Wake Up Europe: Umbra Hosts Film-Screening and Debate
Apr | 05
Prof. Alberto Bitonti introduces the Great European Disaster Movie with the question: "Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the European Union?” “Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the European Union?” asked Umbra Professor Alberto... Read More
The Italian President Visits Perugia
Mar | 31
Italian President Sergio Mattarella Photo from quirinale.itToday, Italy’s President of the Republic and Head of State, Sergio Mattarella, will be visiting Perugia for the first time since his election into office, at the beginning of 2015. His brief tour of... Read More
Studying Abroad through the Mountains of Saint Francis
Mar | 29
Prof. Paxton and the HIS 360 class pose for a picture in Furlo Park after learning the importance of the Furlo Gorge This semester, Connecticut College professor, Fred Paxton, is leading a faculty-led program which offers students the opportunity to... Read More
How to Celebrate Easter in Italy
Mar | 25
Italian culture is one of strong family and religious roots. For this reason, festivities such as Christmas and Easter carry multiple traditions and events. Some of the most popular, among Italians at Umbra, can be found below:Food, Food, and More... Read More
SoloItaliano Challenge: A Microcosm of Immersion
Mar | 24
John Cortese and Liz Schasel, winners of Spring 16 SoloItaliano. Elizabeth Schasel believes that “being able to speak Italian has without a doubt been the most rewarding part about being abroad in Italy.” Not surprisingly, she was one of the... Read More
The Fun of Food Studies in Italy
Mar | 21
Students prepare the day's dessert [ Students enjoy the results of their cooking efforts The Umbra Institute hosts a Food & Sustainability study abroad program in Perugia Italy. The entire program, consisting of two core courses and one elective food course,... Read More