Grazie Firenze

Overall, my experience studying abroad in Florence has been rewarding. There have been many challenges, but I’m very grateful to have been a part of this experience. I’ve gotten to fulfill my dream of traveling around the world. I went to two continents, six countries, and eighteen cities throughout Italy and the rest of Europe….

Florence Diaries: Arrivederci!

11 more days until I say, “Arrivederci, Firenze,” and it could not feel less real. These past four months have held some of the most special, eye-opening moments of my life, and I will cherish my time abroad forever. I have changed and grown so much throughout this experience. Professionally, I have noticed that I…

Saying Bye to Florence

Studying abroad in Florence has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. As my semester comes to a close next week, I cannot believe how much I have grown in just a few months. This experience pushed me outside of my comfort zone and helped me develop a stronger sense of independence,…

Last Moments in London

As I reflect on the past few months, it is crazy to think how fast time has flown by. I can’t believe there’s only two and a half weeks left in the program. This experience has truly been amazing, and has helped me grow in so many ways both inside and outside of the classroom. …

Arrivederci Italia!

I truly cannot believe my time in Florence is coming to an end! In some ways it feels like just yesterday I landing in the airport and meeting my roommates, but in other ways it feels like I have been here for years based on all of the memories I’ve made, places I’ve been, and…

Goodbye London!

It is hard to believe that I only have two weeks left in London. This semester, I had so many different experiences. From museums to parks to restaraunts and plays, I truly enjoyed the culture London had to offer. The city itself is huge, and there are still many places I want to visit before…

Concluding Florence

I arrived in Florence after a hectic and challenging past few semesters. I was constantly engulfed in pursuing academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and professional endeavors, with little to no time to enjoy life as it passed by. For me, the present became a fleeting moment. Being abroad in Florence for almost four months now has…

How to Say Goodbye to Sydney

It’s so hard to believe that my time in Sydney is already ending. I know everyone says it, but study abroad really does fly by. While I’m excited to go home and see friends and family, I’ve been struggling the past few weeks with how to say a proper goodbye to the city I’ve called…

Somewhere Between Here and Home

It’s hard to put into words how much studying abroad in Sydney has meant to me, and even harder to accept that it’s coming to an end. I will miss this place and these people more than I can fully express, and I know these memories are something I will carry with me forever. From…