Photo of the Month Winner
Nov | 06
Congrats to Katy Branston from Elon University for her photo entitled "Bird's Eye View of San Marco." Katy will enjoy a free meal from Quattro Passi Pizzeria. Auguri Katy! Read More
Happy Holidays from the Umbra Institute!
Nov | 06
Please take a few moments to view the 2007 Holiday greeting from the Umbra Institute (click photo): Season's Greetings from the members of the Umbra administration and staff! Read More
Aperitivo 101
Nov | 05
Last night Umbra students and staff sat down at a café in Perugia’s main street, Corso Vannucci, and enjoyed that quintessential Italian evening activity, the aperitivo.An aperitivo is a small drink that is usually served to stimulate the appetite before... Read More
Baci Perugina – EuroChocolate!
Nov | 05
In November 1907, with 70,000 lire in initial capital (about $35.00), the Perugina Chocolate Company was founded. From humble beginnings in a small kitchen in Perugia’s historical center, the Perugina grew to its current huge size. Though “la Perugina” has... Read More
Fiera dei Morti
Nov | 05
Every year from November 1st through the 5th, Perugia hosts a local fair, Fiera dei Morti, in celebration of "Tutti Santi" or All Saints Day. This year, the fair will be held as usual, down at Pian di Massiano,... Read More
La politica e Nutella
Nov | 05
Wednesday night American and Italian students braved the rain and thunder to come together for another meeting of the TANDEM language exchange. This weekly program, organized by the Umbra Institute, brings American students together with Italian students wanting to learn... Read More