Basking in the sunny beach breeze by the Amalfi Coast. Touring the Caseificio Michelangelo mozzarella cheese factory in Piano di Sorrento and Barlotti Caseificio in Paestum to taste an ancient Greek tradition. Hiking Mount Vesuvius to learn about its historic eruptions and enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Naples.

These are a few of the adventures for participants in Texas State University’s study abroad program in Italy, which takes place for three weeks in June. Along with language and honors courses, the more than 700 TXST students who have participated in the program since it started in 2005 have been immersed in Italian culture while also participating in service-learning projects.