Want to sing? A professional Italian Maestro will conduct several choral workshops throughout the semester.
Each session has a different musical theme and is a great chance to improve your Italian pronunciation and cultural knowledge.
Absolutely no musical experience is necessary.
Meet at 7:00pm in Aula Magna.
Come and watch a classic movie together about food in Italy! We will start with an aperitivo and, after the movie, we will discuss it while eating a film-inspired dinner prepared by our resident chef Christian Palazzi in the Umbra Kitchen. Meet Manuel in Aula Magna at 6:45pm.
The cost of the event is 20 €. A minimum of 12 students is required.
This event is canceled because we didn’t reach the minimum number of participants.
Ever wonder how to make a pizza? See how it’s done by an expert pizzaiolo and enjoy a tasty meal after the lesson. Use the App to sign up and pay with Student Services (10 € – first come, first served). Meet at the Fountain at 6:45 pm.
The application deadline is 4 February 2019.
Want to sing? A professional Italian Maestro will conduct several choral workshops throughout the semester.
Each session has a different musical theme and is a great chance to improve your Italian pronunciation and cultural knowledge.
Absolutely no musical experience is necessary!
Meet at 7:00pm in Aula Magna.
Turn in your travel form and enjoy your break from March 9th til the 15th!
Interested in playing soccer? Join the Umbra Soccer Team! This informal team meets once a month to play together with Italian students in Perugia.
Check the Umbra App to know everything about place and times and remember to sign up through the App each time.
A minimum of participants is required for the game to run.
If you are looking for another way to meet Italians, but you want to do it while playing one of your favorite sports, look no further. The Umbra Institute will take you out to the ball game: you will join the informal Umbra Softball team and you will train with the Perugia official Softball/Baseball team.
Check the Umbra App to know everything about place and times and remember to sign up through the App each time.
You’ll meet with Jacopo to walk together to the baseball gym in Via XX Settembre.
Want to sing? A professional Italian Maestro will conduct several choral workshops throughout the semester.
Each session has a different musical theme and is a great chance to improve your Italian pronunciation and cultural knowledge.
Absolutely no musical experience is necessary.
We regret to inform you that the choir Workshops have been canceled because we didn’t reach the minimum number of participants.
Join the informal Umbra Softball team for this second training session.
You’ll meet with Jacopo to walk together to the baseball gym in Via XX Settembre.
Want to sing? A professional Italian Maestro will conduct several choral workshops throughout the semester.
Each session has a different musical theme and is a great chance to improve your Italian pronunciation and cultural knowledge.
Absolutely no musical experience is necessary!
We regret to inform you that the Choir Workshop has been canceled because we didn’t reach the minimum number of participants.
Interested in playing soccer? Join the Umbra Soccer Team! This informal team meets once a month to play together with Italian students in Perugia.
Check the Umbra App to know everything about place and times and remember to sign up through the App each time.
A minimum of participants is required for the game to run.
Join the informal Umbra Softball team for this second match. Check the Umbra App to know everything about place and times and remember to sign up through the App each time.
You’ll meet with Jacopo to walk together to the Minimetrò that will take you to the Perugia baseball field in Pian di Massiano.
A minimum of participants and fine weather are required for the game to run.
Come listen to literary readings presented by the Italian Tales and Stories. Meet at 5:45pm at the fountain to walk together.
*You must RSVP through the Umbra App.
Send an email to Manuel ([email protected]) with your dietary restrictions by Friday, April 19th by 12:00pm. Only those that have RSVPed will be allowed entrance due to limited space and therefore, names will be checked at the door.
Note: Students participating in courses do not need to RSVP.
Come be a part of the Umbra music students’ final recital and listen to their beautiful vocal and instrumental performances.
Meet in the Umbra courtyard at 6:10pm to walk together to the music school.
The Museum Practicum students Paul Martin, Elena Puig Powell, and Amalia Skoparantzos have been working hard all semester helping our neighbor, the Cathedral Museum, located in the courtyard in front of Umbra. They have prepared an entertaining and fun theme-based tour where you will learn about the fascinating collection of relics, hear tales of the saints, and discover new things about Perugia. Meet your guides in the Umbra courtyard.
