Now being a good ways into my program, I have been able to recognize what I’ve been struggling to adapt to here in Florence. It has been difficult at times to not feel homesick but I try and remind myself that its a normal feeling and often one that can be alleviated. I have had…
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Italian Adjustments
Adjusting to life in Florence has been a mix of excitement, learning, and the occasional challenge. Coming in, I knew that adapting to a new culture would take some effort, but overall, the transition has been smoother than I expected. Knowing Italian from high school has definitely helped bridge some of the cultural and language…
Slow Walks & Sunday Siestas
Learning to slow down has been one of the most challenging aspects of adapting to the culture in Florence. I have always been a fast walker and like to quickly get to where I am going even if I am not in a rush. Looking around on the streets as I walk, I quickly realized…
Lezione a Firenze – Class in Florence
Ciao! A month has already gone by, and I am starting to fully adapt to my new academic environment. Through our program with CEA CAPA, I am not participating in an internship but am taking four of their classes. Fortunately, because I completed online classes during past summers and am ahead on credits, three of…
From Spreadsheets to Sketchbooks
My academic experience in Florence has been completely different from my experience in Pittsburgh, and I’ve been loving every second of it. I’m taking Beginner Drawing, Beginner Oil Painting, Italian Here and Now, and International Finance, none of which I’ve taken at Pitt. The change of pace has been refreshing, especially with the art classes….
Studies Abroad
Since my last post, my classes have amped up, which has been refreshing! Having both new classes and classmates is greatly enhancing my experience here. At Pitt I am so used to seeing the same familiar faces in my classes and courses having a generally similar structure. Through CEA CAPA I have been exposed to…
My Italian Classroom
Now that I have been studying in Florence for just over a month, I have gotten to know the CEA CAPA center and surrounding area pretty well. I am completing my International Business Certificate while I am here and I get to take an Italian class with other Pitt students. This past week my Italian…
No Longer a Tourist but more less a local
It has almost been two months since I have moved to Florence to study abroad. At this point I am more used to a Florentine day than I am to a Pittsburgh day. I think one of the most interesting things I have gained from being here everyday is the confidence I have in the…
Adapting to the Florentine Lifestyle
Ciao Everyone!! I have currently just completed my midterm exams. This week, I will be updating everyone on my adaptability and problem-solving skills while studying in Florence. The most challenging aspect of the culture is understanding and communicating in a different language. Even though most Italian people can communicate with me in English, it still…
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