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I have been able to participate
in many of the gatherings that Amy, Audra and
Rocky have hosted. I would like to take this opportunity
to say that these events have been so much fun!
Not only are they educational, but they are a
great way to meet new people and see many great
things. With this I would like to say Thank You
to all of you. Thank you for thinking of us!!
Your work is greatly appreciated!
Resident Student
Fall 2006
I would like to take the
time to applaud the new resident life aspect of
AUR. The cultural nights with Amy and Audra have
been very rewarding. As a transfer student, perhaps
if my other university had had a program such
as this, I would have stayed. I experienced the
Italian cooking lesson, gelato chocolate, and
coffee tour, and "Under the Tuscan Sun"
movie night. Learning how to make pasta the Italian
style, finding the best gelato in Roma, and further
notice the Italian dream of Americans by Hollywood
to relate it to real day to day living in Italy,
were all wonderful experiences for me. Coming
to Italy, I had many concerns of the credibility
of my chosen university, how fast I will adapt
on the way of life and language, and also how
long it will take me to learn all there is to
know as a foreigner. One particular day, I was
feeling exhausted from a long day of class, missing
my family and my dad's cooking, and confused with
some of the prior thoughts of my friends, whether
or not to indeed decide to stay here for three
years. Will I be able to take the graffiti, traffic
cacophony, and lack of a hearty breakfast? Will
I ever grasp the Italian language and understand
more than 3 words? Will I ever find a balance
between work and play, time for gelato and a time
for mopping, and time to start my research paper
between all the new cultural nuances? Will I ever
figure out where to buy a stamp and where the
real teens here hang out instead of Campo di Fiori?
A renaissance of good ideas, feelings that I was
doing the right thing, and thoughts that I was
indeed where I should be overcame me when I was
at their AUR apartment, learning about different
olives, how to make bucatini, and finally experiencing
one of those long and filling Italian meals between
friends. Amy, Audra, and Rocky gave us advice
of all types, which was even more valuable since
it came from real AUR graduates. They shared stories
and made us feel welcome in the city and school.
They taught us about the cultural confusions on
the origin of bucatini, how to taste a good glass
of wine, and gave us samples of cheeses and olives
that I had never tasted. All of a sudden, I was
encouraged to learn as much as possible in my
current surroundings. I fell in love with the
idea of staying here, and the confusions dissipated.
I was given strength through their success at
being educated American ambassadors in Rome. Over
all, I felt relieved with my choice to stay and
graduate at AUR from here on this night. Thank
you for this program for it has affected me personally.
Resident Student
Fall 2006
My View's From Past Semesters
Cooking classes
All AUR students can choose to take cooking courses
with a professional American Chef specialized
in Italian cuisine. Chef Dana organizes classes
in her own kitchen for small groups of students
at a student price. A course normally consists
of 4 separate classes each with a special theme.
For more information, check out Dana’s website
www.bluaugergine.com
“To be able take a cooking class while at
AUR proved to be a very interesting component
of my study abroad experience. While exploring
various regional cuisines, we were given a taste
and the keys to truly getting a distinct taste
of Italy!”
Davis Godbout
Study Abroad Fall 2005
Broome
Community service at Caritas
One builds up many expectations and sets many
goals before leaving on a trip (especially if
one is going to be studying abroad for four moths),
but never did I think or include in my plans an
experience such as doing community service in
a hostel for the homeless in Rome. When Hanna
said during orientation that there was a volunteer
opportunity for any of those who where interested
it immediately sparked my attention but little
did I know it was going to be one of the most
memorable experiences of my life.
The experience was more than gratifying, going
back there week after week not only gave me the
immersion I was looking for, it also allowed me
to see a face of Rome that a typical traveler
has no access too. I do not regret having gotten
involved! I absolutely loved the experience and
recommend it to anyone. The people at the hostel
are all extremely nice and go out of their way
to make you feel welcomed. If you are like me,
you will be crying when its time to finally go
home L! They do a labor of love and love is felt
all over. Volunteers of all shapes and sizes work
together to help those that need it the most.
It is an amazing feeling for me to be able to
go back home and know that I helped make a difference.
Moreover, I established bonds and friendships
that will last a lifetime. I definitely feel I
am leaving a part of me behind. I’m grateful
to AUR, especially Student Services, for these
wonderful memories. THANK YOU!
Anibel Cuello
Study Abroad Spring 2005
CCIS
As my first time leaving the country, Rome and
The American University of Rome have been one
of the best experiences of my life! There is always
something going on here and friendly people at
student services that will show you where to go
to have a good time. The professors also have
really tried to reach out and get to know me as
a person. It is not uncommon for students to sit
with a professor at the local bar to get a cappuccino.
Also, the diversity of this school is unmatched,
my home school of Robert Morris University claims
to be diverse by having students from every state
and seven foreign countries. Being at AUR I have
met people from all of the European countries
and some African and Middle Eastern countries,
along with people from the States. After going
back home it will be nice to know whatever country
I visit, I will probably have a friend to contact,
and when you’re in foreign countries, friendly
faces can be invaluable!
Chad Van Horn
Study Abroad Fall 2004
Robert Morris University
My name is Rashidat Odeyemi. I was a study abroad
student fall 2004. I really enjoyed my time here
because of the great student services team of
the university. They planned some wonderful trips
and activities that helped me to make some new
friends, take a break from my roommates, and have
time to hang out with the other students from
my home school. The people in student services
are helpful with all the possible questions you
could have about Rome from how to cure swollen
and excessive bites to translating the names of
art supplies from English to Italian. They also
spared no expense in having the best for their
students. They allowed my mother to participate
in the trip to Pompeii and we stayed in beautiful
hotels where the head boards were trimmed in gold,
paint that is. Thanks soo much Hanna and Stefano
for making my study abroad experience to Rome
a memorable one…
Rashidat Odeyemi
Study Abroad Fall 2004
Philadelphia University
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