Culture & Career Exploration – Florence, Italy (Spring 2026)

Ciao! Kent State University's Exploratory Program is excited to offer a weeklong learning opportunity in Florence, Italy during Spring Break of 2026. Up to 20 new or former Exploratory students who recently declared their major will have the opportunity to travel to Florence to explore culture and career. Those going on the trip will be registered for the one-credit Career Confirmation course (UC 20011) during the Spring semester.

Would you like to travel to Florence, Italy over Spring Break in 2026? Let us know if you are interested! 

I'm Interested

Trip Highlights:

  • Dates - March 6-March 14
  • 6 full days in Florence, Italy
  • Planned educational experiences
    • Florence Culture and History - may include visits to the Duomo, Galileo Museum, Ufizzi, and more
    • Career shadow experience
    • Cooking and food - may include a cooking class and visit to the Mercato Centrale
    • Volunteer experience
  • Estimated costs - Will be available in late August 2025
    • Funding will be available to assist with costs associated with the trip based on financial need