Once in a Lifetime.. Past Review
By Rose Linehan (Mount Saint Mary College) - abroad from 05/25/2016 to 06/23/2016 with
CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Florence, Italy
I gained so much insight about culture, society, myself and travel. It really opened my eyes to how important it is to get out and travel to see the world. It was an amazing time being able to live in another society and seeing how different it is.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The work was tough, but there was an amazing staff and ample resources provided that we were set up for success! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The staff at CAPA went above and beyond my original expectations! They were so helpful with everything ranging from schoolwork to where to get a quick bite to eat. I always felt comfortable talking to them and creating professional relationships with all the staff. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The 2 bedroom apartment that I stayed in was so cozy and secure. All the appliances worked up to par and everything about it made me feel like I was at home! |
| * Food: |
The food was impeccable, I wish I could have brought home all of it with me! |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
It was hard to adjust at first, but after a week or so I really felt at home in Florence! Everyone was so nice, welcoming and willing to offer help. I felt like I fit right in and that was exactly where I belonged. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
Fortunately, I did not have a health issue while abroad. |
| * Safety: |
I never felt unsafe while in Italy. Of course I made sure to never be alone and always use a buddy system. But, there was never a time where I felt my safety was an issue. You have to think smart, just like you would any where else. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
If I could, I would choose the same program again and again every time. This opportunity was a once in a lifetime experience and easily one of the best times of my life. I learned so much more than just the class content that I was taking abroad. |
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) |
Most of the money that I spent went to dining out. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew how much of an overall impact this opportunity really had on me! I find myself reminiscing and thinking about it almost all the time! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Outright UrbaniteA social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country. |
