Hi! My name is Jubilee Moon and I am a freshman nursing student at Pitt Oakland! I’m 19 years old and I live in Livingston, New Jersey. I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in hopes to become a CRNA in the future! I’m Hall Council President for Litchfield Towers A and I’m going…
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Introduction – Addison Dugan
My name is Addison Dugan and I am from Hershey, PA. I am a first year nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh in Oakland. I am also working towards a certificate in global health. On campus, I am involved in the Nursing Student Association where I serve on both the Social committee, and attended…
Next Stop: Birmingham
Hi! My name is Meredith Mitchell and I am from Bernardsville, New Jersey. I am majoring in nursing and plan to graduate the spring of 2029. I did not plan to go into nursing until the summer going into my senior year of high school when I read the memoir The In Between by Hadley…
Brum-Bound!
Hi everyone! My name is Jaclyn Bittner, but my friends call me Jackie. I am a freshman nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh. I grew up in Pennsylvania only about 30 minutes away from Pittsburgh! I’ve known from an early age that I wanted to work in the medical field because I value building…
Super Excited for Birmingham, UK!!
Hi! My name is Kaarthikha Senthilkumar! I am currently a freshman student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and I have lived here for the past 10 years. As of now, in the future, my goal is to become a nurse practitioner specializing in pediatrics. Outside of being…
The Start of My UK Journey
Hi everyone! My name is Juliana Medei, and I am currently finishing my first year as a nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh. I am from Pennsylvania and have always been passionate about helping others, which is what led me to pursue a career in nursing. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with…
Bye Pittsburgh, Hello Birmingham!!
Join me, as I embark on an unforgettable journey at the Plus3 two-week program in Birmingham, England. Born in sunny Jupiter, Florida, I’m a first-generation nursing student at Pitt, inspired by my grandmother’s legacy. This trip is a dream come true to explore the UK’s rich culture and cuisines.
Passport to Me
Hello! My name is Regan Gindlesperger, and I am a junior at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, majoring in early childhood education. I will graduate in May 2027. I am 21 years old and have explored several career paths. After graduating high school in 2023, I was initially accepted to Juniata College to study…
Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again!
Day 12 was one of those rare, perfect travel days—packed with discovery, laughter, reflection, and spontaneity. Waking up in London felt like something out of a movie. There’s a certain thrill in stepping into a city so rich in history and culture; we could feel it from the moment the day began. Our first official…
Hello, London!
Day eleven of our journey was packed with activity, insight, and emotion as we wrapped up our final morning in Birmingham and made our way to London. From in-depth academic lectures and a tour of BCU’s simulation labs to inspiring conversations with alumni, it was definitely one of my favorite academic days so far. We…
Being a Tourist in London – Day 13
Day 13 was probably the most fun day yet. We had a long day in London alone which was so nice as we had freedom to do as much as we possibly could. We started at the Florence Nightingale museum where we got to learn more about her life and the healthcare system during the…
How to Love Birmingham in 10 Days – Day 10
Today marked one of the most insightful experiences of our time in Birmingham as we visited the Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. From start to finish, the day offered an eye-opening look into the world of mental health care in the United Kingdom. It was a reminder of how much there is…
I can Bearly Believe it’s Over
Today was such a busy day with us trying to explore as much of London as we can within eight hours. Starting off strong we all went to the Florence Nightingale Museum. It was quite a beautiful gallery and had a lot of new information for me to absorb. Although we missed the school children’s…
Last Day!
Today we woke up and left for the Florence Nightingale museum. We walked around at our own pace and saw the woman we learned so much about in Intro to Professional Nursing. I liked how interactive it was; it had many toys, stories that spoke to you, and hidden peepholes. Florence was a significant influence…
Day 12: Last day in the UK!
Today was our last day in London, which meant it was our final day in England! It’s so insane to think about how fast these past two weeks have gone. We’ve learned so much that will be so valuable to our careers as nurses and I’ve had so much fun getting to know our group…
Tea, Thames, and Theater
This morning began like a scene from a movie, and it was sort of surreal to think that were were waking up in London. We walked down the street to find the cutest little cafe for breakfast where I had the best tea and yogurt. There’s something special about starting your day slowly in a…
I can’t BEAR leaving London
Today was our first and only full day in London! I started out my morning with a delicious breakfast by the hotel. It was not the typical hotel breakfast I am used to, instead of a buffet they served you like you were at a restaurant. I got omelette style eggs on toast for my…
Thank You for the Music, London!
Today was one of those days that I know I’ll remember for a long time. It was packed from start to finish, but every part of it felt special. I’ve always wanted to explore London, and I’m so happy I finally made it happen. Honestly, I’m proud of myself for taking the leap and just…
Cheers London!
I can’t believe this trip is already over! While some days felt longer than others, these past two weeks have flown by. Time really does fly by when you are having fun! Today we got to be tourists and explore London, it was so much fun. Before walking around the city, we went to the…
Birmingham Day 12: London Edition!
Today was our final day on the trip! While it is sad that it is over, I am glad to be heading home. Today, we had our first and only day in London. We started off the day with breakfast at the hotel. I had pancakes and they were really good. After breakfast, we went…