Students from the will participate in a new study abroad opportunity at for the first time this spring. A group of 12 second-year students studying aerospace, civil, environmental and mechanical engineering聽will be a part of this newly launched program.
Engineering students will participate in a new study abroad opportunity at SU Florence this spring.
鈥淭he beauty of this program is that students are able to experience unique opportunities in Italy while completing courses that contribute to their major鈥 keeping them on track,鈥 says , senior associate dean at the college.
In addition to taking courses related to engineering, students will take an introductory Italian language course. They will be immersed in Italian culture,聽participate in field trips across the country to visit global companies, including General Electric, and see historical sites in Rome. They will also make a special trip to take in the engineering and artistic marvels of Leonardo da Vinci鈥攁n experience inspired by a course taught by of the and of the .
While this is a pilot program, it is expected to聽become an annual offering. If you have any questions or interest in taking part in this program in the future, please contact , director of the college鈥檚 student records and study abroad.
