Submitted by Emily Workman on the 2024 Spring semester program in Rome, Italy…
My first week in Rome has been very busy! Just this week we saw the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps. My friends and I have walked so much in these last few days and it has been awesome to have all these historical sites within walking distance from our apartment. It has been amazing weather to explore this week because it’s been between 50-60 degrees which to me is so warm compared to home. Also, I have enjoyed a lot of food this week. I tried cacio e pepe, lots of pizza slices, gelato, and croissants & coffee for breakfast. It is hard to not like the food here, but it’s definitely been an adjustment eating so many carbs. Overall, I am looking forward to the rest of the semester and continuing to explore and learn more about Italian culture and history! (January 13, 2024)