For Luiss student Giovanni Boccanelli, one of the things that most impressed him about the University was the number of initiatives open and School drive for making an impact through social causes. Students can really see that they can do something that makes a difference. "The University is grounded firmly in its core values – and it's from this place of intention that the campus is a highly active place working to improve the world as a whole."
For Giovanni, this drive was made manifest by offering students the opportunity to volunteer in the Rome community - through a program with Sant'Egidio. He advises other students to get involved and do the same: "It's not just a charity cause, but something that really helps you grow – providing a perfect opportunity for personal enrichment."
Giovanni is currently pursuing his Master's Degree in Management – selected to join the QTEM Masters Network, a Luiss program that allows students to study abroad in two distinct universities. "This was another reason I chose Luiss – for the variety of inititatives it had for students and for the prestige the University holds internationally."
When not abroad, Giovanni distributes meals to the homeless in areas around Rome, not far from the Luiss campus. "It was my very first volunteer experience and I found it to be a totally enriching one. You can really create an authentic rapport with the persons you are assisting," he explains. "Even throughout this Covid-19 crisis, we have not left the most needy behind. One of the best parts of this experience is that they know we're here for them, even while the rest of the world stays home."
The best part of his student life has been "the amazing relationships I've gotten to have with my fellow students." This, due to the many group projects and various challenges they've been asked or invited to participate in. In the future, Giovanni would love to work for a Startup or at a non-profit organization, saying, "I really just want to be a part of something that can help make a difference in people's lives."