Alumni News

Writing as a Necessity: Alumna Claudia Delicato Publishes Her First Novel

Writing as a Necessity: Alumna Claudia Delicato Publishes Her First Novel

Claudia Delicato, from Rome, graduated in 2015 with a degree in International Affairs and a minor in Art History. Claudia will present her first novel, Una Cena (Castelvecchi), in Rome on October 24.

Life in the Fast Lane: Alumna Camilla Voltolini

Life in the Fast Lane: Alumna Camilla Voltolini

Camilla Voltolini, from Verona, Italy graduated in 2017 with a degree in Communications. Camilla worked as an intern in the Special Projects office at JCU, before landing a job for a company that organizes events for Ferrari N.V.

JCU Presents 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award to Elisabetta Fabri

JCU Presents 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award to Elisabetta Fabri

John Cabot University is pleased to announce that Elisabetta Fabri is the recipient of the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award.  The Distinguished Alumni Award is conferred upon an alumnus/a who has demonstrated a steady growth of excellence in his/her career and leadership within his/her respective field. 

Paving the Road to Success: Alumna Fabrizia Lemmo

Paving the Road to Success: Alumna Fabrizia Lemmo

Fabrizia Maurizia Lemmo, from Rome, graduated in 2017 with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Entrepreneurship. Fabrizia won first place in 2017 JCU’s Elevator Pitch competition and interned for BoxEventi Italia as well as the U.S. Embassy in Rome before landing a job as a Market Developer at Coca Cola HBC, where she currently works.

Alumna Elena Ravano Calheiros Launches Foundation for Rare Skin Disease

Alumna Elena Ravano Calheiros Launches Foundation for Rare Skin Disease

When JCU alumna Elena Ravano Calheiros’ twin daughters Leonor and Beatriz were born with a rare genetic disease, she and her husband knew from the start that they would do anything possible to find a cure.

The Art of Luxury: Alumna Rebecca Anne Proctor

The Art of Luxury: Alumna Rebecca Anne Proctor

Originally from Connecticut, Rebecca Anne Proctor graduated from John Cabot University in 2005 with a major in Art History. She holds three Master’s degrees and is currently Editor-in-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar Art Arabia and Harper’s Bazaar Interiors.

Shaping Media Today: Alumna Maria Bondar

Shaping Media Today: Alumna Maria Bondar

Maria Bondar, class of 2018, graduated with a degree in Communications and a minor in Psychology. Hailing from Ukraine, she completed an internship at the JCU Web Communications Office through the Career Services Center.

JCU as a Family Tradition: Economics and Finance Student Omar Attiya

JCU as a Family Tradition: Economics and Finance Student Omar Attiya

Omar Attiya, class of 2018, graduated with a double degree in Economics and Finance and in Marketing. Born and raised in Kuwait, he is the fourth member of his family to graduate from JCU, following his two older brothers and mother. While at JCU, he worked as a Student Assistant at the IT Office and as a representative for the Admissions Office.

Keeping Up with Digital Transformation: Alumna Giorgia Conte

Keeping Up with Digital Transformation: Alumna Giorgia Conte

An International Business major, Giorgia Conte graduated magna cum laude from John Cabot University in December 2016, and currently works as a Junior Marketing Assistant at uFirst. While at JCU, she was a member of Ipazia and Business Club. Recently Giorgia was invited by the Institute for Entrepreneurship for a presentation on digital marketing strategies.

JCU Hosts New York Gala: April 10 at Union League Club

JCU Hosts New York Gala: April 10 at Union League Club

John Cabot University is pleased to invite the JCU community and friends to the New York Gala, which will take place at The Union League Club on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at 7:00 pm.

La Sinfonia di Emery: A Novel by Ludovico Crisanti Cucchiella

La Sinfonia di Emery: A Novel by Ludovico Crisanti Cucchiella

Ludovico Crisanti Cucchiella was born in Rome. He graduated from LUISS before taking Advanced Creative Writing Workshop: Fiction in Summer 2016 with Professor Michael Carroll at JCU. Ludovico recently published his first book La Sinfonia di Emery with Gangemi Editore.

Be our Guest: Alumnus Romano Campione Takes Hospitality to New Heights

Be our Guest: Alumnus Romano Campione Takes Hospitality to New Heights

Alumnus Romano Campione, class of 1993, is a Business Administration major of British and Italian descent. He is an active member of the JCU alumni network and has helped organize alumni events in London where he currently resides. Romano started his career with the help of Career Services and he is now the Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing at Starhotels.

4m2 Gallery Presents Spring Vernissage with Catherine Parsonage and Geraldine Ghelli

4m2 Gallery Presents Spring Vernissage with Catherine Parsonage and Geraldine Ghelli

The 4m2 Gallery is pleased to invite you to our Spring Vernissage, featuring the work of artists Catherine Parsonage and Geraldine Hope Ghelli. Hosted by the Art History Society and the Frohring Library, the vernissage is sponsored by the Alumni Association and the Department of Art History and Studio Art.

John Cabot University Alumni Gathering in London

John Cabot University Alumni Gathering in London

On Friday, February 2, 2018, the John Cabot University alumni community in London came together on the occasion of the Alumni Gathering.

JCU Alumna Shaza Saker Launches “Hummustown” to Help Syrian Refugees

JCU Alumna Shaza Saker Launches “Hummustown” to Help Syrian Refugees

John Cabot University alumna Shaza Saker has launched Hummustown, a catering organization that provides job opportunities to Syrian refugees in Rome.

A Passion for the Practice of Law: Alumnus Anthony Vanicek

A Passion for the Practice of Law: Alumnus Anthony Vanicek

After graduating from Georgetown Law, alumni Anthony Vanicek was able to find a job as a trial attorney in Colorado. He was an International Affairs major at JCU.

Alumna Fatema Basrai Featured in Forbes “30 Under 30 Education” List

Alumna Fatema Basrai Featured in Forbes “30 Under 30 Education” List

Fatema Basrai studied abroad at John Cabot University during the 2008-2009 academic year.

John Cabot University Career Fair Featured in RAI News Program

John Cabot University Career Fair Featured in RAI News Program

On Friday, November 10, the JCU Center for Career Services hosted the second Career Fair of the Fall 2017 Semester. Over 70 company representatives from the university’s 500+ partner organizations participated in the event to offer jobs, internships, and career advising.

The Art of Cooking: JCU Alumna Brooke Parkhurst

The Art of Cooking: JCU Alumna Brooke Parkhurst

Brooke Parkhurst is a JCU study abroad alumna from Pensacola, Florida. She attended Davidson College in North Carolina and during her junior year (2000-2001), she studied for two semesters at John Cabot University. Brooke is a chef, food writer, and cooking instructor.

Political Science and International Affairs Departmental Reception

Political Science and International Affairs Departmental Reception

On Tuesday, November 7, the JCU Department of Political Science and International Affairs hosted its first Departmental Reception. Professors Bridget Welsh and Michael Driessen welcomed alumni, current students, and fellow-instructors in the Aula Magna to help them reconnect and socialize.