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Angelica Berardi
Angelica Berardi
About Angelica
About Angelica
Angelica is a third-year student at Penn State University Park majoring in Finance and minoring in International Business. During summer 2024, Angelica studied abroad in Florence, Italy through our The World of Business and Italian Culture program.
Continue reading to learn more about Angelica's highlights of her time in Florence in her own words, why she chose her program, the lessons she took away, how studying abroad was formative to her future, and her advice for students interested in studying abroad!
Angelica in Cinque Terre for a day trip.
Angelica standing on the balcony from her classroom. The classroom was inside a renaissance palace overlooking Arno River.
The view from Angelica's apartment overlooking the Santa Croce church where a game of Calcio Storico being played in the piazza.
Angelica at a Vineyard in Tuscany for a History of Food and Culture class.
The view overlooking the ocean at Positano.
Angelica's Education Abroad Experience
Angelica's Education Abroad Experience
"Some of my favorite moments abroad include exploring the history of Italian culture and cuisine in HIST 360, as well as visiting many Italian small businesses during our Supply Chain class. Beyond the classroom, I had the opportunity to explore Florence's stunning churches, museums, gardens, and enjoy the city like a local. Along the way, I formed lasting friendships and ventured into other European cities, making the experience even more unforgettable.
I chose my education abroad program because I wanted to pursue an international business minor while studying in Italy. Penn State Global and my advisors recommended this program because it was led by Smeal faculty and aligned perfectly with my goals. The program was also reasonably affordable, and I received scholarships through the Smeal College of Business to support my travels.
What surprised me most about studying abroad was how different the lifestyle is in Italy. I was also amazed at how easy it was to travel around Europe by train and explore other cities. However, the biggest shock came when I returned home and realized that everything had stayed the same, despite the life-changing experiences I had gone through.
This is an amazing opportunity that you should definitely take advantage of! I met some of my best friends in Florence and gained so much confidence in myself! "
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