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In the News at Umbra

06-14-2013
Food Studies Program Draws OWU Class >>

In early June, the Umbra Institute hosted a class from Ohio Wesleyan University. With the assistance of Umbra Read More »

05-02-2013

Student Video of Perugia, People and Umbra >>

Champan University film student Stephen Doyle has combined his newly learned skills and exceptional talent to produce a...

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04-29-2013

Umbra Alum Launches Graduate Journal of Food Studies >>

Former Umbra Institute student Brad Jones recently announced the launch of the Graduate Journal of Food...

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04-24-2013

Umbra Professor Publishes Book on Perugia History >>

Want to know who the residents of Pig Street were? Curious why Perugians fought only...

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Calendar of Events

    • Optional Trip >>

      Friday, June 21st, 2013 (All Day)

      Pompeii - Naples - Sorrento -...

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    • TANDEM #2 >>

      Wednesday, June 26th, 2013 (All Day)

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    • Farewell Aperitivo >>

      Friday, June 28th, 2013 (All Day)

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Chilling at Gelato Night

Chilling at Gelato Night

June 19th, 2013

After its coldest May in what many locals declare centuries, Perugia is experiencing a scorching Jun[...]

Food Studies Program Draws OWU Class

Food Studies Program Draws OWU Class

June 14th, 2013

In early June, the Umbra Institute hosted a class from Ohio Wesleyan University. With the assistance[...]

Languages Exchanged, Friendships Forged at Tandem

Languages Exchanged, Friendships Forged at Tandem

June 13th, 2013

Over sangria and snacks, 50 Italians and Americans bonded over linguistic and cultural differences a[...]

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