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Florence is a city one associates with the medieval, with narrow cobblestone streets, worn archways, and neoclassical statues dotting bustling piazze<\/em>. But beneath this fa\u00e7ade, there flourishes a thriving, contemporary city, replete with all the style and glamor of modernity. The Social Hub in Florence is a modern, vibrant co-living and co-working space that caters to both students and young professionals, and, recently, paid host to a cohort of students from the University of Minnesota.<\/p>\n Alessandro Galatoli, a professional photographer specializing in high profile events and fashion, leads \u201cPhotography and Social Media\u201d at the Accent Florence Study Center. This course introduces students to the principles of photography and storytelling and its use in social media, with an eye to growing their professional portfolio and visual marketing skills.<\/p>\n As UMN students toured The Social Hub alongside Professor Galatoli, they were encouraged to create their own content for The Hub\u2019s social media and for their portfolio. The stylish and dynamic co-working space\u2014complete with soft neon lighting, a diverse array of meeting spaces, and an open floor plan hosting a variety of break activities\u2014 provided these photography students an excellent subject for their camera lens.<\/p>\n During this visit, the UMN students not only honed their skills in visual marketing but also learned about The Hub\u2019s company strategy and met with communications and marketing specialists. The Hub\u2019s unique services and location in the center of a thriving yet ancient city served as an excellent lesson in the evolution of Florence\u2019s private sector and the versatility of its marketing professionals.<\/p>\n Company visits such as these provide students with experiential learning, valuable networking opportunities, and preparation for their professional careers.<\/p>\n
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