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Persuasive Essay Study Abroad

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The country I have decided I am going to study abroad in is Italy. The five week trip begins with an arrival in Milan where I will meet the faculty who is leading the trip as well as the other students participating in the program. I have never flown before, so I’m a little nervous to be alone my first time flying, but it is one more step toward getting over my anxiety and proving to myself that I don’t need to be afraid of adventure.
Most of the trip will take place in Genova (Genoa), although there will be excursions throughout Florence, Rome, Cinque Terre, Torino, and the Alpi region, which is another reason I chose to participate in this particular study abroad program. If I am going to visit another country for five weeks, I want to be engulfed in the culture rather than just dipping my toe into the water. The fact that we will be visiting multiple cities across the country of Italy makes the trip more worthwhile, and definitely more immersive, than just visiting one or two cities.
I believe five weeks is a significant length of time for me to study abroad for many reasons. First of all, I am very close with my family, and I know I’d get home sick being away from them for any longer than that. Second of all, although I’d be fortunate enough to attend classes during my time in Italy, hence the term “study” abroad, I do still feel entitled to a summer break with my family and friends. Last but not least, I certainly don’t believe five weeks is too long of a trip. As I

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