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"The
day I left Rome is the day I finally understood its nickname of
the Eternal City, because ever since that day Rome has been eternally
with me."
- Veronica Kessenich,
1998-1999 |
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"The Rome Program gave me the
opportunity to explore the world, learn more about myself, and develop
close ties with other people on the program. I had great experiences
while living in Italy that helped shape who I am today. I will always
cherish Rome and the many memories from that year..."
- Lauren Cangelosi, 1998-1999 |
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" My year abroad was a truly wonderful
experience. It was enriching, exciting, fun, magical, and priceless!
I will always cherish the memories and friendships I have from one
of the most beautiful cities in the world - Rome!
- Diane Kompare, 1998-1999 |
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year in Rome was such an amazing time for me. Whether it was visiting
churches that have been around for hundreds and hundreds of years
or simply watching toursits (American, especially), I felt like
I was learning something every day I was there. Rome taught me so
much about myself and what I want out of life. What an amazing experience!
I can't express how much my time in Rome means to me. LIVING in
another country, not JUST visiting, can completely change a person,
but only if you let it! I am so thankful that I was open to this
new and wonderful experience!"
- Eileen Scubelek,
1999-2000 |
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"Rome was so far the best experience of my life.
No matter where you are or whom you are with there are endless amounts
of things to do! I encourage everyone to look into studying in Rome.
It's definitely an experience of a lifetime that you will cherish
for the rest of your life."
-Bethany Schmidt, Fall 2000 |
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in Italy -- culture, language, religion, art, history, fashion --
things I could before have only read and dreamt about. Choosing
to study abroad is the most wonderful thing I have ever done. I
never once stop and think about what I missed out because I was
in Europe for the semester, I only know of the experience everyone
else around here missed."
-Anniee Furman, Fall 2000
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"My experience in Rome changed my life. The Vatican,
Saint Peter's Basilica, the Pantheon, the Colosseum, the Spanish
Steps, and all the arts of Rome are breathtaking sights and forever
memorable."
-Leslie Laski, Fall 2000 |
"The Rome Program was a life-changing experience for
me! Not only did I have fun meeting new people and seeing sights,
I learned a lot about myself, too! There is just something about
Rome that separates you from the rest of the world to reflect,
learn, act and have fun! God, I wish I were there now!"
-Brooke Verbosky, Spring 2000
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"I will not learn as much in four years of college
as I did in three months on the Rome Program. I made the greatest
friends who became family to me. I only wish I had stayed the year."
-Roberta Ryherd, Fall 2001
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of my life. I almost did not go to Rome for fear of the unknown
and of missing family and friends. Since living in Rome, I am a
stronger person. I can handlle anything life throws my way. Also,
I made the best friends of my life, and without them, Saint Mary's
would not be the same. The only regret I have about Rome is not
staying the whole year, but sometimes, three months is better than
not at all."
-Melissa Nix, Fall 2001 |
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"Rome was the best experience of my life. Not only
did I get to travel and learn about other cultures but I gained
valuable friendships, independence, and everlasting memories."
-Lynn Busse, Fall 2001 |
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experience of my life. If I had not gone I would have regretted
forever. I learned more about myself and other people in three months
than I ever have before"
-Molly Mulvihill, Fall 2001 |
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"While the memories will always be with me, with
time, some of those vivid details that I hold so close to my heart
may fade. However, when I look at the hundreds of pictures that
I took in Italy; when I gaze fondly at those huge smiles, bright,
shining faces, and dazzling eyes, I will remember forever the happiest
and most invigorating time of my life. Italy leaves her legacy on
all who enter her bellezza. The gift that she gave me...fulfillment."
-Francesca Muscarello, Fall 2003
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exceeded my expectations! My experiences, as well as the friends
I made, will never be forgotten."
-Emily Long, Spring 2005
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"The Rome Program was
a terrific opportunity to discover myself as well as learn about
the world around me. I think about my time there every day and am
so thankful I had the chance to be a part of it. I will never forget
the year I spent in Rome!"
-Melissa Chandler, 2004-2005 |
"My year abroad shaped my entire life:
I became more confident, more open-minded, and more appreciative
of world cultures. The Saint Mary's Rome Program started me on
a life long journey of self-discovery--one I hope will never come
to an end!"
-Gracie Guebert, 2004-2005
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"Rome changed me in ways that I never
anticipated. Life there was surreal and amazing. I didn't expect
to learn so much about the world and about myself! It was by far,
one of the best decisions I've ever made!"
-Carolyn Maltby, 2006-2007
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