Going on this journey to Korea, on the Plus3 program was more than an academic experience. It was a journey that transformed me personally and professionally. As a rising sophomore in chemical engineering, I was excited to explore how engineering principles are applied in the global context, especially in a country known for its rich…
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Day 11: Oil Park and Water
The day started off with breakfast and getting ready for the day. We had to wear business causal due to the company visit we had later in the day. We started off at the Oil Park Culture Park, during the 70s when there was oil shortage, Korea built these oil tanks to storage and preserve…
Day 10: DMZ and Baseball Game
The day started off stopping at GS25 to pick up a sandwich for breakfast because I skipped breakfast at the hotel in order to get some extra sleep. Once we left for the DMZ, I ate my sandwich, then slept the rest of the way on the bus. Once we arrived, we had a little…
Day 9: Camp Casey and Hike
Today started with some breakfast and a shower as I got ready to go to Camp Casey. The bus ride was a bit long, but it was great when we finally got there. Unfortunately, I didn’t take any pictures—nothing too interesting, and due to security reasons, we weren’t allowed to anyway. Grace and Will, both…
Day 8: Morning Sleep and Cooking Class
The day started late for me since I didn’t go on the optional hike that began at 6:30 a.m. I decided it would be better to catch up on sleep. So, my day really began around 12 p.m., when we made our way to Namsan Tower. The view was amazing. Jinny pointed out well-known buildings…
Day 7: Hanok Village and Lotte World
The day started later due to so much needed sleep. We started our day by going to the Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village. It was very fascinating how there were shops for tourists, but right next door was a house someone lived in. Jinny mentioned how these houses were upwards of a million dollars,…
Day 6: Yonsei University and Rain
After a slight delay in the morning, we finally made our way to Yonsei University, where Jinny went to school. The weather forecast had called for rain, but I wasn’t expecting it to feel like typical Pittsburgh weather. When we first arrived and got off the bus, it was pouring, so we waited at the…
Day 5: Taekwondo and Seoul City Hall
The day started off later, so I got some much-needed sleep. I got ready for the day, and we made our way to the taekwondo place. I never knew this before, but I learned tae means toe, kwon means fist and do means head. The master focused on the meaning behind taekwondo, and it was…
Day 4: Hyundai and Han River Cruise
The day started early, as our destination—Hyundai—was about two hours away. Before leaving, we picked up boxed lunches and yogurt from the yogurt cart that Jinny so graciously brought for us. Upon arriving at the Hyundai factory, we began a guided tour that walked us through the entire car manufacturing process, from raw steel to…
Day 3: Fredit and TK Elevator
The day started off with an unsettling feeling, but after having some breakfast and water, I began to feel better. Our first activity of the day was a tour of Fredit, the most popular probiotic yogurt brand in Korea. The company operates with only about 100 workers, as most of the manufacturing process is automated….
Day 2: Old Fortress and Smart Fridge
The day started off well, as I felt well-rested after a good night’s sleep. We had breakfast at the hotel and then headed to the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. The fortress has a 6 km perimeter and encloses the city of Suwon within its walls. As we walked around the fortress, Jinny explained how archers would…
Day 1 in Seoul
After a long and exhausting flight, we finally landed in South Korea around 4 AM. After getting our luggage, we went to the bathroom to freshen up. We grabbed a few snacks from a convenience store and met our wonderful tour guide, Jinny. Jinny is an amazing tour guide who informed us about the history…
Pitt Stop in Seoul
Hi! My name is Jacob Milgrub and I am a first-year chemical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. I’m curious, always looking for ways to expand my perspective—whether that’s through academics, travel, or engaging with new cultures. Academically, I’m passionate about exploring how engineering and innovation intersect with global challenges,…