Re: Modern Italy Flyer

Yeah that's the flyer that started it all.. my upcoming trip to Italy. I am so excited yet there is so much to do before then. If anyone has advice on how to prepare for a trip please leave a comment. Thank you! :-)

Modern Italy Flyer

Dear Majors,

Before opening this course to all students, I am holding spots for history and history/education majors. If you are interested, please let me know as soon as possible and certainly not later than September 29th. A $100 deposit will be required to reserve your place and travel is required for the course. Modern Italy will fulfill European history and elective history requirements. I hope many of you can join me for this exciting opportunity!

In this course, we will trace the history of Italy from 1815 to the present, looking at its remarkable change from a divided, agrarian land into a leading western nation. We will examine Italy's many compelling contradictions from unification and regionalism to the strong presence of both the Mafia and the Vatican. Along the way, we will discuss the rise of Fascism, social movements and terrorism, reflect on Italy's transformation from a country of emigration to one of immigration, and consider its role in contemporary Europe as the center of food, fashion and film.

NEW THIS YEAR! TRAVEL COMPONENT!

To learn about Italian unification (the Risorgimento) we will spend the Winter Break (February 21-March 1) in Italy with stops in Rome, Florence, Turin, and Milan. The estimated cost is $2800/person (with 15 participants).

SAfety CoNCErNs

By the way,my boyfriend,the love of my life,is half Italian and half Irish. He was talking to me on the phone last week and he mentioned that he was a bit jealous and most importantly he feared because of the issue of me taking a plane flight. What was I supposed to tell him?Why didn't he tell me earlier? Why doesn't he just say what he feels at the moment? I value his important tremendously....I understand his concerns after our conversation but how I am supposed to turn down this opportunity? I've always wanted to travel to Europe! And honestly isn't there always risks in life, in general?

Passport

So as I start to prepare for my trip to Italy, I realize that I need to apply for a passport. The only two places that I have traveled to is Florida and Puerto Rico. I have always wanted to travel to Europe and then I had an opportunity to do so. I leaped at this chance and quickly filled out the application and gave in my deposit. By the way, this trip to Italy is being offered by my college and is linked to a history course that I will take during the spring semester. I filled out an online form for the passport application...but now I have to go to the Post Office. I have no idea where is the nearest location close to my school...better look for it soon.

A few more details....

I am a college freshman and I've been thinking what the hell am I going to do with my life. Currently, I am a history major...and I am wondering what career could I have. I am a member of the history club, gaelic society and pathfinders club. For winter break, I am going on a trip to Italy,hence,the Italy map icon....

brief iNTRO

Hi. My name is angelbear925. I am a college student in a suburban small town near Albany. I just wanted to find a place where I can write periodically and relieve some stress and have the ability to express my thoughts and feelings. Today has been a turning point in my life. This morning, I found out that my grandmother died of a heart attack and just a few days before,on my 18th birthday, she came to visit me at college....so much has changed since then.I am still kind of shocked at the recent news...but life has to go on,right?