Week 1: First Rainbow 🌈

Note to self: don’t jaywalk until you know which way the traffic’s coming. It has officially been one week in Ireland. The first few days here were uncharacteristically sunny and dry. The Pitt cohort has experienced a honeymoon period, weather-wise. But, over the bank holiday (Sunday and Monday), the real Dublin has reared its misty…

When in Dublin (POV 5)

This week I had a great time getting introduced to Dublin. I arrived on University College Dublin’s campus on Monday morning after a long travel day to be met with a couple more hours of waiting around for my room to be ready. While it was less than ideal, it gave me the opportunity to…

PIT –> DSS –> CDG –> DUB

Hi everyone! My name is Akiliann. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. I am a music composition major, and I have an Africana Studies minor, as well. I am currently a senior and graduate this winter. Although I find the question stressful, I will happily tell you what I’m doing after graduation…for 10 euros…

Finding My Way in Dublin

My first week in Dublin has been one of the most memorable experiences of my life. I arrived on Monday, marking my very first time traveling abroad. As my plane landed, I felt overwhelmed by a mix of emotions: hope, joy, fear, excitement, and curiosity all at once. There were so many unknowns ahead of…

When in Dublin (POV 3)

Grand, what an incredible week. This week I arrived in Dublin early on Sunday morning and we stayed moving since touch down. Everyday has been an adventure so far. Adjusting to life in Ireland has been challenging. From 30+ hours of no sleep upon first arriving to adjusting to the air and breaking out in…

When in Dublin (POV 2)

Wow, what an incredible week. After a semi-hectic plane ride to DUB airport, I finally landed and caught a taxi from the airport to University College Dublin, where I am staying for the next 8 weeks. I quickly met up with the rest of the Pitt students who are also travelling with me, and we…

When In Dublin, POV 4

Glory! What an incredible week. I landed in Dublin on May 25th early in the morning. Navigating the airport and customs after a redeye flight was not the easiest experience, but I landed with more excitement than I can explain. Moving in was a little tough but over the past couple days I am feeling…

When in Dublin (POV 1)

Dublin Diaries | Week 1 Cliffs, Campuses & Kilkenny Gee what an incredible week! My first week in Dublin has been amazing, and I’m already starting to feel more settled into life here. The flight over was smooth, and after arriving, our group had dinner together and spent some time walking around Dublin’s city center….

New Sights and People Abroad

My first week in Ireland is coming to a close. So far, this experience is exactly what I expected. It has been stressful, exciting, overwhelming, and also completely relaxing all at once. With the other Pitt students, I have been able to travel throughout Dublin and beyond, getting to see some of Ireland’s beauty. The…