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Azzan Shy

Studying abroad was something I used to always wanted to do but for a while it just hadn’t worked out. Now in my senior year of college I finally had the money to study abroad and my past month in Italy has surpassed my expectations. Practicing journalism in a foreign country has been challenging in the most rewarding way possible. It has forced me to think and work in ways I haven’t before and it has introduced me to so many new things and great people. My month in Urbino has given me the desire to continue to travel to… Read More »Azzan Shy

Alli Bodenschatz

Studying abroad in Italy has provided immense opportunities for me as a student and a tourist. This program has expanded my knowledge about media and storytelling, but also about myself and the wonderful collogues I collaborated with. The travel experiences have improved my adaptability, problem solving skills, and have helped me become more independent individual. Urbino has such a special place in my heart, and I will forever cherish the memories of daily gelato, aperitivo, and endless croissants. University: James Madison Unviersity Major: Media Arts & Design (Interactive Design)

Kate Talley

Before coming on this trip, I could only think about it passively. I had no clue what to expect; with the city, the people, or the program itself. I certainly didn’t expect it to be as incredible as it is. I have been given the chance to expand my horizons in a way I will never be able to do again. This quaint and beautiful place looks like a page from a fairytale, although it would not feel like one without the people I’ve met and the experiences I’ve had. I have formed new friendships with people that I never… Read More »Kate Talley

Madi Rohm

Living in Urbino the last month has been my first international long-term travel experience. This program has readied me for an adventure of a lifetime on which I am about to embark. I will be solo traveling across Europe for the next 2 months, loosely staying in 6 different countries for varying durations of time. I am a recent college graduate and will be getting my diploma following the completion of this course. I graduated with a degree in Media Arts and Design (SMAD) and have 3 years of professional experience in digital marketing, specifically social media marketing and content… Read More »Madi Rohm

Nora Jackson

I entered the Urbino study abroad program with no experience in media/journalism or knowing anyone in the program. During my month in Urbino I have learned so much, I really enjoyed learning about photography. I have made many great friends and I know I’ll have memories of my time here for the rest of my life. My plans for the future are hiding under my Urbino dorm bed and hoping they don’t notice so I can stay. University: James Madison University  Major: Architectural Design  Hometown: Leesburg, Virginia 

Emma Ihara

In June of 2017 I visited Italy for two weeks with my best friends, and I have been dying to return ever since. When I saw the opportunity to study abroad in Urbino and travel on weekends, I jumped at the chance to apply. This trip has allowed me to make so many new friends and learn what it really means to be abroad. From my weekend travels to Florence and Tuscany, and Sirolo and Castellano, I learned that even when all hope seems lost, a few kind locals will go out of their way to help a group of… Read More »Emma Ihara

Charlie Jackson

I am a Senior at Colorado State University, studying Journalism. I enjoy taking portraits of people, shooting photo and video of cars, and I enjoy the editing of photo and video as well. I aspire to work in the automotive media world whether that be with tv or magazines or social media. Traveling and doing media abroad has helped my understanding of language barriers, and how to break down media to be enjoyed by all.