My First 10 Experiences Studying Abroad in Siena, Italy
Written by Maya Lambdin (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Fall 2026 First CET excursion. Cortona, a beautiful hilltop town in Tuscany. We spent the day
Study Abroad in Italy: Culture Shocks & My Favorite Things About Florence
Written by Sofia Gonzalez (University of Wisconsin-Madison), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Summer 2026 Before studying abroad, I knew life in Italy would be different from life in
6 Tips for Studying Abroad in Siena, Italy
Written by Laura Segura (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Summer 2026 As my time in Siena is coming to an end, here are some pieces
Siena Week in My Life: Palio Edition
Written by Laura Segura (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Summer 2026 What is Palio? Palio Palio Palio. I kept hearing this word leading up to
A Summer Day in My Life in Florence, Italy
Written by Sofia Gonzalez (University of Wisconsin-Madison), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Summer 2026 In Florence, every day is a little different. Often I feel adventurous and up
Studying Abroad as an Introvert
Written by Laura Segura (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Summer 2026 Studying abroad isn’t just physically stepping outside of your comfort zone; it also involves
Benvenuti a Firenze: Studying Abroad in Florence, Italy for a Summer
Written by Sofia Gonzalez (University of Wisconsin-Madison), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Summer 2026 Studying abroad is an amazing opportunity, but adjusting to life in a different
Top 5 Culture Shocks After One Week in Siena, Italy
Written by Laura Segura (University of Virginia), Student Correspondent for CET Siena, Summer 2026 Culture shocks are very natural to experience when you travel to other continents or
La Primavera (The Spring) in Florence, Italy
Written by Ava Marcus (Cornell University), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Spring 2026 Florence has been an exciting city to explore, housing museums overflowing with art and restaurants
My Home Away From Home
Written by Ava Marcus (Cornell University), Student Correspondent for CET Florence, Spring 2026 Florence has been an incredible city to study abroad in, offering wonders everywhere I turn.