An opinion piece by Sophie Sares, Springfield College Umbra Rep for Spring 2026 There are many things that studying abroad has taught me. Many new experiences, adventures, faces, relationships, and even challenges, in just four months. Four months. Four months...
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An opinion piece by Elke Schrenk, Spring 2026 Students in the Food, Environment, and Sustainability (FSE) program concluded the semester with a capstone trip to the Emilia Romagna region. Students visited a number of producers to learn about how regional...
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An opinion piece by Sofia Abategiovanni Spring 26 Student Università per Stranieri di Perugia The first experience of buying clothes at a secondhand market is unforgettable. Purchasing “recycled fashion” benefits the environment and uplifts the spirit, giving a second life...
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An opinion piece by Elke Schrenk, Spring 2026 A recap of the Food, Sustainability, and Environment program for a trip to Scuola del Tartufo, where students learned about the process, history, and policy surrounding truffle cultivation. Truffles are a highly...
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An opinion piece by Elke Schrenk, Spring 2026 Planning travel can be stressful, especially in a new country. While in the US we are well accustomed to long road trips in our own cars, in Italy public transportation is the...
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An opinion piece by Elke Schrenk, Spring 2026 Aside from the city’s rich history and vibrant student life, Perugia is also well known for its chocolate. As a part of my Global Sustainable Business course, I was able to visit...
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