Aussie Adventures Begin, Exploring the Land Down Under

Good afternoon from global city Sydney! Before I discuss how amazing Australia has been so far, let me introduce myself and a little bit of background on why I chose Sydney for studying abroad. My name is Stephanie Rodi and I am a rising senior Business Information Systems and Supply Chain Management student also pursuing…

Taking on the Land Down Under

Hi! My name is Julianna Werner and I am currently a rising junior in the business school.  I am majoring in marketing and supply chain with certificates in Leadership and Ethics and Business Analytics.  In addition, I am pursuing a LCJS minor through the College of General Studies.  I am originally from the Pittsburgh area. …

West Virginian Turned Sydneysider

Hi, my name is Vanessa Pratt! I am originally from a small town in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, but I am now a rising senior at Pitt pursuing marketing, supply chain management, and environmental studies majors with a certificate in sustainability. On campus, I am involved in several student organizations including the American Marketing Association, Epsilon…

Blog 1: First Weeks Abroad

Hello, my name is TJ McCloskey and I am a rising senior in Pitt’s CBA program. I am studying finance and marketing and hope to work in the field of pharmaceutical sales after college. I take passion in many areas of schooling, such as my two majors. I believe these paths will help lead me…

Sydney, Australia… a Dream Come True!

Hey there! My name is Ananya Pabbathi, a rising senior at Pitt. I am pursuing a Dual Degree in Supply Chain Management and Psychology, with a Certificate in Business Analytics. When I’m not in classes, you can find me running, traveling, or hanging out with friends. From as early as I can remember, I knew…

A Final Cheers to Sydney

Jessie Lovallo Jessie LoVallo Global Business Institute: Sydney Spring 2023 It’s hard to believe my time abroad has come to an end. It feels like yesterday I was feeling the pre-trip jitters, but at the same time a lifetime ago. I will forever be grateful for this incredible opportunity and will never be the same…

Forever Grateful For My Time Abroad

Wow! It is hard to believe that my time studying abroad is at an end. My time in Sydney has been unbelievable and I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything in the world! During my time in Australia, I was able to travel along the coast, and visited Brisbane, Morton Island, Cairns, Fitzroy Island, The…

Cheers to Sydney!

Hi there! I cannot believe my time here in Sydney is over 🙁 I am writing my final blog post from the airport and it feels like not too long ago I was just arriving here for the first time. It is crazy to think about just how fast this past semester flew by. Between…

Leaving Down Under

Dear Scholarship Donor, I am writing to express my gratitude for the opportunity you provided me to study abroad in Sydney, Australia as a kid who always had a dream to go to Australia. My experience was absolutely amazing and transformative and I am so thankful for the financial support that made it possible. Summing…