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Sophia Ferraro

As a TV show and film fan, I enjoy watching animated content (huge on Pixar and Studio Ghibli!), with my favorite movie being Howl's Moving Castle and my favorite show being The Office. I have two dogs named Luna and Fiolo, and I enjoy the beach!

Term:

2024 Summer 1

Program:

Sydney Summer - Internship

Destination:

Sydney, Australia

Home University:

Florida State University

Major:

English, Film Studies

Blogs by Sophia Ferraro

The Sydney Opera House at night

Sophia Ferraro, Aug 11, 2024

A Summer of Learning: My Final Reflections on Studying Abroad in Sydney

My final reflections on studying abroad in Sydney after returning back home.

Homesickness Mental Health Internship/Community-Based Learning Re-Entry

A picture of the Sydney Opera House and the surrounding city from the ferry.

Sophia Ferraro, Aug 8, 2024

Top 5 Moments Studying Abroad in Sydney

My top 5 memories made while traveling abroad in Sydney!

Daily Life Field Trip/Travel

A picture of the Sydney Opera House and the surrounding city from the ferry.

Sophia Ferraro, Jul 15, 2024

The Price of Being Far Away

How I experience and deal with homesickness while studying abroad, and why it's okay to feel homesick.

Daily Life Homesickness Mental Health

fallback blogs

Sophia Ferraro, Jul 3, 2024

Exploring the Blue Mountains: A Photo Series

My journey and recap of my visit to the Blue Mountains.

Daily Life Field Trip/Travel

A view of the sunset from a plane.

Sophia Ferraro, May 24, 2024

Three Things That Helped Me Make My Decision to Travel Abroad

How I came to my decision to study abroad as someone who is embarking on their first study abroad trip.

Field Trip/Travel Predeparture