The body will say what words cannot - Dance, Turino: Connecting the Past to the Present Past Review
By Erica E (Dance/ Exercise Science, University of North Carolina - Charlotte) for
Italy Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs
Traveling abroad opened up my mind to a different culture that was slightly different than my own. I learned to communicate with Italians through language without even knowing that I could. I learned to appreciate every moment in life and not focus on materialistic things.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Studying Abroad in Turino Italy was incredible. The exposer to the cultural dance was breath taking and learning the technique was worth every cent. Our days were long but well worth it.The grading system was fair and the diverse teaching methods encouraged us to be more virsitle dancers. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The program size was very small which allowed everyone to get to know one another fairly well. It made things more effective to get things done and it allowed each teacher to give each individual an equal amount of attention which is important in the progress of pre-proffesional dance training. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
I was very pleased with our housing. We were provided with our own beds, the owners were kind and maintained the hotel well kept. Breakfast was served every morning. The market/local restaraunts were in walking distance from the school. |
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Absolutely delicious food. There are many options to dining which also vary in price. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We took memorable trips to various castles to view live dance performances from different European dance companies. We traveled to the beach and visited museums to learn more about the history and culture of Italy. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I did not have to see a healthcare provider. |
| 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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Language
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | When studying abroad cherish every moment and embrace the culture with an open mind. Prepare yourself to do what you do best, dance. |
