Sophia Palmieri
About My Study Abroad Program
Major/Minor: Environmental Science, Biology, and Marine Science
Program: Morehead City Field Site at UNC Institute of Marine Science
Location: Morehead City, NC
Email: sofi7782@email.unc.edu
Term: Fall 2022
Why did you choose to study abroad and how did you select your program?
I knew I wanted to travel more and study marine science so this was a great option for me, and wasn’t too far away from home.
What did you learn about yourself?
I don’t want to do research.
What is one of your favorite memories from your program?
Making lifelong friends
What advice do you have for future study abroad students?
It takes a lot of adjusting and it might tear your whole life as it is now apart, but you’ll always be better for it.
How do you identify?
Transfer Student
Memories
