Lily Smith
Hi! My name is Lily and I am a junior at Northwestern University studying voice performance (opera) and French. I was born in Paris and grew up in France before moving to America with my parents and my older brother. I have always liked traveling, specifically throughout Africa and Europe and now I’m really looking forward to discovering Milan! I think that as a European, I think I can offer a different perspective of the IES Milan program than an American student.
Blogs by Lily Smith
Back in the USA
After 7 months abroad, going back to America would take some re-adjusting. Leaving Milan was sad and the goodbyes weren't easy. But, for every downside of...
Ciao Milano
In the last week of abroad, it's easy to get overwhelmed rapidly and you already begin to reflect on your entire experience... Time to say goodbye!
The beginning of the end
How do you celebrate thanksgiving in a country that doesn't? How does having two weeks left of abroad feel and what are you supposed to do about it?
Change of Seasons and End of Bucket List
November is the trickiest month of study abroad, two breaks split up by a bit of school, the change of seasons and daylight savings hits and you're running out...
Midterms on Halloweek: double the scare!
Should you really sign up for a school field trip, or did that stop being cool after middle school? Make up your mind after reading this summary of the all...
Reasons Why Music Majors Should Study in Milan
These past two weeks have made me realize the incredible connections that the IES Abroad program has established in Milan, specifically regarding music. This...
3 months is too short!
It's been one month since my arrival in Milan and I could not be happier. It's a beautiful city and there is so much to do. After these first four weeks, I have...
Dawn in Milan
As the clock strikes the end of my first two weeks in Milan, I am overwhelmed with excitement, exhaustion, and the realization that these next few months will...
One week before Milan!
This year I will spend more time abroad than in America, and I can’t say that I’m sad about it! Only one more week stands between me and my adventures in Milan...