Columbia Alumni Association Organizes Trip to Italy in Summer

2015 By Brandon Tidwell

Introduction

Brandon Tidwell is the founder and managing director of Signal Peak Ventures in Utah, where he provides startup companies with entrepreneurial and legal counsel. With a juris doctor from Columbia University, Brandon Tidwell remains involved with the school as a member of the Columbia Alumni Association (CAA).

The CAA organizes a variety of events and activities to unite Columbia alumni, such as an upcoming trip to Sicily and the Amalfi Coast taking place at the end of May and extending into June 2015. With seven days dedicated to exploring Italy, alumni will be able to discover historic architecture, explore volcanoes, and absorb the local culture.

Columbia Alumni Association

The trip is designed to expose participants to a different area and activity each day, ranging from an archeological tour of Pompeii to a scenic hike on Mt. Etna. They will also enjoy the local cuisine and related activities, such as sampling limoncello and making pizza in a wood-fired oven. At the end of each day, travelers will retire to charming four-star hotels with relaxing pools and stunning views.