Castagne Season in Perugia: A Taste of Autumn
Oct | 03
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, something magical happens in Perugia: the unmistakable scent of roasting chestnuts—castagne—begins to drift through the city streets. In the fall, vendors appear with small fires and paper cones, serving up... Read More
Navigating the Minimetrò
Sep | 26
An opinion piece by Reagan Lee The Minimetrò is the coolest little system I have ever seen in terms of public transport. With its seven stops, covering 1.9 miles, you wouldn't think that this will be a big part of... Read More
5 Things to Do in Your Free Time in Perugia
Sep | 02
Perugia is a hilltop city full of charm, history, and cobblestone streets. As a student studying abroad here, you’ll quickly realize that between classes, meals, and weekend trips, you also have something valuable: free time. Yes, you could spend that... Read More
Welcome Fall 2025 Students to Perugia!
Sep | 01
The Umbra Institute is delighted to welcome our newest group of students arriving from the United States and all over the world to spend their semester abroad here in Perugia. This historic city will be your home for the months... Read More
3 Budgeting Tips for Your Semester Abroad in Perugia
Aug | 21
Looking for ways to save money while studying abroad in Italy? These budgeting tips for students in Perugia will help you manage daily expenses, from groceries and dining to transportation, so you can enjoy your semester abroad without overspending. Studying... Read More
Not another grammar book: Umbra’s new Italian 101 textbook
Aug | 12
Umbra's new Italian 101 textbook is many things. However, it is for sure not yet another generic Italian grammar textbook. Instead, the Umbra Italian faculty wanted a book tailored on the typical needs and experiences of US study abroad students.... Read More