Often we wander around Rome from one appointment to the next in awe of the warm December sun and bright blue skies while we curse another bus and metro strike. This sort of inner conflict affects every Roman and adopted Roman: we love the weather, the… More
Our students have been in Rome for about four months now, we hope that they managed to fully grasp the concept of living in Rome. The days have been full of wandering and exploring through the Eternal City, crossing the beautiful and narrow streets, eating… More
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
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