After spending the last two weeks in Seoul and the surrounding cities through the Plus3 Program , I can definitely say that the trip gave me more than just some interesting memories. It gave me the ability to view future career and myself as a developing professional through an entirely new perspective. This experience challenged…

As the trip has been coming to an end, we started the morning at the Oil Tank Culture Park, a former oil depot turned public cultural space. Unfortunately, the inside of the tanks were closed for the day, so we couldn’t go on the full tour. Still, walking around the massive tanks and park space was…

Today was one of our longest days full of unforgettable moments, starting with a peaceful morning at the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Our DMZ tour took us through one of the most heavily guarded borders in the world, where the tension between North and South Korea is still very present. One of the most eye-opening moments…

Our morning began with a 90-minute bus ride to Camp Casey, the second largest U.S. military base in South Korea. As we arrived, the size and structure of the base were immediately impressive. One of the most fascinating parts of the visit was learning about the Stryker vehicle—a multipurpose armored vehicle that’s used on base…

Today started off slow, which was a nice change of pace. Since our group activities didn’t start until noon, a few of us took the morning to relax and visit a local café. I got a plain bagel and cream cheese along with a caramel latte and it was very good. We sat and chatted…

Today, we spent most of the day at Yonsei University, and it rained the whole time. Despite the constant downpour, the experience was both eye-opening and enjoyable. We started off with lunch, where I had a bowl of spicy chicken soup. It was the perfect meal for such a chilly and wet day- warm, flavorful,…

Our morning began with a nice breakfast at the hotel. Fueled and ready, we headed to a Taekwondo class where we were introduced to the basics of this traditional Korean martial art. From learning simple stances to throwing a few kicks and punches, the class was both challenging and fun. The highlight was being able…

Our fifth day in Korea started off with a two-hour bus ride to the Hyundai factory. We went to the Asan plant, which is one of three located in Korea. This particular plant produces cars like the Sonata and the Ioniq 9. While we weren’t allowed to take photos inside the factory, it was something…

Our third day in Korea was just as exciting as the previous days. Today, we gained insights into the manufacturing industry. We began the day at HY/Fredit Co., a company in the food industry known for its probiotic yogurt drinks. It was interesting to get an inside look at the production process. While on the…

Today was packed with many experiences, each offering a different glimpse into Seoul’s culture. We started the day off with an early breakfast at the hotel. The food was amazing and I had so many different foods for breakfast that I would never have usually like spare ribs and chicken wings. Once we were done…

After a long 15-hour flight from Atlanta, I finally arrived in Seoul. I was feeling the jet lag, but I was excited to be here and explore the city. I was especially interested in trying all the food. My first meal was a delicious bowl of Bibimbap. It was my first time ever trying, and…

Hey everyone! My name is Paul Rossmell, and I’m from Wilkes Barre PA. I’m a first-year business student at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Finance and Business Analytics. At Pitt, I’ve had the chance to connect with a lot of great people and dive into classes that are helping me figure out where I…