Not all Those who Wander are Lost

Summer after freshman year: eating pho in Vietnam. Summer after sophomore year: falling out of a plane in Israel. Summer after junior year: wandering around in the woods. Of course, this wandering is a little more purposeful than your average wandering. We’re on a mission to find the leaders within us. Isn’t it odd that…

In Dublin

Hi! I am Elizabeth McKay, a senior at the University of Pittsburgh, where I study Marketing and Psychology. I am an active member in Pitt’s chapter of the American Marketing Association–VP of Community Service for the 2018-2019 school year–and the marketing intern for Heartland Restaurant Group. My undergraduate career will be wrapping up next spring…

Florence Top 3 – with Italy Traveling Tips

To begin, please know that there are endless things to do in Florence; there is something for everyone.  However, there are 3 places that you must see while here. Coming in at number 3 of my top 3 list, there is Le Cascine Park.  This is Florence’s largest park.  It is filled with trails, nature,…

Expectations for Ecuador

Bags packed. Passport in hand. We are ready for Ecuador! After months of anticipation we are almost on our way South, and I couldn’t be more excited. We will be flying into the capital city of Quito where we will spend the night in a historic hotel before exploring the rest of the city the…

Dreaming of Ecuadorian Chocolate

Hi all! My name is Katie Gerdenich and I am a junior and the University of Pittsburgh. I am originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan which is about 4.5 hours northwest of Pittsburgh, but was eager to adventure out and explore a new area when going to college. At Pitt I have had the opportunity to…