How different can it really be, right? We still have to walk to class, listen to a lecture for an hour or two, complete readings and assignments, and take exams. As true as this is, Florence and Charleston aren’t exactly twins. To begin, for the past few months, my classmates and I have been taking classes in a hotel. Our classroom is located on the … Continue reading Class in Florence, Italy vs. Class in Charleston, South Carolina: by Avery Gavornik

Culture shock was not as big of a deal for me as I initially expected. Though, I was left confused for about a week when I first came to Italy when it came to handing money to and receiving money from a cashier. When I reached out my arm to take the money they were seemingly handing over to me, they would instead place it … Continue reading Culture, Customs, and Traditions by Ayla White

My favorite part about Italy is the food. The dishes tend to be simple and involve less seasonings than the sodium drowned dishes in The United States. Each meal is always enjoyable, fresh, and something I’ve never tried before. Although I love food, the food in Italy is so much fresher and not as processed as food I’m used to eating in America. My skin … Continue reading Living Like a Local by Ayla White

Hello, my name is Ayla White and I’m senior double majoring in English and Studio Art. I chose to study abroad in Florence, Italy through College of Charleston purely because the richness of art and history European cities have to offer. This program provided me with everything I could have wished for. I’m located within the city center, about ten minutes from the Florence Duomo, … Continue reading CofC Student in Florence, Italy by Ayla White