The morning to start the day was easy which is great because the whole group definitely needed sleep after the long 31+ hours of total travel time. This was a crazy experience because I had never been on a plane before but overall did not hate any part of it. The breakfast was great and…
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What the pho is going on…
Day 1: First Impressions and Culture Shocks The most eye opening parts of the day all occurred within conversations with UEF students. During the bus tour, I spoke with Travis. He explained aspects of Vietnamese culture such as the “work hard, play hard” lifestyle among young people. He described how many young adults smoke and…
Day 1: Gooood Moorning Vietnam
Today was the first full day in Vietnam and it was an absolute blast. The food here is amazing, I ate something from every station of the breakfast buffet bar, had a clean plate for lunch, and at dinner I felt like a king when the courses kept coming. I also felt like a king…
First day in Vietnam!
Today was our first day in Vietnam, and it was amazing. We were welcomed by the UEF students with a ceremony and took a tour around the city. I found cultural differences through the welcome ceremony, as it was much different than what you would usually see in America. They had a martial arts and…
Day 1: The Daily Drivers of Vietnam
After spending my first day out of the United States, Vietnam has surprised me in many different ways culturally. The first thing I noticed when getting up this morning was the abundance of motorcycles and scooters that seemed to take up the entire road in fleets. They dodged and weaved between cars and beside the…
“I <3 UEF” “I <3 Vietnam”
Today was day 1 in Ho Chi Minh City. I was shocked by the welcome reception we received when we arrived to the University of Economics and Finance. They started off by throwing a flower necklace over us and then performed karate stunts. We then spent time at an opening ceremony where university executives and…
Day 1: Hellooo Vietnam!
Today was a great first day. It was super nice to meet everyone with the welcome celebrations and dinner. Something that stood out to me when talking with the UEF students was that they don’t use the traditional Vietnamese word for hello, they instead just say common greetings in English. This came about when we…
Day 1: Exploring Ho Chi Minh City!
In our interactions with the UEF students, I have seen that the culture is very hospitable and celebratory, as the welcome ceremony was very enriching and fun to participate in. Additionally, during the tour, it was so fascinating to see so many people on motorbikes instead of cars, as in America, most people opt for…
A Taste of Vietnam
To start it all off, it is very hot here! When people say this country is hot, they are not lying. I felt the heat wave hit me before I walked off the plane. Some cultural aspects I spotted right away are that the country is very colorful. All the signs are mixed with different…
Day 1 in Vietnam
Our first day in Vietnam was full of great food, welcoming people, and cool sights. We went on a bus tour of the city which was really interesting because of the mix of different buildings that balance tourism and daily needs for the Vietnamese people. On the bus tour it was very apparent that the…
Day 1: Just getting started!
Today was the first day in the city and it was different from America more so than I thought. For starters with the breakfast there was rice and dumplings while I would never have had that for breakfast otherwise. While they had ‘american breakfast’ the inclusion of asian dishes and fruits made it feel more…
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…
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…
Port-pho-lio Diversification: James Moynagh
Hello! My name is James Moynagh, and I am from Berwyn, Pennsylvania. I’m currently a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh studying finance and economics. On campus I’m involved in the Panther Equity Investment Fund, where I research and pitch tech stocks, and am also heavily involved in the Undergraduate Finance Club and Corporate Connections…
Introduction: Kristen Awakuni
My name is Kristen Awakuni, and I am currently a freshman at Pitt Business, and am part of the Plus3 Program going to Vietnam! I am native to Los Angeles, California, and am planning to pursue majors in finance and global management, and I have the intention of pursuing a minor in creative writing as…
Introduction to Christopher McCay
Hi, my name is Christopher McCay and I am a Finance and Accounting major from Pittsburgh, PA, dedicated to understanding the mechanics of the global market. On campus, I stay active in the business community through Delta Sigma Pi and Theta Chi, while pursuing my personal interests in club golf, fishing, and working out. Professionally,…
An Introduction: Ally Chen
Hi, I’m Ally! I am a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh, studying Marketing with a minor in German. On campus, I am involved in the Fashion Business Association, where we aim to grow both artistically and professionally. Our main event is our annual spring fashion show(it’s coming up – April 18th!), where I will…
Hi, I’m Ryan Richhart
Hello, my name is Ryan Richhart. I am a first-year student at the University of Pittsburgh. I am a marketing major for the College of Business Administration, and I am also pursuing a certificate in sports management. I am on the executive board for University of Pittsburgh’s Sports Business Association as the vice president of…
I love everything A-Bao Vietnam
Hello, my name is Emerson Wagner, and I’m a first-year student in Pitt Business from Downingtown, Pennsylvania, pursuing a dual degree in Applied Mathematics and Finance. Outside of academics, I play tennis, produce music, and love to travel and immerse myself in new cultures, which has taken me everywhere from Taiwan and mainland China to…
I’m Andrew
Hi everyone! My name is Andrew Leon, from Dallas, Texas, and I am a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh studying global management and marketing. I’m someone who loves soccer and basketball. My favorite teams are Arsenal and the Boston Celtics. I also love exploring new music and movies. I currently work for Pitt Men’s…