I can’t believe I have less than a month left in Italy! Coming to the end of the program is feeling bittersweet, as I will be so sad to leave but am so proud of how much I have grown through the program. Studying abroad has been an excellent opportunity to develop skills that are…

Hello! Here is an update on life in Florence and how I’ve adjusted to cultural differences. Apologies for the background noise!

Ciao! My name is Maura Bartell and I am a junior studying Economics and Supply Chain Management. I grew up in Syracuse, NY and my adventurous, ambitious nature drew me to city campuses far from home, which is how I ended up at Pitt. On campus, I am involved in Strong Women Strong Girls and…