Student’s Voice: Studying an Italian Master
Apr | 18
Earlier this semester, students enrolled in AHST 371: Leonardo da Vinci: Artist, Genius and Scientist traveled to Florence and Milan to see first-hand works by the Italian Renaissance Master, Leonardo da Vinci. The Uffizzi, Palazzo Vecchio, Castello Sforzesco and the... Read More
C.A.R.O. Vicolo: The Greening of Via Fiorenzuola
Apr | 14
After several intensive and fun-filled months of community engagement, co-design, constructing, painting and plant preparation the first green installations and hanging planters will be positioned and celebrated along Via Fiorenzuola in the Borgo Bello neighborhood. Join students from the ESUS... Read More
Pigotta Dolls and Language Exchange at UNICEF
Mar | 17
Umbra students participating in the UNICEF volunteer opportunity are well on their way to completing their handmade Pigotta dolls for adoption. Each doll that is adopted buys vaccinations for at risk children in other countries. For two hours each Monday,... Read More
How To Succeed in Aperitivo 101 Without Really Trying
Mar | 17
The Italians have a saying: “L’appetito vien mangiando,” or, “Appetite comes with eating.” Wednesday evening, a group of Umbra Institute students tested this theory at Aperitivo 101. Surrounded by the Living Café’s sweeping panoramic views of Umbrian countryside, students listened as... Read More
Umbra Professor Publishes Book Analyzing Hellenistic Sculpture
Feb | 26
Umbra Professor Alessandro Celani has published a new book, A Certain Natural Pain: Hellenistic Sculptures Between Sense and Meaning, (Naturalis Quidam Dolor: Sculture ellenistiche fra senso e significato) focused on the birth and development of various artistic trends in the... Read More
Local Traditions in Siena: Il Palio
Feb | 21
Piazza del Campo, site of Il Palio. While studying abroad, Umbra students have a multitude of opportunities to learn first-hand about the customs and traditions of Italy. To add historical context to some of these experiences, students enrolled in Umbra... Read More