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President Pavoncello Greets Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte at Rome Synagogue

President Pavoncello Greets Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte at Rome Synagogue

On January 18, 2019, John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello greeted Italian Prime Minister and former JCU Board member Giuseppe Conte at the Rome synagogue.

Welcome to Spring 2019 Semester at JCU

Welcome to Spring 2019 Semester at JCU

The John Cabot University community is pleased to welcome new and returning students to our Spring 2019 semester. There are over 1260 enrolled undergraduate freshmen, transfer students, study abroad students, gap year students, and freshmen abroad.

Continuity is Key: JCU Alumna Paola Scotto di Frega

Continuity is Key: JCU Alumna Paola Scotto di Frega

JCU Alumna Paola Scotto di Frega describes her time at JCU, shares advice for expected graduates, and explains her current position at PANTA RAY.

A Unique Combination: Study Abroad Student Jake Madeson

A Unique Combination: Study Abroad Student Jake Madeson

Jake Madeson is a senior at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. A double major in English and Marketing, Jake spent his Fall 2018 semester at John Cabot University.

JCU and UNICRI Announce First Spring Course on Food and Nutrition Security

JCU and UNICRI Announce First Spring Course on Food and Nutrition Security

John Cabot University, in cooperation with the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI),  is organizing the first edition of the Spring Course on Food and Nutrition Security, which will take place at JCU in Rome, Italy, from May 13 through 17, 2019.

Working the Field in South Sudan: Alumnus Joseph Astrella

Working the Field in South Sudan: Alumnus Joseph Astrella

Alumnus Joseph Astrella describes his JCU experience, his current life in South Sudan, and what he has planned for the future.

Congratulations to English Language for University Studies (ENLUS) Graduates!

Congratulations to English Language for University Studies (ENLUS) Graduates!

On Tuesday, December 12, 2018, JCU hosted a graduation ceremony for students completing ENLUS,  John Cabot University's English Language for University Studies Program.

Washington Post: President Pavoncello on Italy’s Budget Standoff with E.U.

Washington Post: President Pavoncello on Italy’s Budget Standoff with E.U.

President Franco Pavoncello was interviewed on December 18, 2018 by The Washington Post on Italy's recent budget standoff with the European Union.

Celebrating Innovation: JCU Attends ANGI’s Annual Award Ceremony

Celebrating Innovation: JCU Attends ANGI’s Annual Award Ceremony

John Cabot University attends the Annual Ceremony at the Chamber of Deputies organized by Associazione Nazionale Giovani (ANGI).

JCU Professor Argentieri Interviewed on Hungarian Street Protest

JCU Professor Argentieri Interviewed on Hungarian Street Protest

JCU Professor Federigo Argentieri was interviewed by the news program GR3 of Rai on the reasons and nature of the mass protest against two bills just passed by the Hungarian parliament.

Trade Wars: Is It the End of Globalization? JCU Hosts Dr. Doaa Abdel-Motaal

Trade Wars: Is It the End of Globalization? JCU Hosts Dr. Doaa Abdel-Motaal

The Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted the event “Trade Wars: Is It the End of Globalization” presented by Dr. Doaa Abdel-Motaal on November 26 2018. Dr. Abdel-Motaal is an environment and climate change expert, and author of the book Antarctica: The Battle for the Seventh Continent.

JCU Studio Art Department Showcases Student Talent

JCU Studio Art Department Showcases Student Talent

The John Cabot Studio Art Program showcased student talent at an exhibit held on December 6, 2018 at the Largo dei Fiorentini Art Studio. This celebration of student art work, which has been held every semester since 1999, is a way for students to share their work with each other and the JCU community.

JCU Enactus Team Goes to Silicon Valley

JCU Enactus Team Goes to Silicon Valley

The JCU Enactus team goes to Silicon Valley to represent John Cabot University at the Enactus World Cup, after victory in Italy’s National Enactus Competition.

JCU Student Bebe Vio Receives Innovation Leader Award at Italian Parliament

JCU Student Bebe Vio Receives Innovation Leader Award at Italian Parliament

John Cabot University student and Paralympic fencing champion Bebe Vio received the Innovation Leader Award from ANGI, the Italian Association of Young Innovators on December 7, 2018 at the Chamber of Deputies in Rome.

Around the World in Six Novels: An Experiment in Digital Humanities

Around the World in Six Novels: An Experiment in Digital Humanities

A presentation led by Professor Alessandra Grego on her innovative use of digital humanities in one her English Literature course "Selected Topics in World Literature" (EN310).

Running the Show: Communications Major Giulia Villanucci

Running the Show: Communications Major Giulia Villanucci

A Communications major at JCU, Giulia talks about her passion for video making, her position as Team Leader during Orientation, and where she sees herself in the future.

Embracing A Worldly View: English Literature Senior Giorgio Millesimi

Embracing A Worldly View: English Literature Senior Giorgio Millesimi

Giorgio Millesimi, an English Literature senior, tells us about his JCU experience, his views on the importance of studying literature today, and what he plans to do in the future.

Youth and Sustainable Development: JCU Welcomes AIESEC

Youth and Sustainable Development: JCU Welcomes AIESEC

What is the role of youth in the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development? In order to answer this question, the JCU Service Learning Team welcomed two representatives of AIESEC, the world’s largest youth-run organization, on November 15, 2018.

Alumna Shaza Saker, Founder of Hummustown, on Employment for Refugee Integration

Alumna Shaza Saker, Founder of Hummustown, on Employment for Refugee Integration

JCU Alumna Shaza Saker was invited to discuss the key role of employment for refugee integration in the Italian context on November 20, 2018.

John Cabot Students Shine at Fall Career Fair

John Cabot Students Shine at Fall Career Fair

Over 100 expected graduates and alumni took advantage of the chance to launch their career paths with full-time job and internship opportunities in the fields of Human Resources Management, Tourism and Hospitality, Education, Marketing and Communications, Finance, Business and Consulting, and IT Services.