“If you could vote…”

Nov | 04

What if Italians could (as “citizens of the world”) vote in the American elections today? Who would they vote for? Would McCain’s foreign policy experience win them over, or would Obama’s charisma and youthful energy be a draw? To find... Read More
Lecture Series Continues

Nov | 02

Yesterday night Dr. Michael Lind gave a talk entitled “Beyond The Bush Doctrine:America’s Next Foreign Policy.” The talk is part of a series sponsored by the Ranieri di Sorbello Foundation and the Umbra Institute. Dr. Lind is the Whitehead Senior Fellow... Read More
Photo of the Month

Nov | 01

Congrats to Jackie DeWolfe from the University of Richmond for her photo entitled "Cortona Cat." Jackie will enjoy a free meal from Quattro Passi Pizzeria!Auguri Jackie! Read More
La politica e Nutella

Oct | 30

Wednesday night American and Italian students braved the rain and thunder to come together for another meeting of the TANDEM language exchange. This weekly program, organized by the Umbra Institute, brings American students together with Italian students wanting to learn... Read More
Fiera dei Morti

Oct | 30

Every year from November 1st through the 5th, Perugia hosts a local fair, Fiera dei Morti, in celebration of "Tutti Santi" or All Saints Day. This year, the fair will be held as usual, down at Pian di Massiano, near... Read More
Baci Perugina – EuroChocolate!

Oct | 23

In November 1907, with 70,000 lire in initial capital (about $35.00), the Perugina Chocolate Company was founded. From humble beginnings in a small kitchen in Perugia’s historical center, the Perugina grew to its current huge size. Though “la Perugina” has... Read More

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