After a long but fast two weeks, it was time to go home! Overall, the trip went really well. My favorite part about it was meeting and getting close with everyone. I did not know anyone going anyone going into the trip, and I think the very random and un-suspecting group made a great trip!…
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Presentations!
On Wednesday, we finally got to sleep in! I ended up walking to the university (for about an hour) so I could take it all in before leaving! I met up with my group at 12pm before the 2pm presentation. It was nice to be able to go over everything before we presented! Overall I…
Day 10– Last site visit :(
Today’s visit to Grob was a fascinating three-part experience: a lecture, a factory tour, and a concluding lecture. The most interesting part of the lecture for me was when the speaker delved into the broader market effects of geopolitical events like US tariffs under the Trump administration. It’s very interesting to learn how European innovators…
Day 9– Hoerbiger!
Yesterday’s visit to Hoerbiger was an intriguing look into modern manufacturing, offering a visual experience that reminded me of other industrial giants like Continental and MAN. We observed vast production areas where large machinery processed bigger components, necessitating wider pathways for movement and transport. These spaces felt expansive and highly organized, designed for the efficient…
Day 8: Dachau
Today’s visit to Dachau concentration camp was undoubtedly the most profound and emotionally taxing experience of our trip so far. Stepping onto that ground, knowing the history it holds, created a heavy atmosphere that lingered throughout the day. It was chilling to learn that while Dachau is often not associated with mass extermination through gas…
Day 7: To Munich and beyond!
Day 7 unfolded with a vibrant energy that I hadn’t quite experienced in the other cities. The sheer buzz of activity was infectious, and the abundance of free time allowed for a deeper immersion in the local atmosphere. Instead of taking the bus, we took the train which actually led to a different kind of…
Day 6: ditching the hike for a horse!
Day 6 brought us to Neuschwanstein Castle, and the shift in scenery was striking. The town itself exuded a quaint charm, a welcome contrast to the more urban feel of Augsburg. Wandering around before our castle visit, I was really taken by the beauty of the lake and the surrounding landscape – it felt like…
Augsburg day 5: vroom vroom!
On day 5, we had the opportunity to visit Audi. It was my favorite tour we had taken so far. We were able to see how the body of the car started completely empty, as a frame, which was built upon as it moved down the supply chain. It was super interesting to learn that…
Are we there yet? Augsburg to Regensburg, day 4
On day 4, we took a bus from Augsburg to Regensburg. After a two-hour drive, we went on a tour at Continental, had some free time to walk around in Regensburg, and then toured the city hall. At Continental, I really appreciated that the lecture came before seeing the factory, even though they mentioned it…
Lost & Found in Augsburg: day 3
Our Tuesday took us on a fascinating journey to Nuremberg, a town roughly two hours by bus from our Augsburg hotel. Upon arrival, we connected with a local tour guide who expertly navigated us through the city’s historical heart. He brought the past to life with captivating stories, like the charming tale behind the gold…
Augsburg Day 2: from fatigue to facination
On Monday we headed to the University of Augsburg and went to a classroom to hear a virtual lecture from Will. He showed us different car prices compared to things like the quality of their display, and speed. He taught us about the important things going on in the automotive industry like the ban of…
Augsburg Day 1: kicking things off right!
The first day in Germany we landed in the Munich airport around 7am, and drove a little over an hour to Augsburg. The drive there we passed mostly rural fields, and it turned into more of a city when we got closer to our hotel. We dropped our luggage off and met with Jonathan and…
Deutschland, ich komme!
Deutschland, ich komme! My name is Olivia Murphy and I am a junior at Pitt studying marketing and supply chain management. The supply chain aspect of this trip is one of the reasons I applied! One of my favorite aspects of my major is the PR route, which I hope to pursue more this summer….