It feels so weird writing this knowing it’s my last blog post for my study abroad experience. It has been 4 months full of life changing experiences and life long memories. I’ve grown more than I can put into words and I cannot believe it has flown by as fast as it has. I never…
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Oh, Pre-Departure Self…
Dear Pre-Departure Grace.. Get ready for the most fun and challenging time of your life. The change will feel astronomical at first, but soon you’ll find such comfort and bliss within the city of Florence and the people that come along with it. Being thousands of miles away from home will feel uncomfortable but we…
My Florentine Skillset
At this point, I am over halfway through my program! It’s crazy to think how fast it’s been going. I wanted to take some time to reflect on the skills I have developed during my time here. For starters, my soft skills haved greatly developed from the start of my program. My organization and adaptability…
Adjusting to the Florentine Way
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…
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…
Adventure Awaits in Florence
Buongiorno! My name is Grace Brignola and I am participating in the Global Business Institute in Florence, Italy! I’m a junior studying Marketing and Business Information Systems at Pitt. I’ve been waiting to be studying abroad since committing to Pitt and I’m so happy I’m here! I studied abroad with Pitt Business through Plus3 back…
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