By: Jillian McCarthy, FFE, 2016-17 This was a tumultuous freshman year filled with many ups downs, and lots of new experiences that have forced me to grow up and become a better person. If you asked me a year ago where I would be today, I would definitely not have said Florence, where I am... Continue Reading →
Naples: A Progressive State
By: Petia Stoykova, BA, 2014-2018 Naples, a city with a strong reputation among Italians and greater curiosity to visitors, this destination is very popular among all travel lists, as the city develops and focuses on cultural awareness. The BA students were able to experience the Napolitano culture through local eyes. Arriving into the city with... Continue Reading →
Moroccan Adventures
By: Jean Hinkley, MA 2016-17 Leaving our computers and schoolwork in Florence, four lovely classmates and myself traveled to the Kingdom of Morocco for a ten-day spring break adventure. I typically resist looking at pictures of a place prior to visiting it, that way it is a completely fresh experience. Yet, I did arrive with... Continue Reading →
Kiev, Prague, and Budapest
By: Jillian McCarthy, FFE, 2016-17 Over the course of an eight week winter break I had the amazing opportunity to travel to former Soviet satellite countries - Ukraine, Czech Republic, and Hungary. First stop: to Kiev, Ukraine! Fortunately, I was able to stay with my friend (and fellow Marist student) Sasha and her family. I... Continue Reading →
