QUO VADIS

Halloween Tours are just two weeks away! This special Quo Vadis event is not only an excellent chance to learn about some of the Nationality Rooms, but it's also an opportunity to support our guides-in-training, who will be presenting their first rooms. We are so proud of them and excited to hear them tell spooky stories in their respective Nationality Rooms! All are welcome, and we can't wait to see you there

In memory of E. Maxine Bruhns, director of the Nationality Rooms, who passed away Friday night: Maxine was a force to be reckoned with. She put her heart and soul into the twelve Nationality Rooms dedicated while she was director, and she worked tirelessly to shape Quo Vadis into the organization it is today. She was a vibrant part of the Nationality Rooms program and a beacon of curiosity and unity for all of us. In her mission to promote cross-cultural understanding between... students, she never stopped trying to learn about new cultures, especially the cultures and heritages of the Quo Vadis guides who will continue to further her mission and vision for the Nationality Rooms. Stories and memories of Maxine are scattered throughout training for new Quo Vadis guidesshe leaves such a deep legacy behind. When we reflect on our impressions of Maxine, we smile to think about her whimsically bright monochrome outfits, as well as her love of lemurs. One memory we cherish is the way Maxine would sit in the Early American Room every Halloween, in the hope that she might get to interact with resident ghost, Maxine's grandmother Martha. She loved having Quo Vadis help her with her ghost watch, and we will fondly continue this tradition. Maxine was one of the biggest voices in support of guides wearing traditional outfits during tours of the Nationality Rooms, such as at Open House. She strongly supported Quo Vadis leading processions at the dedications of new rooms, and in speaking about the rooms wherever possible. She has always pushed Quo Vadis forward and inspired us all to grow as a club, and as individuals. We will all miss Maxine greatly, and remember her fondly.

On this day in 1949, the Italian Room was dedicated! Here's to 71 years! Did you know the Italian Room features a mural (not pictured) of the first woman in the world to receive a university degree? For more information about her, you'll have to come visit us in the fall...

Happy International Women's Day! In honor of women's contributions throughout history, here are a few female leaders that are featured in the nationality rooms (with the rooms they are featured in)! 2. Maria Theresa (Austrian): empress of the Austrian Empire 1745-1780 3. Hua Mulan (Chinese): legendary warrior 4. Qiu Jin (Chinese): writer, considered a martyr for republicanism and feminism 5. Queen Victoria (English): queen of England from 1837-1901... 6. Florence Nightingale (English): social reformer, statistician, and founder of modern nursing 7. Helena Lucretia Cornaro Piscopia (Italian): Venetian philosopher, first woman to receive a university degree 8. Murasaki Shikibu (Japanese): novelist, poet, and courtier 9. Catherine of Vadstena (Swedish): patron saint of Sweden 10. St. Mary (Russian, Romanian, Ukrainian): mother of Jesus of Nazareth #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms See more

STARTING TOMORROW!!! Come to the Cathedral of Learning for a special tour of the nationality rooms about tea cultures from around the world along with some delicious samples! Come by anytime between 6pm-8:30pm to join a tour! Tickets are $8 per adult and $4 per child. You will have very matcha fun! #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms

Ever wondered how different cultures around the world view tea? Then come to the Tea Tours from 6-8:30pm on February 28th and 29th to find out! The cost is only $8 for adults and $4 for children - tea and snack samples included! Don't wait oolong before stopping by ! #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms

Come all to our special tea tours! What makes them different from a normal tour you ask? Well, you get an exclusive history of tea culture from different parts of the world along with actual samples you can try out! I'm sure you will have plen-TEA of fun at this event! #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms

ATTENTION NEW TRAINEES! Come hither and join us for a merry gathering to inform all about training. Thou shall find our gathering in the English room (157) in the almighty Cathedral of Learning at 5pm. We hope that thou findest thy untrifled way to our realm. #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms

ATTENTION NEW TRAINEES! We will be holding an informational meeting on Friday the 17th at 5:00pm in room 157 Cathedral of Learning (a.k.a. the English room and looks like picture 2)! We hope to see you there!

Cut! Roll! String! JEZYK! Today we made 33 Jezyks in total, ready for Open House! Thank you to everyone who contributed!

GET TO KNOW THE OFFICERS! Keira wood: Public Relations Officer Room Featured: Turkish Keira is a sophomore from Moon, PA studying French and Linguistics. "I love how the rooms are a reflection of Pittsburgh's history and cultural identity. Through the rooms, I have gained new perspectives about cultures from the other side of the world."... Along with Quo Vadis, Keira also participates in French Club, Linguistics Club (Yinzling), and the University Gamelan ensemble . Fun facts: Her star sign is Leo and her favorite type of pasta is Ramen. #universityofpittsburgh #pitt #cathedraloflearning #nationalityrooms