Italian culture has been close to my heart from a young age. Both sides of my family are Italian, and six of my eight great-grandparents emigrated from Italy to the United States through Ellis Island in the 1920s. My family has passed down hints of our Italian culture including pasta and sauce recipes and a love for traditional Italian music. That's why, when I first toured … [Read more...] about Finding Myself and Family Roots in Florence
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Living the Swiss Dream: Laughter, Friendships and Gelato
Lausanne: a picturesque gem nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva, where time seems to slow down and every corner unveils a delicious gelateria. In Switzerland, modernity and tradition coexist harmoniously. The efficiency of the Swiss rail system is a marvel, whisking you from centuries-old towns to cosmopolitan cities with clockwork precision. Yet it’s the warmth of human … [Read more...] about Living the Swiss Dream: Laughter, Friendships and Gelato
Under the Florence Sun: A Summer Studying Abroad
A gorgeous view of Vernazza taken during a boat excursion. June 12. Vernazza is a small coastal fishing village some of the Florence students visited during the program. Photos by Lauren Goldblum If you were to ask me what the best way to spend summer vacation is, my answer would be getting lost in the streets of Florence amid the sweet aromas of Italian cuisine and bustling … [Read more...] about Under the Florence Sun: A Summer Studying Abroad
