- Get a passport case, it's worth it and keeps you organized through security and the airports.
- Luggage - One large rolling suitcase that you can easily transport, one carry on and a personal bag (purse/laptop case). *Make sure to check the weight limits of the airline you are flying with to avoid costly fees for overly heavy bags. (The weight limit is usually around 50 pounds).
- Laundry - The closest laundromat is a 20 minute walk over many bridges so it's easiest to wash in your room. Buy detergent when you get here and split it with your roommates, that way you don't have to lug it across the Atlantic. Also bring Tide-To-Go pens or Shout Wipes for easy stain removal and dryer sheets for your drawers and suitcase to keep your clothes smelling fresh.
- Hair dryers are in the rooms.
- Versatile walking shoes are important because you will be walking all around the city. Flip flops are nice in the summer but don't offer much support so bring sneakers as well.
- Bring clothes for sunny, summer weather to wear during the day. At night, it does get chilly so don't forget a sweater or light jacket. Since the weather changes often during the month of May, layering is essential.
- Jeans are not allowed in some fancy restaurants so bring nice outfits to wear out for dinner.
- Bring a bathing suit and buy a towel at the grocery store for Lido, Venice's beach.
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- A watch and a travel alarm clock are important because your cell phone probably won't work in Italy. You can sometimes change your SIM card over to a European phone or buy phone cards for your phone here. Wait until you get to Italy to buy calling cards, they are a much better deal. If you don't bring your phone, write down important phone numbers.
- Let your bank and credit card companies know that you will be out of the country to avoid restrictions to your accounts.
- Favorite DVDs, a book, or an iPod are always a good way to keep entertained during downtime, plane rides, and Vaporetto rides.
- A pocket Italian phrase book comes in handy, but many store owners and Italians in general speak at least a little English.
- A EuroRail pass is not necessary unless you are planning on traveling to other countries. Wait to plan traveling until you arrive in Venice and get used to the workload.
Bring a small notebook for classes and extra batteries for cameras and any other electronics.
- Bring blank CDs or DVDs as well as a hard drive (Firewire is better but USB also works) to back up your files as a hard copy. Better to be safe than sorry ...
- Remember, you are a guest in a different country and you must respect the culture and customs that are in place. This includes covering your shoulders and legs when visiting churches, which you will do a lot of in the art history class.
- A light raincoat and umbrella are good in case of rain.
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- It is suggested students take Introduction to Photography (ART U160) at Northeastern before coming to Venice. Although art majors are preferred for the Venice Program, the faculty does admit some students from outside the Department. Please contact Professor Neal Rantoul for more information at:
or
617-373-2346
- May in Venice can be hot, cold and in between. In 2006 the classes had to contend with two days of rain. Also, it's important to pack light as students will have trouble getting to their housing with too much luggage and many students continue to travel in Europe after the program is finished. The faculty suggests one rolling bag and one sturdy carry-on like a small back pack for their computer and camera equipment.
- The Program requires the following:
- A laptop computer, preferably a MacBook and a digital camera that makes RAW files, preferably a DSLR. Computers should have up-to-date software, including the latest version of Photoshop and virus protection.
- Students must have a tripod and it would be better if it were lightweight as well as sturdy.
- As we work with many files, additional storage becomes important. Many students bring extra hard drives for their computers. While this is not required, it is recommended and students must bring CDs and/or DVDs to burn extra copies of their assignments. Extra storage space is crucial.
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