By Kierra J.

Published Oct. 5, 2023

Over the course of my summer in Italy, I tried to see as much art and culture as I possibly could. In my free time, I explored the numerous museums Milan had to offer, many of which offer discounts to students. The city is home to various world-renowned museums, such as Fondazione Prada, La Triennale,…

By Ruby E.

Published Aug. 31, 2023

My past month in Italy has felt like a deep breath – a slow, purposeful change of pace to release tension I didn’t even know I had been holding. Here, everything moves at a slower pace: meals, transportation, conversations, and even work assignments. Italians are proud to share “the slow life” with anyone open to…

By Carrie W.

Published July 21, 2023

This incredible 3-week experience in Florence has taught me so much about myself and has encouraged me to look at things in different ways. When I embarked on my experience abroad I had absolutely no idea what to expect. I was over the moon excited thinking about meeting new people and putting myself out there…

By Herbie P.

Published July 20, 2023

Before I arrived in Italy, I was quite nervous about how I would be treated as a transgender student. I am attending Florence University of the Arts and taking a course on wine appreciation and gallery exhibition and curating. It was very difficult to find resources online before my trip about how I might be…

By Jordan M.

Published July 7, 2023

I think a super important topic to discuss before studying abroad is budget. This can be a weekly, monthly or even a categorical budget. There are several initial costs to think of as well as everyday living costs you would normally have to consider at your home university. First Easter Break…

By Olivia R.

Published July 4, 2023

My name is Olivia Roth, and I have spent the last three weeks eating gelato and frolicking around Florence, Italy. The Italian culture is rich in art, music, food and history. I got to be immersed in it while also advancing my knowledge toward my degree, nursing BSN. Let me walk you through my three-week…

By Maddie R.

Published May 26, 2023

Four months later, I am coming to the end of my study abroad journey in Rome, Italy. Over the past semester, I have learned so much about myself, the people around me, and Italian culture. That’s a lot of learning outside of school, on top of school. It’s safe to say that I am exhausted.…

By Gibson H.

Published May 23, 2023

This month, I got to experience spring break in Europe. They actually have a 2-week spring break, so my friends and I got to travel around and visit Switzerland and Italy! Our flight to Geneva, Switzerland was $40, and our train ride from Geneva to Italy was $80! It has been an incredible experience to…

By Sophia M.

Published May 17, 2023

My time in college is genuinely spent grinding. I would say one of my most significant character flaws is working too hard (future employers, I’m looking at you). Although that is kind of a joke, I do think there is some truth to my downfall: a usual inability to relax. I love to work and…

By Maddie R.

Published April 3, 2023

One thing that comes with studying abroad is the inevitability of being alone, probably more often than you ever have been in your life. At this point in my semester, I have spent time in three countries alone: Italy (obvs), France and Switzerland — in that order. And I can say that every time I…