Urbino, Italy Study Abroad Program at Villanova University

This program, conducted in both Urbino and Florence, is designed to give students the opportunity to learn and/or improve their Italian language skills.

This program, conducted in both Urbino and Florence, is designed to give students the opportunity to learn and/or improve their Italian language skills and expose them to Italian culture and civilization both in and out of the classroom. Students will profit from the ideal location of the two cities: Urbino, high in the beautiful Apennines yet close to the Adriatic beaches; Florence, centrally loc

20/09/2016

Interested in studying abroad in Urbino, Italy? Apply to do so next summer from May 21-July 1, 2017 at www.abroad.villanova.edu! Deadline is March 15, 2017!

20/01/2016

Interested in studying abroad this Summer? Join us at the Study Abroad Fair on January 22nd from 11am-3pm in Bartley Hall Atrium to learn about our summer offerings and how they complement your academic, personal and career goals!

12/10/2015

Carlo Alberto Beretta, CEO of Bottega Veneta
Tradition, Elegance and Craftmanship. The Timeless Luxury Model of Bottega Veneta
Tuesday, October 20, 2015, 4.30pm
Nydick Family Commons in Bartley Hall

This lecture will explore the difference Italy makes in the fashion industry. The CEO of Bottega Veneta, one of the most wide-recognized luxury brands in Italy, will introduce attendees to a singular model of entrepreneurship, present one of the fastest growing businesses in Italy, and discuss the key role that Italian culture plays in global fashion.

We hope you will join us!

A Century of Pasta. De Cecco and The Italian Culture of Food

09/10/2015

The first lecture in "The Difference Italy Makes" lecture series is available on YouTube! The first lecture, titled "A Century of Pasta. De Cecco and The Italian Culture of Food," explores the difference Italy makes in the global food industry. The CEO of Pasta De Cecco presents one of Italy’s most widely-recognized businesses, introduces a singular model of entrepreneurship, and discusses the relationship between Italian food and culture.

The next lecture in "The Difference Italy Makes" lecture Series is:
"Tradition, Elegance, and Craftsmanship. The Timeless Luxury Model of Bottega Veneta" by Carlo Alberto Beretta, CEO of Bottega Veneta
Tuesday, October 20, 2015, 4.30pm
Nydick Family Commons in Bartley Hall

We hope to see you there!

A Century of Pasta. De Cecco and The Italian Culture of Food This lecture explores the difference Italy makes in the global food industry. The CEO of Pasta De Cecco presents one of Italy’s most widely-recognized busine...

22/09/2015

In one week, "The Difference Italy Makes" lecture series begins with a look at the Italian culture of food! Unisciti a noi!

31/08/2015

Another semester has begun and along with it comes a new lecture series! The Italian Program proudly presents "The Difference Italy Makes" beginning Thursday, October 1st at 5pm! We hope you will join us!

Photos from Urbino, Italy Study Abroad Program at Villanova University's post

30/06/2015

Medieval times in Gradara!

24/06/2015

This is the Urbino group in Murano -- an island close to Venice famous for its glasses. The students participated in glass blowing during their visit!