Sara, a CAPA Florence alumna, shares some of the best ways you can make the most of your experience abroad in Italy. There are several options for you to meet and mix with locals, practice speaking Italian, and get well-versed with a new culture, so come check these opportunities out!
Posted in: Florence, Italy, Local Culture
Don't miss Sara's last blog of the semester, where she shares some great tips on how to keep in touch with the culture of your study abroad location after you return home!
Posted in: International Education, Florence, Italy
When studying abroad in Florence, it's relatively easy and inexpensive to travel to other cities in Italy by train or bus. In this blog, Sara reflects on the day trips and weekend trips she took while studying in Florence, and shares tips for traveling within Italy and around Europe.
Posted in: Florence, Italy, Local Culture
Dreaming of authentic Italian food? In Sara's latest blog post, she takes us on a tour of her favorite restaurants, cafes, and gelaterias in Florence and chats about the culture around food in the city. We recommend not reading this blog on an empty stomach.
Posted in: Florence, Italy, Food Abroad
In this week's blog post from Sara, she chats about CAPA's Global Business Institute in Florence, her courses, and the outside-the-classroom components of this unique program. Check out Sara's post to learn more about what to expect from the program.
Posted in: International Education, Florence, Italy
It can be difficult to stay positive during such uncertain times, but Sara is taking time to reflect on her experience in Florence and to focus on what she’s grateful for. Find out Sara’s takeaways from her time abroad and see what her remote learning experience is like.
Posted in: International Education, Florence, Italy
Culture shock and language barriers can be frustrating, yet motivating experiences. Sara blogs from Florence about the 4 stages of culture shock, understanding local etiquette, and how to adapt to changes. She also crafts out 10 tips to get you on track.
Continue ReadingPosted in: Florence, Italy, Language
CAPA blogger Sara Shriber loved her summer study abroad experience with CAPA Sydney so much that she decided to study abroad again for a whole semester! Read more to find out Sara's thoughts on studying abroad in Sydney vs Florence.
Posted in: Florence, Italy, Why Study Abroad
CAPA blogger Sara Shriber has just arrived in Florence and she is thrilled to be living among Florentines for the semester! Check out her apartment and charming neighborhood!
Posted in: Florence, Italy, Predeparture & Study Abroad Preparations
Meet Sara Shriber (she/her/hers), an official CAPA blogger in Florence, Italy for Spring 2020:
University: University of Pittsburgh
Major: Marketing and International Business certificate
Study abroad location: Florence, Italy
Internship or volunteer placement: N/A
What are you most excited for during your study abroad semester?
I am most excited about meeting new people, exploring Italy/Europe, and the Italian cuisine. Some of my friends studied abroad in Florence and loved it, so I am excited to experience it myself.
Posted in: Florence, Italy
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