Love Letter to Perugia
Aug | 11
By Claudia Conrad, Umbra Spring 2020 Alum Dear Perugia, I must confess something… I love you. I may not be from you, but you have made me feel more than welcomed, and there’s no other place that makes... Read More
Returning Home: Demonstrating your Experience
Jul | 18
Once the semester ends you will be thinking of getting back to your friends and family, settling back into your old routine, and even how to deal with reverse culture shock. But it is also very important for you to... Read More
How to Succeed While Studying Abroad in Italy
Jul | 16
1) Set goals and make waves. If you don’t do so during pre-departure, set goals for yourself during the first week or two in Perugia. Umbra recommends that you establish at least one goal related to your career readiness and one related... Read More
Setting Yourself up for a Successful Study Abroad Experience
Jul | 03
Planning for study abroad isn’t always easy, but there are things you can do to help make the process a stress-free experience. Below are a few tips we have for ensuring you are properly prepared prior to your departure. 1)... Read More
Visit Italian Museums for Free on the First Sunday of Every Month!
Mar | 01
When students choose to study abroad in Italy, one of the first things on their minds is the beauty found in walking through medieval streets, strolling across aqueducts, or meandering through museums. Italy certainly knows how beautiful she is and... Read More
Best Places to Eat Between Classes
Jan | 16
By Olivia Venuta, University of Denver and Umbra Rep Fall ’19 Being a full-time student can be time-consuming and most school days, I don’t have time to walk home and make lunch. Lucky for me, Umbra is surrounded by delicious... Read More