Office of Development | Stephen F. Austin State University

Italy: Eat, Explore, Experience the Mediterranean

Goal: $5,000
$1,680 raised
34% funded
8 donors

Eat, Explore, Experience the Mediterranean
This trip is designed to help students understand the foundations of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle and the variations of the diet in different regions of Italy. They can then apply this understanding to their areas of study and future careers and gain a deeper perspective on how culture and lifestyle affect health and wellness. Participants will observe and experience small, local Italian farming and distribution; sustainable farming practices; the foods typically eaten in Italy; and the Italian health care system, including social programs as well as major Italian cultural sites. The trip includes visits to eight Italian cities and the surrounding countryside during which students will:

—learn about ecotourism and organic farming; explore olive oil, dairy, and wine production; and go behind the scenes of a butcher shop

—savor the flavors by tasting handmade Parmesan Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, pesto and olive oil, as well as locally caught seafood through cooking classes, farmers market visits and factory tours

—get immersed in Italian culture and history as they relate to health and longevity

—and engage with other students to build global connections.

This farm-to-table experience allows students to connect the Mediterranean lifestyle, food and culture with the health and longevity of the people living there. The sponsorship levels below provide donors with a range of options to fit their budget.

Sponsorship Levels:

Support one student: $5,000

Group cooking class: $2,000

Group farm tour: $1,500

Group dinner: $1,000

Group day trip: $750

Group lunch: $500

Academic presentation scholarship: $250

Passport fee: $165

Airport transportation and parking: $100

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Phone: 936.468.5406
Email: GiveToSFA@sfasu.edu

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Name: Anonymous ; Undisclosed gift ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: Lynda Martin ; Amount: $100 ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: Lorenzo M. Smith ; Amount: $100 ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: Janet Owen ; Amount: $250 ; Comment:
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Name: Rae and Mollie Drake ; Undisclosed gift ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: David Turbeville ; Amount: $500 ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: Anonymous ; Amount: $100 ; Posted: more than a year ago
Name: Heather Howell ; Amount: $100 ; Posted: more than a year ago