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Traditions in Urbino

The Giovanelli Sisters enjoy life: “From the frying pan to the grill”

By Brendan Roth URBINO, Italy – On a sunny Saturday morning, dozens of trucks and vans drive to the highest point in the Renaissance town. Quickly they park, and canopies blossom from their roofs, quickly transforming into a line of shops three football fields long. The newly crafted market sells everything from produce, meat, hand-crafted hats, shoes and women’s lingerie. Vanessa Giovanelli offering us fried vegtables smiling right before the market starts, July, 2023. By Donovan Eveslage However, a truck wearing the title Dalla Padella Alla Brace – From the Frying pan to the Grill – seems especially popular with… Read More »The Giovanelli Sisters enjoy life: “From the frying pan to the grill”

Ben Schachterle

Ever since I started my freshman year at CSU, I knew I wanted to study abroad. I wanted to experience a different culture and expand my perspectives, and studying and living in Urbino allowed me to do just that. When I signed up for this program I had never heard of Urbino and had no idea what to expect, and now that it’s over I know I’ll never forget the time I spent here. Whether exploring the halls of the historic Ducal Palace, enjoying gelato in the piazza, or walking through Urbino’s gorgeous streets, every moment I spent here was… Read More »Ben Schachterle

Donovan Eveslage

At a young age, I always wanted to explore the world. Eventually, I plan to center my career as a journalist, immerse myself and learn a way of life that is different than mine through different cultures throughout the world. This interaction between people of diverse identities and cultures is so enriching that it has left people with everlasting memories and is something I strive to experience in my career. With no preference about where I wanted to go, I jumped at the opportunity to stay in Urbino, Italy. Staying there for over a month and a half, I got… Read More »Donovan Eveslage