See Perugia through new eyes as Introduction to Photography students come together to exhibit their final pieces. Cupcakes and refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome!
Come be a part of the Umbra music students’ final recital and listen to their beautiful vocal and instrumental performances.
Meet in the Umbra courtyard at 6:10pm to walk together to the music school.
The Museum Practicum students Paul Martin, Elena Puig Powell, and Amalia Skoparantzos have been working hard all semester helping our neighbor, the Cathedral Museum, located in the courtyard in front of Umbra. They have prepared an entertaining and fun theme-based tour where you will learn about the fascinating collection of relics, hear tales of the saints, and discover new things about Perugia. Meet your guides in the Umbra courtyard.
See Perugia through new eyes as Introduction to Photography students come together to exhibit their final pieces. Cupcakes and refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome!
Come listen to literary readings presented by the Italian Tales and Stories. Meet at 5:45pm at the fountain to walk together.
*You must RSVP through the Umbra App.
Send an email to Manuel ([email protected]) with your dietary restrictions by Friday, April 19th by 12:00pm. Only those that have RSVPed will be allowed entrance due to limited space and therefore, names will be checked at the door.
Note: Students participating in courses do not need to RSVP.
Do you like FREE FOOD & FRIENDSHIP?
Want to show off your cooking skills?
Are you wondering what you’ll do with all that leftover mayonnaise?
Water Essentials is organizing a Leftovers Lunch!
WHEN: Friday, April 26th, 11am-2pm
WHERE: Student Lounge
WHAT TO BRING: a dish made up of all the leftover food in your fridge!
Get creative! Check out the links below for inspiration:
https://www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/recipes
https://www.supercook.com/#/recipes
Exams will take place at Umbra (#1 on your map). See details below to know where you need to be and when.
111 students
12:15 pm: Meeting with Academic Director Francesco Burzacca in Aula 3
211, 311, and 411 students
12–12:45 pm: written exam in Aula 2
1:15–3 pm: oral exam in Aula 2 and Aula 3
Meet in the courtyard in front of the Umbra entrance at your scheduled time. Learn where to buy groceries, send mail, find ATMs, and orient yourself in the city.
Schedule as follows:
1 pm: Last names: A – G (Tour Guide: Silvia Bartolini)
1:40 pm: Last names: H – P (Tour Guide: Silvia Bartolini)
2:20 pm: Last names: Q – Z (Tour Guide: Silvia Bartolini)
Enjoy a gelato on Umbra! Meet at the fountain at 6:25pm or meet us directly at Gelateria Veneta (Piazza Italia, 20) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Intensive Italian through Culture and Italian 101 students: Choose to experience full immersion with your peers through a weekly Italian language vow!
Choose to experience full immersion with your peers through a weekly Italian language vow!
Experience BBQ the Umbrian way! Enjoy the late afternoon with some good tunes while soaking up the sun, and if you’re feeling sporty, there’s always room for a volleyball or soccer game. This is a BYOB (bring own beverage) event. Meet at the fountain at 6:20pm to walk towards the Temple of San Michele Arcangelo together.
Meet US Embassy staff in Aula 2 at 3:30 pm to learn more about health and safety in Italy.
Choose to experience full immersion with your peers through a weekly Italian language vow!
Has your foot been itching to kick a ball? Would you like to partake in (one of) Italy’s national sports?
Come join your American and Italian peers for some, informal, fun soccer!
From this semester, the games will be organized in collaboration with ONAOSI – a boarding school in Perugia – and you will have the chance to play along with Italian university students! Please be respectful to all participants and event organizers and be sure to attend after you sign up.
You’ll meet with Manuel at 7:00 pm at the Fountain in order to reach the ONAOSI Soccer Field together.
Come and say goodbye to your General Studies Program friends! Meet at the fountain at 6:45pm.
Intensive Italian through Culture: Choose to experience full immersion with your peers through a weekly Italian language vow!
Intensive Italian through Culture: Come practice your Italian skills with your Italian friends at Punto di Vista.
Come and say Arrivederci to your Intensive Italian amici! Location TBA. Check your email for more details.
Please check your email for further information regarding your appointment schedule.
Come eat pizza on Umbra! Meet at the fountain at 6:50 pm to walk together to the Pizzeria.
