Top Five To-Do’s Before You Leave Perugia
Apr | 02
Happy Thanksgiving from Umbra! Today we're thankful for Perugia. And knowing how quickly this last month will fly by for the Fall 2010 students, the Umbra staff have put together a list of Umbra's Top Five Must-Do's before you leave... Read More
Tour of the Town
Mar | 05
With a breathtaking summer sun setting over the green hills of the Umbria region, Umbra Institute staff member Zach wrapped up his "Nooks and Crannies" tour of Perugia for the newly arrived Full Immersion students. The walking tour provided students... Read More
Kissing Contest
Mar | 05
No none knows what came first, the chicken or the egg, and just as mysterious is whether the Hershey's kiss or the Perugina bacio was first. Original or copy, the bacio tastes just as good on the lips, and to... Read More
9-30-2010 Sewing to Save Lives
Mar | 02
Umbra students benefit from helping others with community engagement activities. With a needle and thread in hand, students began sewing their very own Pigotta doll for UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund. Every week, student volunteers will work towards creating... Read More
Welcome Back Aperitivo
Mar | 02
Yesterday night the Birraio hosted the Umbra Institute's welcome back aperitivo. Students tired from all of their Fall Break travel were able to kick back on the Birraio's comfy couch-seats and have a bite to eat while recounting their adventures in... Read More
Happy Anniversary, Perugia!
Mar | 02
Perugia celebrated its 150th anniversary of liberation from the Swiss Guard on September 14th. To commemorate, numerous speeches and musical event were held in the center of the city. Italian law enforcement officials dressed in the traditional garb of the... Read More