Written by Cosima Smith, (University of Virginia) Student Correspondent CET Siena, Fall 2018 It is quite possible that I am partially breaking a promise by writing the following article. See, I promised in my last post that I would write about the street art of a land that is known for its artists, but mental […]
Photo Essay: CET Florence
Photos by Emilee Zhang, (Brandeis University) Student Correspondent Brandeis Midyear at CET Florence, Fall 2018
Photo Essay: CET Siena
Photos by Autumn Swain, (University of Virginia) Student Correspondent CET Siena, Fall 2018
Walking the Streets of Florence
Written by Zoe Pringle, (Brandeis University) Student Correspondent Brandeis Midyear at CET Florence, Fall 2018 I’ve never been a big fan of driving and the town I’m from has limited public transportation, but I have also never considered myself an avid walker. That is, until now. Walking is the main mode of transportation in Florence, and my […]
You May Be More Adaptable Than You Think
Written by Zoe Pringle, (Brandeis University) Student Correspondent Brandeis Midyear at CET Florence, Fall 2018 The only real experience I could use to prepare myself for living in Florence, Italy, was to recall the two days I spent here two summers ago. I know, not very helpful. While I felt mentally prepared for the challenging academics […]
Siena: On Rules for Eating, Unofficial Language Pledges, and Music After Midnight
Written by Cosima Smith, (University of Virginia) Student Correspondent CET Siena, Fall 2018 Living in Siena, even in these first weeks, has been a challenge well worth the effort. I’m no novice when it comes to studying and living abroad, but this is my first true extended stay in a European (read: white) country, and […]