Here in the Eternal City of Rome, the sun shines bright against a deep blue sky and Roman red and ochre facades. Our Fall term students begin to rustle with feelings of longing for family and, in contrast, sorrow that this semester of adventure and learning… More
Academic Excursion to the Southern Italian town of Matera By Professors Marta Perrotta and Ben Scribner Matera was one of the first human settlements in Italy, and among the most active filming locations in the country, chosen by Pier Paolo Pasolini… More
Pre-Thanksgiving at Tina’s house Last night the Rome students and the Arcadia staff enjoyed a gorgeous Mediterranean-American Pre-Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks to Tina for hosting us in her warm and cosy house. Not to mention the baked rolls of pizza with… More
By Professor Luigi Tocchetti learn how to invest in Wine Montalcino is a tiny medieval town, immersed in one of the most beautiful regions of the world, Tuscany, surrounded by vineyards, olive trees, and breathtaking views wherever you look at. As many… More
By Lauren Sanderson, Accademia Italiana Florence / University of Vermont student Every morning I walk out of my massive wooden doors onto the cobblestone streets of Borgo Degli Albizi and I better understand the meaning of “la dolce vita” or “the good… More