TLDR;
This video documents a day in the life of a student studying abroad in Rome. It covers the daily routine, from morning preparations and attending classes to enjoying local cuisine, studying, exercising, and participating in extracurricular activities. The video also highlights the experience of adjusting to a new culture and appreciating the beauty of Rome.
- Morning routine and adapting to Italian customs.
- Academic life, including small class sizes and unique teaching methods.
- Balancing schoolwork with leisure activities and exploring Rome.
- Evening activities, such as intramural sports and dining out.
Morning Routine in Rome [0:00]
The day begins at 8 a.m. in Rome, which is 1 a.m. back in America. The student shares her initial feelings of disbelief and excitement about living in Rome with roommates. The morning routine includes choosing an outfit, showering, and washing her face. She notes the differences in laundry practices in Italy, where drying racks are used instead of dryers.
Classes and Commuting [1:16]
The student prepares a quick breakfast before heading to her summer class, which runs from 9:00 to 10:50 a.m. She walks to class with a roommate, reflecting on how quickly she adapted to the Roman lifestyle. Initially chaotic, the roads and customs became familiar after a couple of weeks. The public speaking class is small, with only four other students, and involves dissecting speeches and literature.
Lunch and Leisure [2:51]
The student enjoys the walk home from class, appreciating the bustling city and the time difference with her friends and family back home. Before lunch, she dedicates time to Instagram reels and YouTube videos. For lunch, she and her roommates visit her favorite pizza spot in Trastevere, where they order pizza by pointing and indicating the size. They eat on the steps in Piazza Trilussa, enjoying the street performers and the delicious pizza.
Study and Reading [4:07]
After lunch, the student finds a spot near the library to work on school assignments, including speeches and coding projects. She also mentions managing her Instagram account, encouraging viewers to follow her. On days without assignments, she reads "Breakfast with Seneca," a book recommended by a friend. She reflects on how reading the Roman philosopher in Rome enhances the experience and shares a quote from the book about the importance of using time wisely.
Gym Time [5:53]
The student heads to the gym for a scheduled workout. The gym is small, requiring reservations, but it's complimentary. She adapts to the different equipment, performing tricep push downs, bicep curls, and single-arm cable push downs. She humorously mentions a failed attempt to record a flexing video.
Intramural Soccer [7:49]
In the evening, the student participates in an intramural soccer game with her roommates. Despite not having played soccer since kindergarten, she enjoys the game and even scores a few goals. She notes the beautiful architecture seen while walking to the game.
Dinner and Reflection [8:46]
After the soccer game, the group takes a taxi to dinner. The student mentions the language barrier but finds the taxis convenient. She quickly showers before dinner to be presentable. At the restaurant, she orders a flat crust pepperoni pizza, emphasizing her love for Italian food. The video concludes with the student and her roommates discussing their day, expressing gratitude to the viewers, and encouraging them to subscribe and follow her on Instagram.
