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Students in Dickinson's spring 2024 Mosaic pose in Milan during their research trip to Italy.

The (Red) Devil Wears Prada

There are fascinating lessons sewn into fashion. Researching in Italy, students explored the culture, history, politics and ethics of Italian fashion, from fast fashion to couture.

Sofia-Teresa Di Bacco

The Power of Dedication

"Hard work and dedication can overcome any obstacle." Meet Sofia-Teresa Di Bacco ’26, who plans a career in law.

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Opening Opportunities: Nalleli Hassan '07

Now an HR executive at Bank of America's New York HQ, the former IB&M and Italian studies major finds exciting ways to give back.

Tony Trandafir '24

Student Snapshot: Tony Trandafir ’24

“Studying abroad expanded my worldview in ways I did not think were possible.” Meet Tony Trandafir ’24, a Posse Scholar and student leader who studied in Italy.

Chris Althouse '24

Scholarship Story: Chris Althouse '24

“Studying overseas was always a dream of mine. I am grateful to Dickinson and to all who support the Nilsson Scholarship for showing confidence in the Dickinson students who study in Bologna.”

Jacob DeCarli '22 in Italy, where he's working as a Fulbright Teaching Assistant.

Jacob DeCarli ’22

"I want to give back so that future Dickinsonians have access to scholarships and the same opportunities I had," says Jacob DeCarli ’22, a recent grad and current Fulbright English Teaching Assistant.

Mary Ritter

Student Snapshot: Mary Ritter ’23

Meet Mary Ritter ’23, who’s volunteered in Bologna, Italy, tackled internships in two states and researched imperial board games and toys in fascist Italy.

Lauren Orefice

Student Snapshot: Lauren Orefice ’24

“It’s so important to put yourself out there and try new things.” Meet Lauren Orefice ’24 (environmental studies), an a cappella singer and study-abroad student who served a writing internship in NYC.

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See, Learn and Engage the World With Alumni Global Adventures

Alumni Global Adventures are extraordinary opportunities to learn from Dickinson experts as you explore exciting destinations. Here are the trips we're planning for 2023.

Maeve Thistel

Student Snapshot: Maeve Thistel '24

Maeve Thistel ’24, an avid runner and anthropology major, has researched food insecurity and dietary diversity and plans a career in nutrition and integrative health.

Lia Gilmore

Student Snapshot: Lia Gilmore ’25

Meet Lia Gilmore ’25, a physics major and social-media wiz who's studying astronomical data reduction.

Students visiting Italy through a Dickinson summer program visited markets, restaurants, farms and gardens, production sites and more to learn about Italian food and culture.

Tasting ‘the Boot’

Students visiting Italy learn about global cultures and food systems while volunteering and studying abroad.

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Checking in With Students in Dickinson’s First Graduate Program

Dickinsonians reflect on the college's master's and certificate programs in managing complex disasters.

Chris Althouse '24

Student Snapshot: Chris Althouse ’24

Learn more about Chris Althouse '24, a Benjamin Rush Scholar and Italian studies major who interned at an Italian-American newspaper.

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Student Snapshot: Will Giguere ’23

Meet Will Giguere ’23, an international business & management and Italian studies double major who taught basic economics to Italian high-schoolers while studying abroad.

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