The opportunity to study abroad has been a one of a kind experience with new adventure around every corner. Being able to learn about Spain and Italy and their defining periods up until today has expanded my knowledge and understanding of progress through technological advancements, cultural exchanges, and political turmoil that has affected these nations throughout their long history. We spoke a lot about the Mediterranean Diet. I discovered the Mediterranean diet is not inherently Mediterranean in its origin due to events in history like the Columbian Exchange which acted as the catalyst for the continued global expansion of trade around the world.
The opportunity to study abroad is a one-of-a-kind experience with new adventures around every corner. Learning about Italy expanded my knowledge and understanding of technological advancements, cultural exchanges, and how politics have impacted their history.