Perugia, Italy: A cultural experience for the non-tourist Past Review
By Amy E (Bioengineering, Rice University) for
Arcadia: ISI Perugia - The Umbra Institute
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I'm definitely glad I went, it made me aware of some different ways to live. I wish there had been more avenues to meet other Italian students.
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| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The classes were small, which was nice. I felt that I could do well in a class and learn some useful things about Art History and Photography without working too hard. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I took a trip to a different Italian city pretty much every weekend, which I would suggest. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | if you are looking for an authentic italian experience, this is a good way to experience the culture and get to know a town without being overwhelmed by all the touristy stuff. though you can certainly travel to the tourist spots on the weekends. |
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