my parents didn’t study abroad and they had…

Arrivederci Italia

As my time in Florence comes to end, I have come to realize all the new things I have learned in the last 6 weeks. It’s hard to believe that not to long ago I had not experienced and seen what I have now. I visited more than 10 cities in Italy, met so many…

Adapting to Life in Florence

As I begin my 5th week here in Florence, I have noticed many aspects in which I find very in tune to what I identify with. I very much enjoy a slower paced life where I can enjoy my time and really soak in every experience. This is something that I have found Italians prioritize….