My Time in Milan

Time is flying way too fast! In the blink of an eye, I have been in Milan for over a month, and midterms are around the corner. But every day, I continue to find new things that surprise me. And although time is flying, the Italians are still taking their time. From their leisurely pace…

Classes and Cappuccinos 

This week marks the third week of classes and my fourth week in Milan! While at first the experience is hectic with exploring the city, trying to understand the metro system, and finding classrooms on time, I feel like I have finally set into a routine of sorts.  My neighborhood is wonderful; it has a…

Ciao Milano!

Ciao! My name is Alexa, and I am a senior at Pitt. I am majoring in Economics and Italian with a minor in Business. I am looking forward to pursuing a career in economics after graduation, hopefully with the opportunity to work internationally. Outside of class, I enjoy fencing, watching soccer, and reading. My studies…