2022 Florence Scholars

 

 

Sophia Micciche

Sophia Micciche
Hello, my name is Sophia Micciche and I am from Soldotna, Alaska. I plan to major in English and minor in business. I am ecstatic to join the Florence scholars program so that I can become more knowledgeable about the Italian culture and my heritage. Growing up with a Sicilian grandfather and grandma from the abandoned city of Craco, I was taught about the beauty of Italian culture, cuisine, and art. I’m excited to delve deeper into the culture and learn more about the world through this program!

 

Kate Chambless

Kate Chambless
My name is Kate Chambless and I am from Billings, Montana. I’m currently majoring in biology and hoping to focus on dental work in the future. Music is a passion of mine, and I’m super excited to learn more about music in different cultures. I also love traveling and experiencing new cities, especially coming from such a small town in Montana. I can’t wait to make new friends that I will get to experience a new country with!

 

Matthew Hopkins
Matthew Hopkins
My name is Matthew Hopkins, and I am from San Diego, California. I plan to study civil engineering during my time at Gonzaga University. Studying abroad in Florence, Italy is exciting as it offers me an incredible opportunity to immerse myself in a different culture and explore its rich traditions, history, and customs. I hope to broaden my perspective and build genuine connections with people from diverse backgrounds by actively engaging with the local community. My Italian heritage is important to me, originating from my maternal grandmother who immigrated to the United States from Italy. Participating in Gonzaga’s study abroad program in Florence will strengthen my ties to my roots and heritage.

 

Gabby Camacho
Gabby Camacho
Hi! My name is Gabby Camacho and I am from Modesto, California. I will be majoring in political science. I have always looked forward to new adventures and experiences and I am excited to further explore what the Florence Scholars program has to offer. I love learning about different cultures and finding similarities with my own. I want to learn about different cultures around the world and what they have to offer. I am eager to broaden my horizons and deepen my understanding of the world.

 

Jayne Jones

Jayne Jones
My name is Jayne Jones and I am from Phoenix, Arizona. I plan to major is business law and public policy. Studying abroad has always been an opportunity that I have looked forward to. Studying abroad in Italy would help me pursue my passion for traveling and trying new things. I am most excited for the food and emerging myself in the culture. I think studying abroad would help me see and understand different cultures. Studying abroad is important to me because I will have the opportunity to be able to see a different part of the world that is different from my own.

 

Roxy Boggs

Roxy Boggs
Hello, my name is Roxy Boggs, and I am from Ridgecrest, California. I plan on majoring in Physics, and I’m excited to be a part of the Florence scholar program as I’ve always been interested in exploring the world. I can’t wait to know more and appreciate the rich culture and history of Italy, while also taking away valuable experiences and lessons from the Italian culture. I hope to expand my knowledge not only in culture and societal life, but also how many other people explore physics and look on the world.