Prague is a cultural diamond that had been shuttered away from the western world following the end of World War Two. In my view, Prague rivals the top European cities and provides a unique perspective of the world with its incredible views, history, and people. The immense castle complex overlooking the city that…
Tag: Pitt in Prague and Krakow
The Grand Budapest Hotel… Kind of
It has been a little over a week since I embarked on my international journey. I have tried new food, seen new sites, and met new people. I will not forget the memories I have made and can’t wait to have more experiences. One of the important aspects of any trip abroad is where you…
Czeching Out
Last night we took an overnight train to arrive in Budapest this morning. We then moved in to the new hotel and took a guided tour of the city, in which there were many beautiful sights and a lot of fascinating history. After a nice dinner near Matthias Church in the Budapest Castle District. However,…
Ten Days Away …
Hi! My name is Nikki Messina, and I am rising senior – yikes – at Pitt! Where did time go? I am pursuing a double major in Accounting and Finance, with a minor in Economics, and a Certificate in Business Analytics. On campus, I am a member of Delta Delta Delta, Alpha Kappa Psi, the…
Off to Central Europe!
Hello, my name is Matthew Lawhead and I’m a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh. I am pursuing a dual degree in Marketing and Film & Media Studies, with a certificate in International Business. It’s my goal to eventually work in the entertainment industry, whether it be film, music, or another sector. I am greatly…
My Third Trip Across the Pond (with Pitt Business)
My name is Vincent Vallorani, I am a Senior Finance and Accounting Dual major within the University of Pittsburgh College of Business Administration. I have completed a minor in Economics and a Certificate in Data Analytics for Business Management. I’m from a small town outside of Philadelphia Pennsylvania called Kennett Square. Kennett is a…
About to Czech out Central Europe
Welcome to the first of many blog posts with bad puns as the title! My name is Julia Podvin and I am a junior at the University of Pittsburgh. I was born and raised in Harrisburg, PA until my family moved to Pittsburgh during the middle of my freshman year of high school. I instantly…
Reflecting on Pitt in Prague/Krakow
3 weeks in Prague and Krakow surprised me in so many ways. Firstly, I thought that the curriculum would be sitting in lecture and not having tours and visits to historic sites. My understanding was that we would be strictly learning about economics, which was not the case at all. I wish before coming that…
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