My Reflections on the Food, Sustainability & the Environment Program
Feb | 23
By Umbra Rep Lauren Pawlowski, University of Connecticut The Food, Sustainability & Environment Program (FSE) made my semester abroad in Italy unforgettable! Participating in immersive learning experiences, such as culinary workshops and tours of food production facilities, allowed me to... Read More
Spring 2022: Sono Arrivati!
Feb | 06
The Spring '22 semester begins this weekend with the arrival of students in Perugia. After a 2-day orientation, in-person classes will begin on Monday, February 7th. The Umbra staff could not be more pleased to see students back in... Read More
Umbra’s Didactic Garden: New Collaboration with UniPg’s Green Team
Feb | 06
The Umbra Institute's didactic garden, Orto Sole, will be an outdoor laboratory for a new collaboration between the University of Perugia's Department of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences (UniPG). Headed by Professor David Grohmann, the UniPG Green Teams consists of... Read More
How-to: A Packing Guide for Your Spring Semester Abroad
Jan | 28
By Lauren Lewis (she/her/hers) - Umbra Rep Spring '20 and UConn student I was three days away from my abroad adventure in Perugia, Italy. I had already fully packed three suitcases and my carry-on and was anxiously counting down the... Read More
Umbra and Local Universities Sign Agreement
Dec | 09
As part of its Fall 2021 re-opening, The Umbra Institute has renewed its historic agreements with both local Italian universities in Perugia. Founded in 1999, the Institute has hosted American students in Perugia for over two decades. In 2006, then-director... Read More
Best Spots to Eat on a Budget in Perugia: Lexi’s Selection
Nov | 24
By Umbra Rep Lexi De Marinis, University of Richmond Looking for a quick lunch between classes, or maybe a spot for a nicer local dinner? Here are my favorite places to eat in Perugia for every occasion. Sandwich: Piada... Read More