Written by Hannah Katz (University of Wisconsin- Madison), Student Correspondent CET Florence, Summer 2019 Disclaimer: before I begin, I need to warn all potential readers: this article is essentially going to be a 500 word love letter to the city of Florence, and Italy in general. If you enjoy excessive gushing about food, sunsets, and […]
Photo Essay: CET Siena
Photos by Arianna DeCorte (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent CET Siena Summer 2019
The Invitation of a Community
Written by Jorge, High School/Pre-College Student Correspondent for CET Florence: Italian Food, Art, and Society, Summer 2019 Now that my time abroad is nearing an end, it’s time I took a step back and evaluated my interactions with both the locals whom I never met, and those people in my class who I spend the […]
Why It’s So Hard to Leave Florence After Being There a Month
Written by Isaac V, High School/Pre-College Student Correspondent for CET Florence: Italian Food, Art, and Society Summer 2019 With a cool new hairstyle, more formal clothing, and nicer shoes, Florence has truly transformed me into more of an Italian man. However, not just my wardrobe has gotten better. I’ve made tons of new friends, learned […]
Artistically Challenged? Not Anymore
Written by Hannah Katz (University of Wisconsin- Madison), Student Correspondent CET Florence, Summer 2019 I’ve always thought I was one of those people who didn’t “get” art. I could appreciate it from a distance and admire the effort and time it took into the creation of a work but for me, I could never uncover […]
My Days in Florence
Written by Angela, High School/Pre-College Student Correspondent for CET Florence: Italian Food, Art, and Society, Summer 2019 My days in Florence, Italy have been filled with happiness and memorable moments. I love rolling out of bed in the morning and getting ready for the day. I sit in our living room with a window open […]