- Adam
- Western Michigan University
- 2016 Fall
LIFE Lessons From My First Week Abroad 09/20/16
Oh man, where do I begin, This first week has been nothing but fun, experiential, and a giant stepping stone for myself. I was/have been able to connect with so many people in so little time. Whether it was through the Leadership Institute (LIFE) or just finding commonalities between complete strangers, I can already say […]
- Mallory
- Furman University
- 2016 Fall
The Adventure Begins: Why I Chose to Study Away 09/14/16
As my departure date gets closer and closer, the reality that I am about to leave home for the next three months is really starting to sink in. My excitement is at an all-time high and I just want to be there now, even though I know I’m not prepared at all. (I currently have […]
- Adam
- Western Michigan University
- 2016 Fall
Study Abroad 101: Final Thoughts Before Going Abroad 09/12/16
Buongiorno! (That pretty much exhausts my Italian.) My name is Adam and I’m ecstatic about studying abroad in Italy! It’s always been an appealing country to me (and my stomach). The culture, history, scenery, etc. are just some of the things that I’m excited to explore. I’ve heard great things about the entire CIMBA program, […]
- Samantha
- University of Minnesota
- 2016 Summer
A New Beginning: Reflections on my Time Abroad 07/11/16
As I pulled away from the Bassano train station, I realized this was my last endeavor as a college student. Going forward, I’m no longer surrounded by students of similar interest who are on the same journey as I am. Now I’ve realized Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota has built a great […]
- Kaden
- Kansas State University
- 2016 Summer
Going to Class, Company Tours, and Everything in Between: Final Reflections on Study Abroad 06/30/16
“Life is so much easier when you just chill out.” – Unknown. When I signed up for my study abroad experience here in Italy, I knew that I would have my eyes opened to a new culture, experience new things, and overall grow as a person. However, I never imagined that I would see so […]
- Katie
- The University of Iowa
- 2016 Summer
The Marvelous Hues of Life Abroad: A Reflection on the Greatest Month of My Life 06/28/16
The ground suddenly jerks below me. We have definitely hit American ground. It’s more nerve-wracking than I expected it would be. It takes everything I have to open up the shutter next to me. I see visions of deep gray and moody. Yep, this is definitely Chicago. Don’t get me wrong, I love my country. […]
- Megan
- Western Michigan University
- 2016 Summer
What I Learned through CIMBA and Being Abroad 06/27/16
Where to start? I learned something new every single day while being abroad. CIMBA is a program that encourages you to experience new things and learn from both success and failure. The major aspects the program and being abroad taught me was how to finance myself, embrace change, interact with people from different backgrounds, and remain […]
- Samantha
- University of Minnesota
- 2016 Summer
Why I Spent My Last Weekend Abroad Traveling Solo 06/22/16
Solo travel can be a scary thought. We are all so dependent on our friends and family to guide us through our lives, that sometimes we lose track of who we actually are and how to be independent. We can jump from one relationship to the next, platonic or not, to identify ourselves and have […]
- Kaden
- Kansas State University
- 2016 Summer
Rick Steves Doesn’t Know Everything: How to See the Real Italy 06/21/16
If you are going to travel to Europe and you haven’t heard of Rick Steves, you should do a quick Google search. Over the years, Rick Steves has produced several excellent guides to help you hit all of the key parts of Europe, including monuments, museums, and restaurants. I suggest you use them when you […]
- Megan
- Western Michigan University
- 2016 Summer
Italy Surprises! 5 Common Things You Weren’t Expecting on Your Trip to Italy 06/14/16
The large majority of Americans are not accustomed to European lifestyles. For me, it took around two weeks to finally grasp the common ins and outs of daily Italian life. My frequent comment of, “I was not expecting that”, quickly became, “It’s an Italian thing”, as I continuously ran into the following five Italian norms: 1. Bathrooms […]
About CIMBA Italy
VIDEO SPOTLIGHT
