Studying abroad has been one of the most enriching experiences during my college career. As my time here is wrapping up, I wanted to thank the generosity of this scholarship from the donors for allowing me to have this experience. I had the opportunity to engage with a completely new culture, expand my world vision,…
Tag: Katherine Colburn
Hello Pre-Departure Self
Ciao Katernia, You’re probably feeling an awful lot of emotions right now: excitement, nervousness, and a thousand questions about what this will feel like. Let me tell you, Florence will change you in ways you never thought possible. You’re going to grow in ways that cannot be measured regarding class credits and travel miles. You’ll…
Halfway There!
Throughout my time in Florence, I have developed both transferable (soft) skills and technical (hard) skills that will stay with me long after this program ends. Some major soft skills that I have been applying to my Human Resources major. Flexibility has been the greatest soft skill that I have acquired. Living in a foreign…
Adaptability with Florence
The last two months in Italy have been a very unique experience. I have had a wonderful time traveling to other parts of Italy such as Pisa and Lucca. The most challenging aspect of living in Italy so far is the language differences. This is especially true in areas or stores where speaking English is…
Classroom Experiences
Ciao! The last 4 weeks of classes have truly been amazing here in Florence. I am currently enrolled in Italian 101, Cross-Cultural Psychology, International Dimensions of Organizational Behavior, and Oil Painting. These classes have been providing me much pleasure with fun; moreover, I have been exposed to Italian culture. The overall focus of Italian 101…
Katrina in Firenze
Ciao! My name is Katherine Colburn, and I am a junior at the University of Pittsburgh, double majoring in Human Resources and Business Analytics. I grew up in Marriottsville, Maryland. Before coming to Florence, I had the opportunity to intern as a Communications Intern at the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), where I gained valuable…
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