Natalia – Switzerland, France and Italy


Bonjour, Ciao, and Grüezi! 

If you have not guessed by now, I am heading to Europe!!! 

Hi, my name is Natalia Rodrigues, and I am currently a rising senior at ECU majoring in Public Health. I am fortunate enough to be traveling to France, Switzerland, and Italy where we will be learning all about global health. I cannot wait to learn about all the diversities of these countries. 

This trip is super meaningful to me as I have never left the country before, I am so excited to be able to immerse myself in so many diverse cultures! Our main focus during this trip will be global health, and I cannot wait to see how other countries approach healthcare, public health policies, and overall community well-being. I am also eager to note the differences between these countries healthcare system but also how they differ from the U.S health system. I believe this experience will deepen my understanding of global health but also help set the tone public health professional I aspire to be. I am so thankful to share this wonderful experience with amazing faculty and peers who are just as eager to learn about global health as I am. 

Air plane wing from passenger window

On my way!

We landed in Geneva, Switzerland today and then traveled by train to our hotel in Annemasse, France. Now all the learning and adventuring will soon begin, and I cannot wait for you to follow along this journey with me as I share more updates. I am so excited to share all the knowledge I will learn with you. Talk soon!