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Aerial View - Perugia Perugia PERUGIA, At first, Perugia looks like the many hilltop towns of central Italy. It sits high atop a hill flecked with charming pink and yellow roofs, encircled by ancient and medieval walls. But this is a place where magic meets modernity. And though the city has preserved its Etruscan walls, centuries-old churches, winding cobblestone streets, and an ITALY impressive smattering of and Baroque architecture, it is also a vibrant modern city. Corso Vannucci, the main thoroughfare, hums with energy from restaurants, jazz cafes, piano bars, theatres, pubs, museums, and art exhibits. Today’s Perugia offers an enchanting blend of ancient allure and modern vigor, breathtaking vistas paired with the pleasant bustle of a university town.

Nicknamed the “University City,” Perugia boasts a thriving international student scene. Each year, thousands of Italian and international students flock to the city to attend the Universitá per Stranieri di Perugia and the many studio and performing arts schools in the area. Unlike the more popular tourist destinations, Italian is heard on every street corner and in every shop, making the city a gem for Distance to Perugia (Miles): language students seeking a truly immersive experience. Every night, 86 95 students gather on the steps of the duomo to eat, drink, and make 119 163 merry. Part of living in Perugia is about being swept up in the city’s 237 251 boisterous energy every time you step outside. 283

In other Italian cities, you’re a tourist. A visitor. An outsider. In Perugia, you became one of the locals. You speak the language and eat the food. The city is both your classroom and your playground, offering Welcome to Perugia a one-of-a-kind study abroad experience. Study and culture in one of the This isn’t just a “study” abroad experience. It’s a “life” abroad Universitá per Stranieri di Perugia experience. (Info from Institute) most beautiful medieval city in Italy. Perugia, the capital of Umbria, is located halfway between Education Abroad Rome and Florence. It is also near , , Cortona, and other hill towns in Umbria and Summer 2018 . Programs John D. Calandra Italian American Institute, in

collaboration with the European Languages and Literatures Department at Queens College and the University for Foreigners of Perugia (Universitá per Stranieri di Perugia), is offering a summer study abroad program for students interested in Italian language and culture. It will be held at one of Italy’s oldest and most prestigious center of Piazza IV Novembre Italian language education.

Typical Comments from students Program Dates: Attending Summer programs Course Information Session 1 It's been exactly three weeks since I arrived to Perugia, and a lot st has happened. I love Perugia!!! I don't want to leave! In fact, I'm Friday, June 1 Arrival in Perugia The primary goal of this program is the study of extending my stay. I'm going to stay at least one month longer Saturday, June 2nd National Holiday Italian language. Student language ability will be (maybe a month and a half) and will take a more advanced Monday, June 4th Welcoming, Orientation evaluated upon arrival in an examination. Italian class; Placement test, Enrollment; According to the student’s language ability, the Perugia is beautiful! There is a panoramic view just about Guided tour - Perugia student will be placed in one of the following Italian anywhere you go. I enjoy exploring the hilly streets of the Welcome Dinner language courses. Levels I, II, and III courses have 20 medieval city with my friends; there's always something to Tuesday, June 5th Session 1 Classes begin to 22 hours of lesson per week, and consist of discover. It's a small city, which means that I often bump into TBD Two-day trip to historical people that I know while walking around; it's truly amazing; theoretical and practical teaching of grammar, city (student selects date) conversation and laboratory practice. Level IV and I had a great time in Perugia. I can’t wait to go back. I loved the Wednesday, June 27th Final exam Level V have 27 hours of lesson per week. All courses book, food and trip vouchers; h Thursday, June 28 Pizza Dinner are taught in Italian by university professors who are This program is extremely well run and coordinated. I appreciate Friday, June 29th Session 1 ends experts in their fields. so very much all the work the staff at Stranieri and the staff here at QC did to make this possible. It’s an invaluable experience that every student should have; Session 2 st I love this program I wish I could go again in this program. This Sunday, July 1 Arrival in Perugia nd has been one of the most beautiful experiences in my life; Monday, July 2 Guided tour - Perugia, Welcome Dinner Overall this program was great and exceeded my expectations. In one month I learned so much Italian and I feel I can now really Welcoming, Orientation communicate in Italian. I also learned a lot about the culture, so I Placement test did accomplish my purpose of the trip. I also enjoyed my time Tuesday, July 3rd Session 2 Classes begin there so much! Now I also have new friends in Italy. Thank you TBD Two-day trip to historical so much for allowing me to participate in this program, if there is city (student selects date) anything I can do to help with the program please let me know. Thursday, July 26th Final exam Thank you!

Pizza Dinner Application is available at Education Abroad Friday, July 27th Session 2 classes end Website: www.qc.cuny.edu/studyabroad (Note: Dates/activity may vary)

Application Deadline: April 1, 2018 Programs: Umbria Jazz Festival - Perugia

Italian Language & Civilization (6 credits)

Session 1 [June] FOR MORE INFORMATION Session 2 [July]

Contact: Program Costs for Matriculated CUNY Students Program 1: $2160 (6 credits) Joseph Grosso, Program Coordinator Second Continuous Session: $1760 (6 credits) Calandra Italian American Institute/CUNY Program 2: $2160 (6 credits)

Cost includes: CUNY tuition; Orientation, placement Queens College Education Abroad Office testing and advisement; Welcome Dinner; Farewell 65-30 Kissena Boulevard Dinner, Two-day visit to historical site; dinner/lunch King Hall 203 vouchers, book voucher; Perugia city tour; cultural Flushing, New York 11367 activities; insurance; and transcript.

Additional costs not included – housing, (student Tel. 718-997-5769 housing/dorms are available), airfare, other meals, FAX: 718-997-5055

E-mail: [email protected] *Prices will vary for Non-CUNY, out-of-state, and/or Visit my Facebook page for more pictures of Perugia international students