Rarely before have I spent a weekend asking myself and those around me, “Is this real?” in true disbelief. Then again, these past two days have been unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. I’m taking the legendary Dr. K’s food studies course this semester… More
Did you know that within one day, you can make at least four friends? Sounds a bit far-fetched, I know. But you learn something new every day, and when you're thrust into a unique situation with several other people, friendships form almost immediately… More
It’s been a little bit since I’ve been able to blog - which is to say, I’ve been busy and having a great time in Rome (and devoting time and energy to navigating my own comfort zone here). Orientation is finally complete, and my first week of classes… More
Sono qui! I am here in beautiful Rome. Our delightful program director brought us to the Aventine Hill near Circo Massimo on the first day. This is one of the seven hills in Rome, overlooking Italy towards the northwest. Later that night, after our welcome… More
A few months ago, I was sitting in my apartment in Pennsylvania, scrolling through study abroad programs. I clicked through distractedly, wondering which program would be the best fit for me. A few days ago, I landed in Rome, Italy with two massive luggage… More