Maria Bonsignore
My name is Charlotte and I'm a senior at Penn State studying Human Development and Sociology. I like traveling, baking, k-pop, rabbits, and collecting scrunchies!
Blogs by Maria Bonsignore
Coping From 5,000 Miles Away
Studying abroad can feel like a dream come true, but when tragedy strikes it can be particularly difficult to cope without your family, friends, and support...
Traveling Will Change You - Embrace It!
When you start to accumulate experiences, both exciting and uncomfortable, you begin to notice the many subtle ways that you've changed. Through studying abroad...
Day 1 in Rome: Getting There is Half the Fun...Maybe?
They say the journey is half the fun, but it can also be a bit stressful! There's a lot to plan for before setting off, but it's not nearly as intimidating as...
Pre-departure Anxiety? You're Not Alone!
If you feel anxious about studying abroad, take comfort in knowing that you're not the only one! There may be challenges along the way, but they don't have to...