My Second Sicilian Family

Franca runs the SCIE Center so that you are not only attending a study abroad program, but are gaining a Sicilian family. She truly cares so much about all of the students involved with SCIE. Franca ensured that I always felt safe & welcome. She went above and beyond in ensuring that my dietary needs were met (vegan) while I was studying Nutrition in Sicily- something that is not always an easy feat, especially when I did not know much Italian. SCIE programs allowed me to travel all over Sicily, from Noto to Taormina to Trapani- learning about history & nutrition, & having FUN every step of the way. She truly made this study abroad absolutely flawless & I will forever consider her a Sicilian sister. She opened up her home & heart to us all!