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In this Abroaden Your Horizons, we’re joined by Santa Clara University student Sophia Alvarenga, a Communications major with a Marketing minor. She studied abroad in Sorrento, Italy, at the Sant’Anna Institute.

In this episode, Sophia reflects on the transformative experience of studying abroad. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs that shaped her growth, sharing how navigating life in a new country pushed her beyond her comfort zone and fostered her adaptability.

Sophia delves into the dual nature of her journey - the professional development she gained through her work on the communications team, and the profound personal growth that came from cultural immersion. She offers reflections on the importance of building meaningful connections. Her journey highlights how studying abroad isn't just about travel - it's about discovering your own strength and capacity for growth when you're willing to step into the unknown.