Short bio:
Hi! My name is Sam, and I am from Long Island, NY. I am a junior at Penn State University majoring in Marketing and minoring in International Business. After graduation, I plan to work in NYC within the marketing/advertising industry. I have absolutely loved my time in Florence, and would be more than happy to answer any questions about studying abroad!!

Most memorable experience:
There have been so many amazing experiences for me while being abroad, but I would say my most memorable would be developing a relationship with a local cafe in town. I love being able to talk to the locals that I see every day and getting to learn about them and their experiences. I always look forward to getting my coffee in the morning and speaking with Rafaela about weekends or what we’re doing that day. Becoming more personable with the workers at my local cafe has made me feel much more connected to Florence and brought about a sense of comfort and familiarity.

Advice for future students:
My advice for future students would be to turn off your phone and enjoy the scenery. Whether you’re walking to class or taking a train to the airport that you’ve been on a million times, there’s always something new to look at. Look out the window and appreciate the incredible views because you may never see them again. Studying abroad is such an amazing experience, and you don’t want to waste your limited time here focused on your phone.