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Jesenia Cordero

University of Old Dominion

Author Note

Jesenia Cordero, College of Science, Department of Psychology, Old Dominion University

Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Jesenia Cordero, College of

Health Sciences, Department of Psychology, Old Dominion

University. Norfolk, VA 23529

Jcord009@odu.edu
 Expectations

I wanted a new experience in traveling somewhere else; therefore, I signed for study

abroad. I travel before and I know for a fact that I love to travel. I never been to Italy. So, I

decided in year 2017 I will go there. I hope to gain more knowledge about other cultures. In

America there are many different diversities that I'll like to explore. I thought to myself the best

way to really understand a person culture if one visits their country. I see this happen in person.

For example, I took my best friend to Ecuador. She is full American; however, her experience

their changed her mind set. She now understands more of my culture which is nice to

contribute it within our conversation.

Also, I believe that study abroad is a great quality to have in ones resume. That I was able to go

to a different country and what I have learn from school I was able to apply it in the country I

went to. Therefore, the job I am am aiming for see that I am a well around person and I can bring

to the table of what I have learn through my college years. If they do not agree that I am a well

around person, then I would go somewhere else. I would even go to a company that an Italian

person runs. So, I can have a better connection and understanding with my boss. These can apply

to any of my classmates as well. They would have a real relationship with a coworker or a boss

that is Italian in his or her job.

Since Italy is an academic experience, I anticipate to be respectful and open minded with

traditional rules within Rome. I hope to travel in a friendly group and be surrounds in a friendly

environment.
I hope to see the coliseum, pantheon, and other landmarks that are historical. I like to learn the

history, language, gestures, and how Italians life their lives. I think the best part is founding

yourself in a foreign country while soaking up the beauty that surrounds one and eating the good

food there. The knowledge will gain is another addition to the trip. I think the worst thing that

could happen during the trip is the language barrier. I also adapting to a different life style.