• Julianna

Giving Thanks Abroad 11/29/17

Spirits were high in Istituto Filippin as the highly anticipated Thanksgiving feast was approaching. Everyone anxiously waited in line, ready to have a little taste of home. To keep us occupied, the CLC’s provided boards to write what we were thankful for. Some highlights on the boards were “Family,” “Dr. Al,” and even “U.S. GAAP.” […]

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Pizza Making in Asolo 11/20/17

After returning from an exciting weekend in Amsterdam, what better way to cure the Monday blues than to attend a pizza making class with Asolo’s very own, Sevario! Sevario has owned Bar Pizzeria Cornaro for over 20 years. His displays his expertise by how effortlessly his rolls out the dough, his vast knowledge on pizza, […]

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“Women in the Workforce” Workshop 11/10/17

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend a workshop led by one of CIMBA’s best professors: Charla Caponi. The workshop was about succeeding as a woman in business, so of course, Charla was the perfect choice to lead it. As a member in Women in Business Club at my home university, I didn’t see much […]

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Traveling Tips! 10/30/17

Spirits are high at CIMBA with travel week approaching. Everyone is studying for their last few exams before the break, starting to pack, and planning exactly what they want to see for the 10 days off. Overall, planning weekly trips is super exciting but also a bit stressful. Here is a list of some helpful […]

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When L.I.F.E. Hits 10/24/17

After less than a week of getting to know each other, my new friends and I started the LIFE program (Leadership Initiative for Excellence). LIFE can best be described as an intensive leadership program in which we broke through our barriers, learned to be passionate, and accepted vulnerability. With all the ups and downs, I […]

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Local Appreciation – Bassano, Monte Grappa, and Crespano 10/23/17

Although Paderno has a population of 2000 people, that doesn’t stop it from providing a weekend full of exciting adventures. Between the night life of Bassano, the breathtaking views from the summit of Monte Grappa, and the bustling Sunday Market in Crespano, there was never a dull moment. We began our weekend by checking out […]

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First Travel Weekend! 10/23/17

So much happened in such a quick four-day travel weekend that I don’t even know where to begin. Although there were some bumps in the road, overall, it was a success! My friends and I decided to visit Barcelona and London this weekend. In hindsight, it probably wasn’t the best idea to pick these two […]

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What I Learned From The DaVinci Challenge 09/21/17

Three days after our arrival to Paderno del Grappa, every student spent the day participating in the DaVinci Challenge.  This challenge is a team-building event that uses extreme trust exercises to help connect a group. The tasks were difficult, not only because we were all jet-lagged, but also because we hadn’t formally gotten to know each other […]

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Pre-Departure Dos and Don’ts 09/18/17

In preparation for my first study abroad experience, the past few weeks have been nothing short of hectic. Learning to step out of my comfort zone to book this trip was a learning experience within itself. Over the course of this summer, I have prepared for this trip not only materialistically with supplies, but also […]

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