ISI Florence and Roger Williams University Celebrate 25 Years of International Projects
A featured exhibition dedicated to the urban renewal of seven Florentine squares celebrates the twenty-fifth […]
Tag: study abroad
The Italian Coffee Bar Playbook: A Quick Guide to Italian Coffee Culture
Coffee, you either love it or hate it, but you definitely know about it. From […]
Erborista-What? The Apothecary Culture You Should Explore Here in Florence!
My name is Isabella, and I’m part of the Health, Safety & Wellness team at […]
Your Guide to the First Days at ISI Florence
You’ve bought your ticket, packed your bags, and you’re ready to begin your study abroad […]
Florence or Perugia? A Student Reflects on Experiencing Both
The Summer Session One and Session Two programs at ISI Florence are unique in bringing […]
Writing My Own Narrative: How Florence Taught Me Independence
Ciao! My name is Alexandra Margaritis, and I’m a bit of an oddball. I came […]
Beyond Volume 9 Is Out!
It is our pleasure to announce that the 9th volume of Beyond, the ISI Florence […]
Studying Abroad as a Black Student in Italy: My Personal Journey
By: Amina Ahmed, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2026 Before coming to Italy, […]
Conversations with my Italian Teacher on Sustainability
By Jimena Bali Orona Flores, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Spring 2026 Every student […]
A Semester Abroad Through the Lens of a Photojournalist
By Sam Cohen, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2026 Hi! I’m Sam, and […]
Figuring It Out in Florence: My Guide to Growth Abroad
By Natalie Swallow, Ohio State University | ISI Florence Spring 2026 The Decision: Why Florence […]
Seven Essentials To Know Before You Go Abroad
By Sam Cohen, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2026 As my semester abroad […]
Fashion in Florence: 10 Tips for Florentine Style
By Makinley Mastal, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2026 In the U.S., it […]
Travel Tips that Actually Work (and What No One Tells You Before Going Abroad)
By Jamie Anastasi, University of Virginia | ISI Florence 2026 Pack Light…But Not Too Light […]
Study Abroad Home Cooking
By Kira Ivarsdottir, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2026 While going out to […]
How I Budget While Studying Abroad Without Missing Out!
By Amina Ahmed, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2026 As a first-generation, low-income […]
The Ultimate Italian Weekend: Hockey in Milan and Magic in Venice
By Sam Cohen, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2026 This past weekend, I […]
Stay Local Weekend: A Chance to Slow Down and Recharge with Sustainable Practices
Students studying abroad are tempted to hop on a flight to a European country almost […]
Where did ISI Florence students travel last weekend?
By Kira Ivarsdottir, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2026 One of the great […]
My First Week in Italy as an ISI Florence Student
A study abroad student in Florence experiences a week filled with new classes, visiting art sites, trying local cuisine, and traveling.
ISI Florence Faculty Connects Local Teaching to Global Physics Frontier
The International Studies Institute of Florence was thrilled to see its faculty represented at the […]
72 Hours at a Time: A Semester of Weekend Travels
Weekend trips brought spontaneous itineraries, packed backpacks, and unforgettable memories across Italy and Europe.
Simple Ways to Settle into Life in Florence
Arriving in Florence feels exciting yet unfamiliar, but intentional habits can help create home.
Échappées Belles in Tuscany: Showcasing ISI Florence’s Marine Sustainability Project
French travel series highlights Tuscany and the ISI Florence course in Environmental Marine Biology and Sustainability.
A Day in My Life Studying Abroad in Florence
Sophia Xie shares a typical day balancing classes, exploring the city, and enjoying Italian life.
Discovering Galileo’s Legacy at the National Central Library of Florence
Every fall semester, ISI Florence students from the University of Maryland Physics Track (Professors Luis […]
My Study Abroad Story
Written by Bijan Behzadi, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Fall 2025 Prelude I was […]
Why I Chose Florence: A Guide to Choosing Your Future Study Abroad City
Written by Sophia Xie, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Fall 2025 Have you ever […]
Dressing Like a Local: The Desire to Fit In- or Stand Out!
Written by Mikey Aston, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Fall 2025 Aesthetics, Popular Styles, […]
Budget Your Study Abroad Experience with Me!
Written by Justus Miller, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Why is it […]
Things to Do in Florence That Cost Absolutely Nothing!
Written by Justus Miller, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Free Museum Day […]
Living the Mediterranean Way: UConn’s Academic Adventure in Florence
The UConn Mediterranean Diet & Food Culture Summer Program at ISI Florence offers an immersive six-week […]
What Florence Taught Me: Lessons from Studying Abroad
Written by Jordan Narotsky and Brianna Leslie, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Spring 2025 […]
Telling Their Story: The GLP Career Workshop at ISI Florence
One of the most rewarding parts of the Global Leadership Program (GLP) at ISI Florence […]
Ancient Rome Meets Modern Technology
Professor Erika Bianchi has been taking ISI Florence students on traditional guided tours of the […]
A Day in the Life of a Study Abroad Student in Italy
Written by Brianna Leslie, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Spring 2025 On a typical […]
Making Florence Your Home as a Study Abroad Student
Written by Joelle Zamperini, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Overcoming Culture Shock: […]
Finding Beauty in Local Experiences
By Anna Stamatos, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 While studying abroad brings […]
Why Everyone Should Study Abroad
Written by Carson Fruman, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 My name is […]
Tips and Tricks for Getting Around Italian Transportation
As a study abroad student coming to Italy, you will be looking forward to exploring […]
Culture in a Cart: Navigating Italian Grocery Stores
Written by Anna Stamatos, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Visiting a country […]
Must-Try Street Food & Takeaway in Florence
When it comes to food, Italy offers an incredible variety, and it’s almost difficult to […]
Studying Abroad in Florence with Food Allergies
Studying abroad in Italy brings all kinds of adventures—including trying delicious food and adapting to […]
Making Italian Friends in the Dolomites
Written by Grace Mirande, Ohio State University | ISI Florence Fall 2024 Learning Italian 101! […]
Learning Italian While Having Fun
Written by Isaac Grad, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Fall 2024 If you study […]
Volunteering at Sant’Orsola: An Art History Student’s Path to Community and Connection
Written by Natalie Cincotta, Bryn Mawr College | ISI Florence Fall 2024 As a study […]
My Experience at the Teatro Della Pergola
Written by Ben Goldstein, University of Rochester | ISI Florence Fall 2024 A few weeks […]
Hidden Gems of Florentine Fashion
Written by Christine Haggard, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Fall 2024 The world’s fashion […]
Student Smart Guide to Natural History Museums in Florence
Written by Nathaniel Oldenburg, Roger Williams University | ISI Florence Fall 2024 Florence’s Museum of […]
Learning Italian While Abroad
By Isaac Grad, University of Connecticut – ISI Florence Fall 2024 Though you may only […]