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Embracing Community in the Green Heart of Italy

An opinion piece by Callie Dickman Intensive Italian Language Summer Program Spending the summer in Perugia was like spending the summer in a storybook. From waking up every morning to a street musician playing Sara Perche Ti Amo on his accordion...

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Summer Day Trips by Train from Perugia: Explore Assisi, Spoleto, and Passignano sul Trasimeno

Summer is the most vibrant season in Perugia. With open-air concerts on the streets, food festivals, and mind-blowing sunsets from the portals of the medieval town, it's hard to get used to such beauty. However, the region offers even more...

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Unearthing the Past: A Journey with the Trasimeno Archaeology Field School

Based in Castiglione del Lago, near the shores of Lake Trasimeno, the Archaeology Field School offers a comprehensive blend of educational and adventurous experiences for those passionate about history. This summer, 19 students from across the United States were welcomed...

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Learning Italian in Perugia

Immerse Yourself in Italian Culture  Are you looking to deepen your Italian language skills while engaging with the country's rich cultural heritage? Our Italian Language & Culture summer program is designed specifically for students at the intermediate to advanced intermediate...

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Waiting for the Food Conference

In a couple of weeks the Umbra Institute will open its doors to a court of international Food Studies scholars for the 6th edition of the biennial Food Conference in Perugia.  A record number of applicants proposed papers for this...

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Perugia in the Summer: Culture, Nature, and Food

Perugia, nestled in the heart of Umbria, truly comes alive in the summer. This vibrant city, with its rich tapestry of cultural festivities, historical treasures, and breathtaking natural landscapes, serves as an ideal destination for those eager to immerse themselves...

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