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Your Personal GrowthPreparing for a life of fulfillment & positive impact
Personal growth
Why study abroad?
Professional growth Intellectual growth
Cultural awareness, open-mindedness,
confidence, and collaboration
Engagement with local organizations and individuals and
reflection
Global learning, resume building, job security, and salary
increases
Your Educational & Professional BenefitsPreparing for life after graduation
Study abroad alums saw their GPA rise
twice as quickly as a result of going abroad
compared to those who did not¹
92% of employers are looking for the skills
and traits that students develop in study abroad settings²
Students that travel tend to have higher salaries than those
who don’t³
GLOBAL LEARNING RÉSUMÉ BUILDING SALARY93% of students who
study abroad and entered the workforce were employed within 6
months of graduation, compared to 49% of
those who did not study abroad³
JOB SECURITY
Student Outcomes
May 2022 | 13 days
A Taste of Italy
Italy. Food. Need we say more? Italian cooking has long influenced the way people eat around the world and you’ll have the opportunity to experience it
firsthand. As you make your way through vineyards, farms, and family-run restaurants that feel like home, you’ll come to understand why food is the heart
of Italian culture.
Experience the winding vineyards and earthy farms that are at the heart of the Old Country. Taste the unique flavor of Italy through the lens of tradition—all while having enough time to stop and smell the basil. Devour culinary lessons that you can only learn from behind the stove and discover the meaning of the Slow Food movement that continues to influence the global community.
Our program
Explore FlorenceMake your way to the Piazzale Michelangelo for the best views and photos of Florence. Your Instagram followers will thank you.
Attend a cheese making demonstrationVisit Piedmont Farm, where you will sample delicious farm products, enjoy lunch and even see traditional pig farming.
Visit the Banca del VinoExplore this renowned museum and storage facility of some of the world’s most prestigious wines. Maybe even try a glass (or two!)
Enjoy a local food tastingEnjoy a Tuscan virgin olive oil tasting and learn how olive oil is made. You will sample a variety of mouth-watering delicacies.
Test your culinary skillsLearn from the experts in a cooking class, enjoying your tasty creation at the end.
Visit a local Parmigiano cheese factoryTest and savor one of the most prominent local culinary traditions. True or false, Parmesan cheese gets more flavorful with age? The answer is true!
Tour BolognaThere are so many incredible things to do in Bologna — Italy’s most underrated city in our opinion. And not just for food lovers, but art and history lovers, cinephiles, outdoor lovers, and the list goes on.
Visit the University of BolognaThe University of Bologna is the oldest existing university in Europe, founded in 1088 that educating almost 80,00 students.
•Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
•Day 2: Milan • Turin•Meet your Tour Director at the airport•Travel to Turin•Enjoy dinner in Turin, an area famous for playing host to Slow Food’s Salone del Gusto and Terra Madre conferences
•Day 3: Turin • Cuneo region•Travel via Turin sites to the Cuneo region, known for its specialized pasta called ravioli al plin•Take a tour of Turin•With an expert local guide you will see:•Piazza San Carlo, located between the impressive San Carlo and Santa Christina churches•The Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista, where the Shroud of Turin is kept•Enjoy dinner in Cuneo Region
Piazza San Carlo
Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista
•Day 4: Cuneo region•Visit Piedmont Farm, where you will:•Attend a cheese making demonstration•See traditional pig farming•Visit the Banca del Vino, the renowned museum and storage facility of the world’s most prestigious wines•Enjoy lunch at Piedmont Farm and sample delicious farm products•Spend a half day exploring Cuneo on your own
•Day 5: Cuneo region • Liguria region • Florence•Travel to Florence via Liguria, known for its fresh seafood and fragrant herbs•Enjoy dinner in Florence
Piedmont Farm
Banca del Vino
Day 6: FlorenceTake a guided tour of FlorenceWith your expert local guide you will see:•Piazza della Signoria, which is lined with classic statues•Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge where many of Florence’s famed leather and gold artisans still keep shop•Basilica of Santa Croce, where Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo and others are buried•Gates of Paradise, bronzed doors that depict scenes from the Old Testament and are considered an icon of the Renaissance
Day 7: Florence • San Miniato • BolognaTake an excursion to San Miniato, best known in culinary circles for its white trufflesEnjoy a local food tastingEnjoy a Tuscan virgin olive oil tasting, and learn how olive oil is made and sample a variety of mouth-watering delicaciesEnjoy lunch at a Slow Food Association restaurant, made in accordance to traditional Slow Food methodsTravel to Bologna, well-known for its famous dish—tagliatelleal Ragù—commonly known as spaghetti Bolognese
Piazza della Signoria
Gates of Paradise Tuscan virgin olive oil tasting
