My study abroad program ended just about 3 weeks ago, and after a short Holiday break, I am back at DU. It feels good to be back, although a bit jarring. My body and mind are still processing my busy, bittersweet, last week in Florence; the exhausting trip back home; my brief Holiday break spent…
Florence Diaries: November Ramblings
Autumn has finally arrived in Florence, manifesting as grey skies, early nights, and the blissful departure of tourists. Due to the energy crisis going on across Europe, the Florence municipal ordinance has limited the amount of time we can turn on the heat to 11 hours a day, with a maximum temperature of 19 degrees…
Florence Diaries: Halfway Point
Wow, it’s been a long time since I’ve written. I got caught up with my life here in Florence, which has become increasingly more natural to me. I’m at the point where I can expertly weave my way through hordes of tourists, speak some basic Italian, and get to most places without using Google Maps….
Florence Diaries: First Impressions
It’s been officially one week since I departed for Italy to study abroad. For most people, today is the first day of classes after a hectic week of orientation meetings and adjusting to our new Italian lifestyles. I only have classes from Tuesday through Thursday, so I have a day off to recharge and reflect….
Florence Diaries: Pre-Trip Post
As an upcoming junior at DU, I’m joining hordes of other students who study abroad in the fall of their junior year. Additionally, as a Journalism major, I’m interested in chronicling my experiences abroad in order to share the highs and lows of being an American student in a foreign country, and hopefully amass some…
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