A week ago today I arrived in the breathtaking city that is Firenze. Its been a week and I still cannot believe I am living in Florence. Its amazing strolling the city, and spotting sites of masterpieces I studied at my home institution.  From dawn to dusk, Florence has so much to offer. The city is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Everyday I discover something new, and meet people that are nice and willing to help me practice my italian! The food here is unlike anything I have ever tasted! Italians take their food very seriously and I highly appreciate it. I am already learning so much of the culture, and am highly enjoying picking up another language.

Attending school in Florence is so different from attending school at Parsons in New York. Student teacher relationships and ratio are very different and more intimate than back home. I am in love with the city, walking around you can feel the history.

The apartment is in a great central location near the Ponte Veccio, which is already one of my favorite places in Florence.  It has been amazing having my friends from Parsons living with me and experiencing all the beauty that Firenze has to offer. I cannot wait to discover everything in the Tuscan Region.

– Maday , Parsons The New School of Design