How to Work Up a Thanksgiving Appetite
Nov | 17
During the afternoon on Thanksgiving, the Urban Engagement class worked up an appetite by helping the Borgo Bello Neighborhood Association clean street numbers along Corso Cavour. Alongside Italian volunteers, students took turns climbing the small ladder to scrape the numbered... Read More
In Search of an Italian Delicacy, Il Tartufo
Nov | 17
Earlier this month, students from Umbra’s HSIT350: History and Culture of Food in Italy found themselves picking their way carefully over uneven, muddy ground in the search of an Italian delicacy, il tartufo, the truffle! This truffle hunting experience... Read MoreThe Sweet Side of Chocolate: Fair Trade Festival Altrocioccolato
Oct | 24
In the heart of Città di Castello, a small city located in northern Umbria, a variety of vendors gathered for Altrocioccolato to celebrate a culinary favorite: chocolate! Amidst this diverse crowd of educators, patrons, and organizations, a group of four... Read More
Umbra Students Gain Hands-on International Marketing Experience
Oct | 24
Umbra’s BSIM 390: International Marketing provides students with an overview of theoretical and current business practices of international marketers, combined with a service learning component that allows for real world experience through a partnership with a local Umbrian company. This... Read MoreUmbra Students Participate in International Fair Trade Chocolate Festival
Oct | 22
As part of Umbra’s 3-credit INIT 350: Academic Internship and Seminar- Fair Trade elective course, students have the opportunity to apply intercultural communications skills and knowledge gained from the classroom into practical, field-based experience in fair trade. The course is... Read More
Umbra Students Volunteer at Local Agriturismo
Oct | 17
This semester has been filled with local volunteer opportunities for students. Everything from UNICEF Pigotta doll making and wrapping holiday gifts with Mani Tese, to English tutoring at local schools. Umbra participants have not shied away from these opportunities, but... Read More