"Even though my parents gave me a hard time about taking this trip to study abroad in Italy... when I returned they noticed how the experiences I had been through had made me a greater person in all aspects of the word. I am so glad I took the initiative to make this trip a reality and now I know I can accomplish anything!

Part of life is about learning to grow as an individual and also to broaden your mind by experiencing things you always wanted to, but never thought you could. Only after you have done this, can you say that you have actually lived your life to the fullest. You see... dreams "do" come true!"

Veronica Parga
International Program, Italy 2001