Apr | 15
Last night Umbra students witnessed renowned Mario Pirovano deliver a captivating performance of Johan Padan and the Discovery of America. Written by Nobel Prize winning play-write Dario Fo, Johan Padan tells the winding and at times unbelievable story of a... Read MoreApr | 07
What is a student apartment like? What does Perugia “feel” like? What exactly is the Full Immersion – is it worth it? Umbra staff member Tyler Pace has put together the first six videos in what will be a larger... Read MoreApr | 02
This title makes most Americans think of the American Beef Council’s ad with the music from Aaron Copland’s Rodeo playing in background, accompanied by a strong piece of narration featuring Sam Elliot. But while Italians do enjoy the occasional piece of beef... Read MoreApr | 01
Congratulations to Elon Hirsch-Bliden from Elon University for his winning photo! This month the contest had the theme of "Food in Italy." Elon's photo is entitled "Pompeian Orange." He will enjoy a free meal at Quattro Passi Pizzeria. Auguri Elon! Read MoreMar | 28
Yesterday a group of Umbra students, other foreign students, and Italians met at the local wine bar “La Tana dell’Orso” for a workshop on the history of Italian wine. The title is actually misleading because presenter and local food expert Andrea... Read MoreMar | 25
For most Americans the Easter holidays are over after Easter dinner, but for Italians, there’s one more day: Pasquetta. This name literally means “Little Easter” in Italian, and while they were with family on Sunday, Easter Monday is when young... Read More