The End of an Experience

This project as been a journey; an experience that I will never forget not only because of the my growth as a business student but because of the connections I formed with my team, CEOLI and Bolivia itself. As I mentioned in my previous blog, I take the stance of not having any expectations; I…

When I Was In Bolivia…

It has been a few days since I got back from the service-learning trip to Bolivia, and the memories I made still linger on my mind. The beautiful weather, the fresh air, the delicious food, the tremendously hospitable people and most importantly the friends I was with made this trip one that I will look…

Preparing for Cochabamba

Global Service Learning in Bolivia As the departure date for our international trip approaches and as I pack my bags, I find myself reflecting on the journey of this course so far. The transition from theory-based learning in the classroom to practical, hands-on learning that we will be undertaking in Cochabamba excites me. We are…

AN INTRODUCTION – GSL Bolivia

Hi there! My name is Sathya Jeyakumar. I am a junior at the University of Pittsburgh School of Business pursuing a Global Management major, Theatre Arts Minor and a Certificate in Leadership and Ethics. This semester I am participating in a Global Service Learning project based in Cochabamba, Bolivia. We are tasked with being consultants…

Seoul – Post Trip Thoughts

Back Home. I am finally back home in Pittsburgh and have had some time to reflect on the two months I spent living and working in Seoul, South Korea. It feels strange to be back in familiar surroundings after such an immersive experience abroad. Before I even get into all of that, I already miss…

Seoul – Week 8

My final week in Seoul has been truly memorable. Time has flown by—it feels like I only just arrived, and now I’m already saying goodbye to this incredible city and country. At the same time, I’m looking forward to reuniting with my friends and family and continuing my journey elsewhere. This past week, I picked…

Seoul – Week 7

This week in South Korea has been truly wonderful. I got to travel to Jeonju, a historical city located about three hours south of Seoul. I spent the day exploring old streets, trying local dishes like bibimbap, and soaking in the atmosphere of a place that feels very different from Seoul’s. I also visited the…

Seoul – Week 6

This week has been great, I explored Seoul more and went to Lotte World. Although to be completely honest Lotte World was pretty boring – the rides were not that exciting (except for a few) and seemed more oriented towards children. Regardless, it was still a wonderful week of exploring, eating and taking great pictures….

Seoul – Week 5

My fifth week in Seoul has been amazing and full of new experiences. This week, I had the opportunity to travel to Gyeongju—a beautiful historical city located in the southern region of South Korea that’s often referred to as “the museum without walls.” Known for its rich cultural heritage and ancient sites, Gyeongju offered a…