best college decision I made

It was studio time 24/7. Amazing teachers. Phenomenal field trips. Talk about art immersion. There was the perfect balance between work and free time, which allowed you to pour yourself in to your studio classes, but also be absorbed by the culture. The art history class taught by Helen was amazing. My friends would agree that this class took us to places we had never been and taught us things we never knew. It was an in class and on-site experience which truly brought everything full circle. To learn about a specific monument and go visit that same monument on the weekend was the most exciting part.
One of my favorite parts was the living experience. I lived in an apartment with 3 other room mates. We became close, and spent evenings together cooking, or out on the town. We went shopping together at the Mercato Centrale and got to know the best local spots.
I loved the freedom that this program offered in our "off" time. I got to know so many people who study different things than I do, which made for a truly rich experience.
This program completely solidified my desire to be an artist and I am still benefitting from my time there.