Italian class visits the old archive of Augusta Library in Perugia

Nov | 09

Francesco Gardenghi's Racconto Italiano class visted Perugia's main library last afternoon, Biblioteca Augusta. You might not think a library is exciting but this library is more like a museum. Its archives include parchment rolls that date back to 800 A.C.... Read More
Olive Oil Workshop

Nov | 08

Study abroad in Italy means learning both inside and outside the classroom walls. Yesterday night Professors Simon Young and Zachary Nowak took students participating in the Umbra's Institute's Food Studies Program to the cleverly-named Osteria a Priori (located in Via... Read More
Service Learning Trip with Business in Europe and International Marketing

Nov | 08

Last week, the Business in Europe and Int'l Marketing students ventured outside of Perugia to Gualdo Tadino and Città di Castello. These two charming Umbrian towns are known for their skillfully crafted artisan products including traditionally-made ceramics and furniture. Students... Read More
Help! Where can I find a turkey in Perugia??

Nov | 04

Download the latest version of the Umbra Newsletter here! Check out the latest edition of the Umbra Institute's for the solution to this and any other Thanksgiving-related questions. The Umbra Staff also have recommendations for the best local concerts in... Read More
Free Museum pass for study abroad students in Italy, Perugia

Nov | 03

If you study abroad in Italy - Perugia at the Umbra Institute you have the opportunity to visit all the city's museums for free. The museum pass is valid for groups up to four students and you can ask for... Read More
Umbra’s Community Engagement on Rai3

Nov | 02

Umbra Professor Antonella Valoroso went on Rai’s well-known Italian radio show Voci della Città (Voices of the City) recently. (more…) Read More

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