Hello, my name is Jaya Varma and I am super excited to go on the Plus3 Argentina trip. I am from Madison, New Jersey, and I just finished my first year of nursing school at Pitt. I chose nursing because nurses are the primary advocates for patients, and I want to provide equitable and holistic…
Category: Plus3 2025
Postcards from Morocco: The Journey Begins…
Welcome to the blog! My name is Rishika Kokje! I’m originally from the Philadelphia area, and I am a first-year business student at the University of Pittsburgh. I’m studying Global Management and Finance, and hoping to dabble in Sports Management along the way. On campus, I’m apart of the Pitt Rowing Team, I serve as…
From One North to Another
My name is Vincent Musial, and I’m a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh School of Business. Currently, I am double-majoring in finance and marketing. I’m from Mt. Lebanon, a town about 30 minutes outside of Pittsburgh. Outside of school, I spend most of my time watching sports, golfing, skiing, and hanging out with my…
Seeking more Stroopwafles: Setting off for the Netherlands!
Hallo! My name is Catherine Shea, and I am a rising sophomore mechanical engineering student. I chose to pursue engineering because of my passion for robotics and design work that I developed while on my high school robotics team for four years. Since beginning college, I have become very invested in extracurriculars. I am executive…
Getting Amped up for Amsterdam
Hallo! My name is Noah, and I’m a rising sophomore in the Swanson School of Engineering’s Electrical Engineering program at the University of Pittsburgh. Growing up just ten minutes north of Oakland, I always had a feeling I would end up at Pitt. My long-term goal is to build a career as an electrical engineer…
Goodbye USA, Hello Netherlands
Hello, my name is Jaiden Burness. I am from Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, a town located in Chester County. I am a freshman engineer at the University of Pittsburgh and a member of the Fredrick Honors College. Starting in my Sophomore year, I plan to major in Civil Engineering and begin a Certificate in Sustainability. Since…
Spain, Loading…
Hi! My name is Aditya Mukherjee, and I’m from Cary, North Carolina. In high school, I was drawn to chemistry and physics because they helped explain the underlying mechanisms behind how the world works. That curiosity led me to major in bioengineering, where I could combine those interests in a meaningful way. Since coming to…
Greece and Thank You!
Hello, my name is Massimo Mastria. I am from Berkeley Heights, NJ. I am an electrical engineering major at the Swanson School of Engineering in Pittsburgh. In high school, I really enjoyed problem-solving through mathematics and science, which led me to choose this path. I appreciate all of the different types of engineering, yet I…
Headed to Spain!
Hello! My name is Sascha Sanders, and I am a first year engineering student from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, just 10 minutes outside of Harrisburg. I am currently pursuing a chemical engineering degree with a minor in chemistry and philosophy. Despite being an in-state student, I feel that I am far enough away from home where I…
Hi! I’m Hannah
Hi! My name is Hannah Reilly and I’m a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh, originally from Long Island, New York. I’m studying business with the goal of attending law school after I earn my undergraduate degree, and I’m also working toward a certificate in Public and Professional Writing. At Pitt, I’m involved in Women…
Up next, Spain!
My name is Meli Proano Alm, and I am beyond excited to participate in the Plus3 Spain program! I am a bioengineering student on the cellular track. In the future, I hope to work on eliminating inequities that exist in healthcare through engineering practical and feasible medical solutions via the biopharmaceutical industry. I also hope…
Greek Expetations: Before Takeoff!
Hi! My name is Anthony Tabak, and I am a first-year Industrial Engineering student here at Pitt. I am from Youngstown, Ohio. During my first academic year, I joined the Aim High Association, which is a club focused on self-improvement and accountability. I currently serve as the club’s business manager. I also joined the Bodybuilding…
Almost 2 weeks until Spain!
Hello! My name is Emily Strick and I am a first year nursing student. I am from Lower Merion, Pennsylvania, very close to Philadelphia. I was drawn into pursuing nursing because of my own health struggles, and I want to perpetuate positive change in the field of healthcare in the same way that nurses helped…
Heading to South Korea!
My name is Emily Yelcick and I am from Downingtown Pennsylvania. I am a first year engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. I plan to major in electrical engineering with a focus on hardware or embedded systems. I also plan to get my certificate in Cybersecurity in Emerging Engineering Systems. One of my hobbies,…
Starting the Plus3 Korea Journey
Hello everyone! My name is Benjamin See, and I am a first-year computer engineering student in the Swanson School of Engineering about to begin a physics minor. I come from Rockville MD, and I am excited to explore everything Pitt has to offer. I am a member of the Pitt Archery club and spend time…
Hey, I’m Max
Hello, my name is Maxwell Dreisbach and I’m a first year student at the University of Pittsburgh. I am majoring in Business Analytics and plan to eventually double major in either Finance or Supply Chain Management. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing basketball at the rec, hanging out with friends, and playing video games. I…
Plus3 South Korea 00: Me Before Seoul
Hello! I am John Malone, a rising sophomore and the leader of Group B on Plus3: South Korea. I am part of the Frederick Honors College and the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, and I am so grateful to continue living and learning here….
UK Here She Comes!
Hi! My name is Sydney Hares and I am a first-year nursing student at the Pitt-Greensburg campus. My passion is to become a pediatric nurse and work in the oncology department. I am 19 years old from Canonsburg, PA, and have been living there my whole life. I also play soccer for the women’s team…
Booking it to Birmingham
Hi, my name is Naomi Forsyth, and I am a freshman Early Childhood Education student at Pitt-Greensburg. On campus, I am a part of the honors college, Campana Consort, and various clubs such as Circle K, SPSEA where I am going to be the Secretary going into the next school year, and Habitat for Humanity…