Hello, my name is Colby Kostelac. I am from Mechanicsburg, PA and I’m majoring in Mechanical Engineering and also looking to earn the Sustainability Certificate. I was drawn to Mechanical Engineering because of its broad reach into other disciplines allowing me flexibility in my future career path. After my time at Pitt, I hope to…
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To The Netherlands & Beyond
Hello, my name is Luke Vinansky. I am a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh studying Materials Science and Engineering. Outside of academics, I am an active member of the Triangle chapter at Pitt, where I serve as social chair. I am originally from Mayfield, PA, a small town located about 15 minutes from Scranton….
A Journey Through the Netherlands
Hi! My name is Amanda Negrón and I am from San Juan, Puerto Rico. I am majoring in industrial engineering and plan to minor in business. I chose the Plus 3 Program because I am eager to explore a new country and immerse myself in their culture, traditions, cuisine, language, and innovations. I was drawn…
Getting Amped up for Amsterdam
Hallo! My name is Noah, and I’m a rising sophomore in the Swanson School of Engineering’s Electrical Engineering program at the University of Pittsburgh. Growing up just ten minutes north of Oakland, I always had a feeling I would end up at Pitt. My long-term goal is to build a career as an electrical engineer…
Never Bored in The Netherlands!
Hello, my name is Cassandra Wheeles, and I’m from Lansdale, PA, a town near Philadelphia. I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering and planning to get a certificate in sustainability. At the University of Pittsburgh, I am a part of the Irish Step Dancing club and the Pitt Society of Women Engineers. Some of my favorite…
Netherlands: A Hop, Skip, and a Jump Away
Hello! I’m Winaida Flaherty, a freshman engineering major at the University of Pittsburgh. I grew up around Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and developed a love for travel from travelling with my family. I’m looking to study Civil Engineering, with a concentration in either transportation or structural engineering, and I’m working to obtain a sustainability certificate. At Pitt,…
Goodbye USA, Hello Netherlands
Hello, my name is Jaiden Burness. I am from Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, a town located in Chester County. I am a freshman engineer at the University of Pittsburgh and a member of the Fredrick Honors College. Starting in my Sophomore year, I plan to major in Civil Engineering and begin a Certificate in Sustainability. Since…
The Netherlands, Up Close
Hello, my name is Clementine Asmuth-Day and I am from Central PA. I am majoring in mechanical engineering, and planning on getting a nuclear certificate as well. From a young age, I have been passionate about sustainability and sustainable forms of energy, and I hope to make a difference in those areas. I plan on…
Next Stop: The Netherlands
Hello, I’m Dylan Troup and I’m a first-year environmental engineering student here at the University of Pittsburgh, and I’m originally from Morristown, New Jersey! I’m studying environmental engineering and plan to pursue a sustainability certificate. Here at Pitt, I’m part of the Frederick Honors College and a member of Epsilon Eta Delta, an environmental honors…
Hallo and time to Van Gogh to the Netherlands!
Hi, I’m Ignacio (Nacho), originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico! I am a mechanical engineering undergraduate here at the University of Pittsburgh. I chose to study mechanical engineering because I like the intersectionality it has between all the engineering disciplines. I especially like physics, calculus, and 3D modeling. I hope to eventually work in sustainable…
Almost to Amsterdam…
An Introduction: I’m Stephanie Anderson, a structural engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. Growing up in San Francisco, California, I am no stranger to towering skyscrapers and long bridges. I love breaking down the fundamentals of these structures and not only how they are built from the ground up but the math and planning…
All roads lead to Morocco
My name is Jamie Compher I am a current freshman at the University of Pittsburgh School of Business. I am undecided on my majors, but I am planning to double major in marketing and HR management. I am from Chester County Pa, which is about one hour outside of Philadelphia. In my free time I…
Off to the Netherlands!
Hello! My name is Drew Poling, and I am freshman at the University of Pittsburgh, originally from Columbus, Ohio. I am studying civil engineering in the Swanson School of Engineering, and I hope to pursue an Engineering for Humanity certificate and possibly a minor in architecture. Outside of my academic pursuits at the university, I…
Intro for Netherlands!
Hi, my name is Max Jarrar. I am a first-year engineering student from Upper Dublin, Pennsylvania. Currently, I am pursuing mechanical engineering with a minor in electrical engineering. Outside of school I enjoy playing sports, cooking and being outside in nature. I am very passionate about sustainability, so I am excited for this experience in…
Pitt Stop to Argentina
Hello! My name is Dylan Carr, and I am a student at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Finance and Accounting. Academically, I am interested in learning how financial systems, accounting practices, and business strategies shape organizations and economies. I am especially interested in understanding how different countries approach business regulations, and how those differences…
Trading Comfort for Adventure
Hi, my name is Ben Squarcia. I’m from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and I’m a freshman at Pitt majoring in Business Analytics and Finance. This May I am super excited to be traveling to Ecuador and learn all about the chocolate industry and everything else Ecuador has to offer! Outside of school, I have a major…
Ready for the Journey
Hello! My name is Gabriel Yost, and I am a passionate Pittsburgh native. The three-river city has everything, including the University of Pittsburgh, where I am pursuing a degree in electrical engineering . I’m from Bridgeville, Pennsylvania (a southern suburb of Pittsburgh), where I live with my parents and younger brother. For nearly ten years,…
Take Me to South Korea!
Hey! My name is Chris Clineff, and I’m a freshman in SSOE pursuing Mechanical Engineering in the David C. Frederick Honors College. I plan on completing two minors in Electrical and Space Engineering to fulfill my passion in control systems and rocket propulsion design. Before moving to the University of Pittsburgh, I lived in Phoenixville,…
All Roads Lead To Netherlands
Hello, my name is Juan Pablo Colmenares Bittar. I am a first-year Natural Gas, Renewables, and Oil Engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. Originally, I am from Downingtown, PA, about 45 minutes away from Philadelphia, and I chose Pitt because of the excellent opportunity it provides. I’m very excited to pursue a career in…
Greece: Where ancient history and modern advancement collide
Hello, my name is Caleb Bower, and I’m from Manheim, Pennsylvania. I enjoy staying active, both mentally and physically. I love running around town and through Schenley Park. When I am not working up a sweat, I also enjoy playing the card game Magic: The Gathering with my friends in the evenings. I’m currently majoring…