My study abroad experience was completely different from what I expected. The classic lessons you expect to learn about how different a culture or how to grow as a person do happen but the most wonderful experience I had while abroad was the people I was able to meet. Whether it was the local kebab shop owner right under my apartment or the amazing people in my program every single one of them affected my experience positively and have gave me a lastly memory that will be with me more than anything out of the whole trip. This has been such an amazing experience I can’t possibly try to explain every thing is have seen, felt, and have been blessed to be a part of this last month. Though my experience abroad has ended the effects it will have on my life never will. I can honestly say my time in Italy has been one of the best experiences of my life.

Max Gerdes

The first day I arrived in Torino I was instantly blown away by the culture and amazing history of the city! While you never really hear about Torino it is absolutely amazing being the fourth biggest city Italy, which allows you to experience real Italian culture while still being in a buzzing city. I have been able to learn so much since arriving here about international culture which has allowed me to not only develop in my school work but personally.

While Torino is amazing have also been given the opportunity’s to travel many cities in Italy. There is so many places and so much history I can’t nearly come close to listing all the places I have seen. I am only half way through my travel abroad experience and I can’t wait to see what lies in store for me to discover !

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Max Gerdes