Today is Sunday, and we touched down in London this morning at about 5 o’clock. After collecting our luggage, we boarded a bus for Birmingham. The bus ride lasted about two hours, and honestly that was when most of us finally got some sleep after traveling. Even though we were exhausted, we were excited to…
Tag: Plus3 United Kingdom
We’re Here
We have finally arrived in Birmingham. Last night our plane departed from Pittsburgh at 9:45, and it still feels weird that we are actually here after talking about this trip for so long. During the flight they served us dinner, which was honestly a lot better than I expected for airplane food. I chose the…
Bye US, Hello Birmingham!
Today was our first day in Birmingham City, and although we were all completely exhausted after sleeping in the cold dorms and the uncomfortable airplane, we were so excited to finally arrive. Somehow, despite the lack of sleep and all the traveling, we made it in one piece! After landing, we had to take a…
We’re Here!
After a long plane ride and then a bus ride from the airport, we finally made it to Birmingham! The flight was a little rough, and most of us are exhausted since we barely got any sleep on the plane. I had never flown for that long, so I had a hard time getting comfortable…
Landing in Birmingham
After getting off a long overnight flight, I was very tired, but I was also excited to finally arrive in Birmingham! Even though I was exhausted from traveling, seeing the city for the first time gave me energy. As soon as we arrived, I noticed people walking everywhere, cars constantly moving through the streets, and…
Birmingham Day 1:
Today was our very first day in Birmingham! After getting off the plane at the airport we were pretty tired from traveling, so the bus ride to our hotel turned into nap time for a lot of us. Once we finally arrived and got settled, I was excited to start exploring and seeing what Birmingham…
Day 1: arrived in the UK!
After a long and exhausting journey that included a cold night in Towers, a cramped flight, and a two hour bus ride, we finally arrived in Birmingham! Although everyone was excited for the trip, there was definitely a lot of nervousness mixed in with that excitement. For many of us, this was our first time…
UK Here She Comes!
Hi! My name is Sydney Hares and I am a first-year nursing student at the Pitt-Greensburg campus. My passion is to become a pediatric nurse and work in the oncology department. I am 19 years old from Canonsburg, PA, and have been living there my whole life. I also play soccer for the women’s team…
On my way to the UK!
Hi! My name is Ella Hardesty, and I am a rising sophomore Nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh! I have a younger brother named Logan and two dogs back home in Cincinnati, Ohio. I am also involved in Young Life, which is a youth group I participate in during college. In my free time…
Next Stop: UK
Hi! My name is Allison Mehta, and I am a first-year Nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh! I am from Ellicott City, Maryland, and I have a younger sister named Kara, as well as a dog named Luna, who is a mix of Pit Bull, Golden Retriever, etc. In my free time, I enjoy…
Stepping Outside the Classroom (and the Country)
Hi! My name is Ruby Krotine, and I am a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh studying Nursing. I am from Sewickley, Pennsylvania, about 30 minutes outside of Pittsburgh. I have an older sister who is a sophomore at Cornell University and a younger brother and sister who are still in high school. In my…
My British Diary
Hello! My name is Cameron Hartzell and I am from Wilmington, Delaware. I am an upcoming sophomore nursing student at the University of Pittsburgh-Oakland campus. I am a current member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority and intend to hold an executive position this upcoming academic year. I am also a part of the Sustainability of…
About Me: Derek Coker
Hello! My name is Derek Coker, and I am a sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown studying Early Childhood Education. This summer, I have the exciting opportunity to participate in Pitt’s Plus3 Program in the United Kingdom. I am incredibly grateful for this experience and look forward to the personal and professional growth…
Hello UK!
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…
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…
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…