Umbra Professors Host Writing Workshop
Nov | 02
As midterm exams approach and students begin researching for final papers, Umbra professors hosted a writing workshop for students. As Jim Schwarten, professor of Italian literature and cultural studies, said, "Even the most seasoned writers can benefit from looking critically... Read MoreTANDEM Language Exchange Program Continues
Nov | 01
More than 50 students participated in last week's TANDEM language exchange program. This weekly program, organized by the Umbra Institute, brings American students together with Italian students wanting to learn English. The result is a noisy room with clusters of... Read MorePhoto of the Month – November
Oct | 31
Each month students are asked for submissions for the Umbra Photo of the Month Contest. The number of entries has increased as students explore Perugia, Italy, and destinations throughout Europe. The November contest was a tie, once again, as Emily... Read MoreSeasons Change in Perugia
Oct | 30
>It may not be the same fall season students remember from home, but autumn in Perugia has a beauty all its own. The scent of roasted chestnuts from vendors fills the air on Corso Vanucci, the wind has picked up... Read More
Student Eats 3 Pizzas in Minutes!
Oct | 26
The stakes were high as seven Umbra students competed in the first annual Pizza Eating Contest. The winner--the one to eat the most pizza in 6 minutes--won an all-expense paid weekend getaway to Florence. The first heat placed Jay Eardley... Read More
Perugia Covered in Chocolate!
Oct | 25
For the past week, Perugia was transformed into the city of chocolate. Thousands of Perugians and visitors filled the city center observing demonstrations, tasting varieties of chocolate, watching concerts and fashion shows, and enjoying all the activities throughout the week.... Read More