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Our Italian program offers comprehensive training in both the language and rich cultural traditions of Italy, providing insights into one of Europe's most influential economies with deep historical roots. Suitable for all proficiency levels, the curriculum includes essential language components alongside foundational studies of Italian society. Elective courses let you delve into diverse cultural aspects through mediums like opera, contemporary music, cinema, fashion, and media.
Additional elective topics range from Dante's works and Renaissance art to modern issues like organized crime, immigration, social identities, and regional dialects. Your third year includes study abroad in Italy for immersive learning. Advanced coursework later covers specialized subjects including gender studies, culinary arts, industrial design, and professional Italian. The capstone project lets you research a personal interest under faculty supervision. Your Italian immersion year enhances linguistic fluency while offering firsthand cultural understanding - an experience many alumni consider their most rewarding academic milestone.