My month in Italy was wonderful! From beginning to end, I found my study abroad experience to be incredibly enriching. I loved being able to explore cities that were part of a culture that I was unfamiliar with. My days were filled with lots of sightseeing, learning, and eating. I enjoyed being able to take…
Author: mmm273
Dear Italy, I think I love you
Ciao! Italy has been a beautiful culture shock so far. Walking the cobbled streets, the country still feels like an idyllic dream. The streets of Rome are bustling with fashionable people. Tourists and locals intermingle in street markets. A typical day in Rome for me starts with waking up at 7AM. After getting ready, I…
Maren’s Next Stop is Rome
T-minus 5 days until Rome. I am Maren McChesney, and I will be spending my May in Rome, Italy. Last week, I finished my third year as a Pitt student studying Neuroscience and Psychology. Next semester, I will be graduating, and then – hopefully – I will pursue a career in research that combines my…