•Day 8: Bologna•Visit the University of Bologna, the oldest existing university in Europe founded in 1088•Take a tour of Bologna•With an expert local guide you will see:•Piazza del Nettuno, which features a once-controversial statue of Neptune and the seductive sirens•Basilica di San Petronio, Bologna's beloved church which was the site of Charles V coronation•Palazzo Comunale, Bologna’s 14th-century town hall•Test your culinary skills and learn from the experts in a cooking class, enjoying your tasty creation at the end
•Day 9: Bologna • Parma • Milan Region•Travel to the Milan Region via Parma, another culinary capital known for its meats and cheeses•Visit a local Parmigiano cheese factory to test and savor one of their most prominent local culinary traditions
University of Bologna
Parmigiano cheese factory
•Day 10: Milan Region • Rome•Travel by train to Rome, Italy's historic capital where the Roman Empire flourished and left an enduring mark•Spend a half day exploring Rome on your own
•Day 11: Rome•Take a guided tour of Rome•With your expert local guide you will visit:•Roman Forum, marking the former heart of the Roman Empire where Julius Caesar gave many of his political speeches•The Colosseum, the world’s most famous arena used for gladiatorial combat•Participate in a cooking class with an Italian chef as you learn to cook a traditional meal
cooking class
The Colosseum
•Day 12: Rome•Take a guided tour of Vatican City, the headquarter of the Roman Catholic Church and the Pope•With your expert local guide you will visit:•Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes•St. Peter’s Basilica, a site of religious and historical significance over which the Pope presides•Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome•You will see:•Trevi Fountain, Rome's iconic landmark•Pantheon, built to honor all the gods of Rome•Piazza Navona, a lively square lined with restaurants and shops•Spanish Steps, Europe's widest staircase•Enjoy dinner in Rome
•Day 13: Depart for home
Vatican City
Trevi Fountain
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*We’ll confirm exact departure and return dates approximately 3 months before departure.
Requesteddeparture
13-day program
When are we going?!Mark your calendars for travel sometime between...
May 22, 2022May 8, 2022 May 9, 2022 May 21, 2022
Earliestdeparture
Latestreturn
Who is helping us with planning?Our Partner: EF Education First – College Study
• World leader in international education
• More than 1 million students experience their programs each year
• 55+ years of experience
• 600+ schools & offices in 114 countries, including Italy
• Organizes all travel logistics and details
• Expert in safety, experiential learning, and building incredible study abroad programs
• Proven safety record during COVID
What safety measures can we expect?EF has us covered
EF provides our group with:
• 24/7 Personal Tour Director
• Local presence and safety teams in country
• 24-hour emergency line & real-time incident response
• Enhanced safety measures and protocols to align with COVID standards
• EF’s COVID Care Promise
• Support for my safety policies
EF is among the first recipients of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Safe Travels Stamp, certifying that EF adheres to strict safety and hygiene protocols.
For more info: efcollegestudy.com/safety
What’s included?As all-inclusive of a program as possible
Passport and visa fees
Airport baggage fees
Lunches and snacks
Spending money
Tips for your Tour Director
Round-trip airfare on major carriers
Safe, quality hotel rooms
Bilingual Tour Director with us 24/7
All transportation while abroad
Cultural & educationally blended itinerary
Guided tours and activities
Authentic breakfasts and select dinners
24/7 emergency support line
Help with travel prep & funding
Compare this to planning on your own + the added benefits of an
all-inclusive provider
Just a few things for you to cover:
Scholarships$ Purdue Moves Study Abroad Scholarships$ Agriculture Study Abroad Scholarships$ Departmental Scholarships$ National & International Scholarships
Financial Aid
How can you make it happen?Additional opportunities to fund your adventure
DIVERSITY, FINANCIAL, AND MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS FUNDED BY EF
Over 24 scholarships given annually by EF to students traveling on short-
term study abroad programs
OTHERFINANCIAL RESOURCES
Tap into additional resources EF provides like a Budget and Fundraising Guide; and explore our campus’ own
financial & advisory support
Your personal and professional growth
is guaranteed
This will help you get a job – proving you can get out of your own bubble and thrive
Our program balances our course objectives with once
in a lifetime experiences
This opportunity may not come
again for a while
An investment in yourselfAn invaluable experience that sets you up for the future
Apply ASAP• Routine Service – 18 weeks• Expedite Service – 12 weeks
USA - $145 – 10 years Passport pictures can be taken in AGAD 104 https://www.purdue.edu/IPPU/SA/About/Passports.html
Passports
Apply Now
• Apply online at https://www.studyabroad.purdue.edu/apply_online/studyabroadapplication.cfm?ProgramID=1095
• Spots fill up!• Stating you are interested – no
commitment• Once accepted, ask for a $500
deposit to secure your spot
