Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew How To Say Before Moving to Perugia

Sep | 25

An opinion piece by Lindsey Cottle  Before I moved to Perugia to intern with The Umbra Institute, I didn’t speak a word of Italian. Well, actually, that’s not true… I could sing along with Dean Martin’s Italian Love Songs, but... Read More
Welcome to Perugia to our Fall ’24 Students

Sep | 13

We are thrilled to welcome our new cohort of students for the Fall 2024 semester! It’s a fresh start, and we are filled with enthusiasm as we watch our school come to life with eager minds from all across the... Read More
Intensive Italian at Umbra: Finding My Voice in Perugia

Aug | 22

An opinion piece by Addison Basile Intensive Italian Language Summer Program   Yesterday, I returned to Newark Airport with a suitcase that was a bit heavier than it had been when I originally left for Perugia. It carried the weight... Read More
Embracing Community in the Green Heart of Italy

Jul | 25

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

Jul | 18

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... Read More
Unearthing the Past: A Journey with the Trasimeno Archaeology Field School

Jun | 18

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... Read More

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