Alexandria Craven

It feels like just yesterday I was packing my suitcase into the car and heading to the airport to embark on my journey to Urbino, Italy. I never thought I would have the opportunity to study abroad, meet people in a new land, and gain an understanding in journalism. Traveling on a plane for the first time to Urbino I did not know what to expect, but I can truly say it was well worth the trip. I have been surrounded by a beautiful place full of amazing history, built relationships with locals, traveled to surrounding cities, and met new friends that will always have a place in my heart. From the events during the day, to the night life in Urbino, weekend excursions, and loads of gelato this experience was like no other. I am grateful for the experience and would recommend this program to anyone from all backgrounds. Looking at pictures through a computer screen paint a nice scene but coming to Urbino you find so much more and realize it is not the same. Stepping outside my comfort zone has been so rewarding and I would not trade this for the world. Thanks to my family, friends, and ieiMedia for making this possible.