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In this episode, Henry Durán, a Mexican student of the Bachelor's in Economics and Management, tells the story of how he managed to overcome the first difficult moments of adapting to a new context. Then something changed: the culture clash became a human exchange, and an internship in Sweden with other Cattolica students changed his life for ever. Sometimes, all it takes you feel like you belong is to let go of your expectations, make the first move, and realise you're braver and stronger than you think.
Studying abroad today also means living part of your life online.
In this episode, Iana (student and content creator, 2nd year in Methods and Topics in Arts Management) talks about family calls, friendships back home, FOMO, and how to portray your life online without loosing yourself.
In this episode of With An Accent, Camila Solano, a student of the Master's in Innovation and Technology Management, shares how home isn't a place, but a flavour. For Camila Solano Córdova, food is a direct line to her family, her country, and her identity in Cuenca, Ecuador. This is a story about how a single taste can be a powerful anchor in a new and unfamiliar world.
A warm holiday special from Bogotá, where Mateo reflects on being far from home during the season and what it means to return. He shares Colombia’s Día de las Velitas and how international students learn to reshape traditions, find comfort, and create “home” in new places.
Meet Liju Feng, a Taiwanese student in the Master’s in Communication for Business, Media, and Culture at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. In this episode of With An Accent, she joins Mateo to talk about culture shock, everyday rituals, and the surprising ways that “clashes” between cultures can turn into meaningful connection.
From the art of chatting with strangers to why coffee in the morning matters, Liju and Mateo’s laughter-filled conversation shows how two very different worldviews can still create a fantastic friendship across continents.
In this episode, Natalie Nassar, a Jordanian Psychology student, shares the tools that helped her adapt, adjust, and truly enjoy life as an international student in Milan. She moved to Italy to start university at just 17. Natalie’s story shows how building a strong sense of identity and learning to rely on yourself can guide you through even the hardest moments.
Santiago Sabogal reflects on how Milan is shaping his habits, his style, and his perspective, transforming him in ways he’s only now beginning to understand.
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