Learn about the exciting history of chocolate and afterword get the opportunity to make your own tasty sweet.
Sign up on the App and pay in the Student Services office (10 €). This event requires a minimum number of participants in order to run.
Meet in the umbra courtyard at 7pm.
Deadline to sign up: Sept. 13th
The Orsini family in Passignano sul Trasimeno is looking for volunteers to assist with their daily farm work, helping to harvest olives. To sign up, please click ‘Count me in’. Lunch will be provided by the family. Cost is 10€ for insurance and lunch and should be paid directly to the family. Minimetrò and train tickets are your own responsibility to purchase.
The deadline to sign up is Monday, September 16 at 12pm. Email Arianna ([email protected]) with any dietary restrictions by this time.* See email for more details.
*Umbra staff will email you with final details and the family’s contact information once the deadline has passed.
Come eat pizza on Umbra!
Meet at the Fountain at 6:50pm to walk together to the Pizzerias.
You asked for it, and here it is! Due to popular demand, we have organized another Make your own Pizza Workshop.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty! Learn from an expert pizzaiolo about making Neapolitan-style pizza and afterwards, enjoy your delicious masterwork.
Sign-up on the App. Your subscription will be approved after the payment at the Student Services Office (10 Euros). This event has limited spots: first come, first served!
Meet at the Fountain at 6:45 pm.
Deadline to sign up: Sept. 23rd
The Orsini family in Passignano sul Trasimeno is looking for volunteers to assist with their daily farm work, helping to harvest olives. To sign up, please click ‘Count me in’. Lunch will be provided by the family. Cost is 10€ for insurance and lunch and should be paid directly to the family. Minimetrò and train tickets are your own responsibility to purchase.
The deadline to sign up is Monday, September 30 at 12pm. Email Arianna ([email protected]) with any dietary restrictions by this time.* See email for more details.
*Umbra staff will email you with final details and the family’s contact information once the deadline has passed.
Learn some valuable adjustments tips when returning home and how to stay connected to your unforgettable semester in Italy. Meet in Aula 2 at 7:00 pm.
During this workshop, you will articulate your study abroad experience and new skills for your future careers! Meet at 7:00pm in Aula 2.
In collaboration with the Borgo Sant’Angelo neighborhood, located on Corso Garibaldi, this semester’s Placemaking students would like to invite you to be a part of their place-making efforts by helping create art installations for the beautiful Sant’Angelo Park during Notte Bianca (an event filled with food, music, dancing, and more). Cupcakes and other refreshments will be served. Meet in the Umbra courtyard at 6:45pm to head over together.
If you are not able to make it at that time, meet us on Corso Garibaldi at Piazza Domenico Lupatelli.
In collaboration with the Borgo Sant’Angelo neighborhood, located on Corso Garibaldi, this semester’s Placemaking students would like to invite you to be a part of their place-making efforts by helping create art installations for the beautiful Sant’Angelo Park during Notte Bianca (an event filled with food, music, dancing, and more). Cupcakes and other refreshments will be served. Meet in the Umbra courtyard at 6:45pm to head over together.
If you are not able to make it at that time, meet us on Corso Garibaldi at Piazza Domenico Lupatelli.
Listen to the beautiful vocal and instrumental performances of this semester’s Umbra music students at their final recital. Please remember to RSVP on the APP.
Meet at the fountain at 6:00pm to walk to the music school together.
See Perugia through new eyes as the Photography and Ceramics students come together to exhibit their final pieces. Snacks and beverages will be served. Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP on the App to ensure that there is enough food for everyone.
Come listen to literary readings presented by the Italian Tales and Stories students. Aperitivo will be served. Meet at the fountain at 5:45pm to walk together. Please RSVP through the App to secure your spot at this event by Thursday, December 5th. Limited spots available.
Note: Students in the participating courses do not need to RSVP.
Listen to the beautiful vocal and instrumental performances of this semester’s Umbra music students at their final recital. Please remember to RSVP on the APP.
Meet at the fountain at 6:00pm to walk to the music school together.
See Perugia through new eyes as the Photography and Ceramics students come together to exhibit their final pieces. Snacks and beverages will be served. Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP on the App to ensure that there is enough food for everyone.