Aidan Donovan is a junior studying Political Science at Temple University. This fall, he spent the semester studying abroad at Temple University Rome and participating in the Culture and Identity Envoy Program. He joined the program because he wanted to make the most of his time abroad by immersing himself in Italian culture, learning about different perspectives, and connecting with people beyond the typical study abroad experience. He has always loved to travel, and this program strengthened that passion by giving him the skills to be more involved and intentional in the places he visits. Throughout the semester, he had opportunities to put that into practice, including volunteering at a soup kitchen. The program also helped guide him through some of the stresses that come with studying internationally and made his time abroad more transformative. Ultimately, the experience as an Envoy made his time in Rome far more meaningful, allowing him to look beyond the famous sights and gain a better understanding of the people, traditions, and identities that shape Rome.