Ciao! Here we have 22 students from the University of Oklahoma within the Gaylord College School of Journalism. These students range from majors in Advertising, Public Relations, Broadcast Journalism, & Professional Writing. Each student has a specific role within creating this blog and we are excited to share our experiences in Italian food and culture while studying abroad in Arezzo.
Editor In Chief
Hi there! My name is Bella Zaidle and I am a junior majoring in Public Relations and Letters Constitutional Studies. Arezzo is a foodie’s paradise and so far my favorite dish has been the burrata antipasto from La Taverna Del Portico. I am the editor-in-chief of Ciao Down and am so excited about all we have to offer!
Ciao, Bella
Web Editor
Photo Editor
My name is Austin Aga, I'm from Norman, Oklahoma where I'm currently a senior at The University of Oklahoma studying advertising with a minor in MIS. I'm extremely passionate about the creative design perspectives on in advertising and pugs. I like pugs.
Hey everyone, I’m Jessie and I’m the photo editor for Ciao Down! I’m a senior broadcast journalism major from MN and I love pasta! My favorite restaurant in Arezzo so far is Osteria dei Mercanti!
Head Designer
Social Editor
Hi my name is Sadie! I am a senior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in Public Relations with a minor in Human Relations! My favorite restaurant in Arezzo is definitely Formaggeria Biancolatte! I am head editor on the design team for this blog and I am so excited to start this project!
Ciao! My name is Jordan Harklau and I am a senior advertising major at the University of
Oklahoma. So far my favorite food that I have had in Arezzo is fresh prosciutto from the Podere di Pomaio Winery. My role in Ciao Down is social editor where I help run and manage the Instagram for our blog!
Oklahoma. So far my favorite food that I have had in Arezzo is fresh prosciutto from the Podere di Pomaio Winery. My role in Ciao Down is social editor where I help run and manage the Instagram for our blog!
Copy Chief
Ciao guys! I’m Grace Tipps. Im an upcoming junior advertising & supply chain management student at The University of Oklahoma! My favorite dish in Arezzo has been the Fusuili Mushroom pasta from Cavour 42. If you’re a fan of garlic, you will love it! ! My role in Ciao Down is Copy Chief where I help make the final edits for our blogs. I am so excited to showcase all our team has to offer!
Photographers
Ciao everyone! My name is Kaki Glieber and I am a rising senior at OU, where I major in Public Relations and minor in Sports Management. The food in Arezzo has been amazing so far, and my favorite spot is Tortello Divino for its delicious cacio e pepe and spaghetti carbonara. I’m on the photography team for Ciao Down, and I’m so excited to keep trying new foods and taking pictures throughout our time here!
My name is Emily Turner and I’m a sophomore at the University of Oklahoma, studying advertising, Chinese, and entrepreneurship. I enjoy writing and photography, and would love to work for Condé Nast as an editorial photographer or the UN Climate Committee. I am excited to be working with such a creative, lovely people on this food blog to bring you gorgeous photography along with fresh, insightful writings. See you in the print, Ciao. :)
Ciao everyone! My name is Kaiden Patch and I’m a senior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in advertising with a minor in business. I’m on the photography team for Ciao Down where I capture photos to upload to our blog. The food here in Arezzo is incredible and there are so many options to choose from, but my number one choice so far is the poke bowl’s steps away from our classroom. Leave it up to me to find poke anywhere I travel :)
Hello, my name is David Reinhardt and I’m a senior Advertising student. In my limited time here in Arezzo, I’ve found that my favorite food so far is the pumpkin tortelli from Tortello Divino. I am a photographer for Ciao Down and I’m very excited to share all the different foods I come across. Ciao!
Writers
My name is Kyle Peacock and I am a Junior at The University of Oklahoma. I am studying advertising with a minor in health and exercise science. My favorite food place so far in Arezzo is Crispies because I love me some burgers! Fun Fact: I was the bowling captain at my high school :)
Hi, I’m Emily Privrat, and I’m on the writing team for Ciao Down! I’m a sophomore public relations student at the University of Oklahoma. I’m excited to be writing about Arezzo’s food because I’ve enjoyed every bite so far. My favorite local treat is strawberry gelato from Gelateria Sunflower. Buon Appetito!
Ciao! I’m Brigid Wentz and I am a public relations major! I’m going into my sophomore year. My favorite place to eat in Arezzo is Tortello Divino, I get the carbonara and white wine! I am a writer for the blog!
Ciao! I’m Mason Wenzel. I’m a senior professional writing major at the University of Oklahoma and I’m so excited to be studying abroad in Arezzo this summer. Cavour 42 is a personal favorite restaurant of mine here in town. You have to try it. Arrivederci!
Hey everyone! My name is Ashlee and I’m majoring in public relations with a minor in health and exercise sciences because I plan to pursue a specialty in medical sales. I’m driven, kind, and connected as I’m a writer for the food portion of the blog and I look forward to sharing works with you. I enjoy interacting with people and helping others to achieve their goals. In particular, I have a special interest in the medical field and pursuing the highest grade in medical technology to knowable doctors to best help the public. This summer I’m studying abroad in Italy and participating as a writer in the launch of this food blog. See you at the table. Ciao.
Ciao! My name is Ellen Miner and I am a senior Public Relations major, General Business minor, and Health and Exercise Science minor at the University of Oklahoma. My favorite food I have had in Arezzo is the ravioli from Formaggeria Biancolatte. My role in Ciao Down is as a writer where I write blog posts about food from Arezzo that starts with a specific letter to share my experiences with food in detail with others!
Ciao! I’m Rachel Orland, a senior public relations major. I’m a writer for Ciao Down. My favorite restaurant in Arezzo is Il Ristorante di Mariano. The mouthwatering menu and friendly owner, Mariano himself, perfectly encapsulate the authenticity of Arezzo.
Assistant Web Editor
Assistant Web Designer
Hello my name is Sydney Brunette and I am from Tyler, TX! I am a Senior at the University of Oklahoma pursing a major in public relations with a minor in sports management. Throughout our trip to Arezzo, my favorite thing to do is go to the piazza and hangout with friends and meet the locals! I can’t wait for y’all to learn about the greatest places in Arezzo from A-Z!
Ciao!!!! My name is Brooke Bateman and I am a junior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in advertising with a digital marketing minor! My favorite restaurant in Arezzo so far has been Trattoria Cavour 42, the basil tomato pasta was amazing!! I am a web designer for this blog and can’t wait to participate on this project!
Assistant Social Editor
Copy Editor
Ciao! My name is Rosalie Silberg. I will be an upcoming senior at the University of Oklahoma. I am studying advertising with a minor in human relations. I have a passion for fashion and hope to own a clothing store one day. My favorite dish in Italy thus far is fresh pasta with pici garlic sauce from Cavour 42. My role in Ciao Down is social media editor, where I create and manage content for our Instagram. I cannot wait to share the fun adventures we encounter here in Arezzo!
Ciao from Arezzo! I’m Taylor and I’m a copy editor for ciao down! I’m a PR major in @gaylordcollege and a part of the accelerated masters program. I’m so excited to share my favorite food and experiences during my summer abroad! I’m absolutely loving all the gelato and pasta I’ve tasted here, especially the Pasta Cacio e Pepe from Il Ristorante di Mariano!
Copy Editor
My name is Aly O’Shea, and I am a senior pursuing a public relations major with minors in human relations and enterprise studies. My favorite dish I’ve eaten so far in Arezzo was spaghetti from Osteria dei Mercanti. I’m a copy editor and writer for Ciao Down, and I’m excited to share my work with you! :)