Italy Business Blog #1 – Chance Banner
This study abroad trip has been amazing so far. Between classes, sightseeing, and business visits, every day brings something new—and I’m learning a ton in the process. Our class sessions have been really engaging. We’re diving into international finance and international business, and while the material isn’t too hard, it’s been super informative. I’ve been…
Ending of the Trip – Preston Spears
I spent the last month traveling through Europe, and looking back, it still feels surreal. From the busy streets of London to the peaceful mountains of Austria, every stop along the way taught me something new. I didn’t set out on this trip expecting personal growth. I mostly just wanted to explore and experience new…
Is This Real Life? Italy so Far! – Sami Dhuca
I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I signed up for this global business program, but getting off that plane and seeing Rome the first few days felt like entering a completely different world, which it is. Everything here, from the streets to the buildings to the way people interact, contains so much history…
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Italy Business Study Abroad – Kate Marshall
Upon arrival in Florence, I was immediately surprised by how the city was a blend between the traditional city landscape and the cultural landscape. It seamlessly intertwines Renaissance styles with more modern architecture. It is a unique environment that I have loved experiencing so far. Additionally, the global business program is very well-structured. It allows…
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First Half of my Italian Summer – JD Webb
Ciao friends! I’m JD Webb, a Finance major at Mays Business School, and I’m currently spending four weeks in Italy with the Italy Business study abroad program. It has truly been one of the most incredible experiences of my life so far. We began our journey in Rome, where we explored so much of the…
Blog #1 Italy – Patrick Fay
Italy has been such an amazing time so far in my experience. I am in the 2025 Italy Business study abroad. We arrived on June 4th in Rome and stay in Italy until July 1st. While in Rome, we visited the Colosseum and Vatican City as a group. This was a great experience because I…
The first 2 weeks in Italy – Rayan Ali
Arriving in Rome and the coming to Florence, Italy to study abroad under the Global Business Program, I was offered to experience a relatively new country and a foreign culture, which was a highly valuable and eye-opening experience itself. The historic aspect of the city such as the cobblestone roads, elements of renaissance buildings, and…
Good Times: First Week in Italy – Claire Wiebe
The culture of Italy looks different compared to the culture of the U.S. in many ways. After visiting four different companies in the Florence area, our group was exposed to a wide variety of business cultures and how Italians run their companies. Lorenzo, from the St. Regis, dressed professionally, acted in a punctual manner, and…
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France Blog Post 2 – Avery Farmer
Firstly, any Aggie I encounter who is curious about the abroad experience or on the fence about participating in one, I will give a glowing recommendation about the experience. After this experience, I now see how much benefits and importance going abroad has. Not only is it super fun, but I saw so much self…
Blog 1 – Grant Taylor
When I was approached by my roommate last fall about a month abroad in France, I naturally had a few doubts and hesitations. For one, I had never even been to Europe before, much less for four weeks. I chose to take a leap of faith and follow along, leading me to now speak on…
Advice for Potential Aggie Travelers – Alondra Gomez
If I were to advise a fellow Aggie about potentially embarking on a study abroad trip, I would start by setting the scene for what they can expect during their first few days getting acclimated. First, they might be awed by everything new to them and stunned by where to start. Next, they might experience…
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Encouraging Students to Study Abroad – Victor Sansone IV
If you are a student considering studying abroad, I would strongly recommend doing so. It has been one of the most transformative and eye-opening experiences I have ever had. I studied in Strasbourg for a month over the summer and got to experience the life and culture of the people there as well as take…
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Experiences from Strasbourg – Jacob Szafran
Deciding to step out of my comfort zone and study abroad was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Not only did I learn about different cultures, but I also discovered a lot about myself. Living in Strasbourg, France—with no prior experience in Europe and little knowledge of the language—I initially struggled to adjust.…
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Fun in France – Jacob Szafran
Getting the opportunity to study abroad in France has blown my expectations out of the water. Before this trip, I had never been outside the United States. With my excitement and expectations extremely high, the first couple of weeks were far better than I was expecting. The most rewarding experience for me on this study…
Strasbourg, France Study Abroad – Alex Ramos
The most important thing I have learned about myself on this trip is that I can be a responsible adult. Living away from home, while in College Station with roommates, is one thing, but living in a foreign country, away from home, is something completely different. While in Strasbourg, we were responsible for taking the…
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Studying in Strasbourg – Ellie Veeningen
My name is Ellie Veeningen, and this past month, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Strasbourg, France. From the moment I started college, I knew I wanted to study abroad. Growing up, I remember listening to my mother’s stories about her time in Spain, Mexico, and England. I dreamed of having an…
Study Abroad in Strasbourg – Rayna Petty
My time in Strasbourg was an experience that I will forever be grateful for. Since fall of my freshman year I had always dreamed of studying abroad and being able to explore the world while taking classes at the same time. To have the opportunity to completely immerse myself in a new culture and stay…
A Different Way of Life – Wyatt Pickering
Howdy everyone! My name is Wyatt Pickering, and I am so excited to be discussing more about my experience studying abroad in Italy. We have been on the trip for 13 days, and I have been settling into life in another country. This is the second week of class, and we are working on our…