Rome, Italy
I will be studying abroad in Rome, Italy in June. I’m really excited, and a bit nervous. I’m not looking forward to the long flight to get there, but it will be worth it.
The last time I went to Rome was about 10 years ago and only for a few hours. However, I instantly fell in love with the Eternal City and have been wanting to go back, if not move there, ever since.
While I am there I will have to keep a journal and write a ten page paper to waive the B.A. in international studies internship requirement at the University of New Orleans. On top of this, I will also be taking two courses:
Papal Rome: Art & Culture in the Renaissance and Baroque
Introduction to drawing – My drawing is mediocre and I will be expected to draw some of the greatest monuments and buildings in history. This should be both challenging and comical.
Most of the classes will take place in the city of Rome itself in museums, churches, parks, etc. I predict as a result of this I will get a tan and lose a few pounds, assuming I can control my intake of delicious Italian food.
I will be studying in Rome for the entire month of June. We will also go on a trip to Florence, and I will probably go on the optional excursion with my drawing class to Venice. After they all leave I plan on going to Sicily to see my relatives. I will try to keep you all posted on my adventure =)
