Umbra Photo of the Month
Apr | 01
Congratulations to Elon Hirsch-Bliden from Elon University for his winning photo! This month the contest had the theme of "Food in Italy." Elon's photo is entitled "Pompeian Orange." He will enjoy a free meal at Quattro Passi Pizzeria. Auguri Elon! Read MoreCollege vs. Università: Bringing Perugia Into The Classroom
Mar | 17
Have you ever wondered how the Italian education system works? If you had been in Professor Valentina Marasca’s Italian class today, your knowledge on the subject would have increased tenfold. Italian students studying at the Umbra Institute through the... Read MoreTravel Adventures
Mar | 06
Finland, a place of oddities and wonders, and the beginning of my spring break. While in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, I saw many a thing, but only a few are noteworthy. First and foremost, it is a city similar... Read More
Goodbye Dinner for Tandem Friends
Mar | 06
After almost three months of weekly Wednesday Tandem meetings, attendance is still high. Last night a great group of Italian and Umbra students met to enjoy a nice buffet of pizza and pasta, at a local dive the Zibaldone. While... Read MoreBack to School!
Mar | 05
Perugia was quieter last week, and the track had a lot fewer runners as the Umbra Institute students were on their Spring Break. Photos and stories about the Eiffel tower, London’s Tate Gallery, and even fjords were traded this morning... Read MorePhoto of the Month!
Mar | 05
Congratulations to Julie Jones from University of Virginia and to Jaimie Wikeen from Elon University for their winning photos this month! Julie and Jaimie will enjoy a free meal at Quattro Passi Pizzeria. Auguri! Julie Jones "Venice at Night" Jaimie... Read More