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...
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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....
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Before you zip up your suitcase and head to Perugia, you might be wondering: How do I fit four months of life into one bag? Here are three essentials every student should bring — trust us, your future self will...
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There is no better way to beat the heat and immerse yourself in Italian life than by indulging in some creamy, flavorful gelato. To help you navigate the gelato scene in Perugia, we've gathered recommendations from former students who've already...
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The end of the digging season for Umbra’s Trasimeno Archaeology Field School, took place not under the beating sun in the midst of an olive orchard but rather in the vaulted, frescoed grand hall of a former noble palace in the...
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Authored by Gilman Scholarship Recipient Deandra R. Rosetta Ciao a tutti! I’m Deandra Rosetta, a Native American from Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico, and a Summer 2025 Umbra Institute student. I usually attend the University of New Mexico for Film...
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