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Giulia Rizza

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

2004-2007

Realworld Experience

I studied at AUR for my entire Business degree. AUR provided a great foundation for academic excellence and real-world experience. The professors were extremely knowledgeable and always went above and beyond expectations. AUR provided a personalized, family learning experience. I attended various trips with the University which all proved to be great learning experiences. I appreciated the multi-cultural environment and sharing of knowledge. I can definitely say that the skills and training that I received from AUR have been carried with me through all my internships and jobs. I created great friendships and bonds at AUR and am proud to have attended it.

Anastasia Victoria Safarian

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

2007-2008

When in Rome

I transferred to the American University of Rome right after I completed my 4 months study abroad experience through International Studies Abroad. I think I was hooked on Rome from the day I unpacked my suitcases. Of course, once classes started my first semester, the experience at the university made it hard to even think about the fact that I was not going to come back. Thinking about it, I did not had to convince myself that I had to transfer, I was already sold. While attending the American University of Rome, I was fortunate to study in Rome, to get a glimpse on politics in Brussels, to take a short class on business in Sicily and to spend some time studying business and Chinese language in China. I was able to be involved on and off campus and even got an opportunity to work at the university. Friends that I have made, who come from all corners of the world, are just an icing on the cake. My only regret after graduating is that I did not study all 4 years at AUR.

Salvatore Salpietro

Bachelors

2003-2007

Personal education, amazing location.

My years at AUR were amazing. To avoid being too nostalgic, I'll focus on the objective benefits. The American University of Rome isn't a place where you'll be another number, another student, and one of hundreds in a class, or thousands on a campus. Instead, your professor will known your name. Where you're from. You'll be part of a community that feels more like a family. All of this while navigating Italy and Rome as a student. Being solidly footed in both the local environment as well as an expatriate society, you'll have the opportunities to meet people that you otherwise never would be able to - politicians, ambassadors, film directors, rocks stars, and more. Really a unique experience, all while still getting assignments done on time, expanding your mind, and having a fun student life. Which leads me to the location. All of the above happens in Italy. In Rome. A living, breathing museum that offers nightlight, food, shopping, culture, and history. Really no other place like it. On earth. AUR is great to start your 4 year education, or transfer in already completed courses from any appropriately accredited institution to finish your 4 years here.

Yesenia Serna

I transferred from a community college in Los Angeles to complete my degree in Italian Studies at AUR. When I arrived in Rome I discovered that as cultured as I thought I was, it wasn't even close to the amount of cultural knowledge I would receive by attending such an international university; I not only learned from my professors, but also from my peers. If I had to choose, I would say that my favorite parts of AUR were the weekend courses – Food and Culture in Turin and Italian Mafia in Sicily – it’s where I met some of my closest friends and made incredible and unforgettable memories while learning more of the Italian culture. I still believe that I made the best decision of my life because AUR and the city of Rome really helped shape me into the independent person that I am today.