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Creative Writing Institute Welcomes Francesca Marciano

Creative Writing Institute Welcomes Francesca Marciano

John Cabot University's Institute for Creative Writing and Literary Translation welcomed Francesca Marciano on June 17th, for a reading of her recent work.

Guarini Institute: An Eyewitness Account of the Iraq War and the Media

Guarini Institute: An Eyewitness Account of the Iraq War and the Media

The Guarini Institute welcomed Professor Ibrahim Al-Marashi from the Department of History of the California State University San Marcos.

“Il Giornale” Publishes Results of Professor Federigo Argentieri’s Research

“Il Giornale” Publishes Results of Professor Federigo Argentieri’s Research

The Milan daily "Il Giornale" has published with great relevance the results of a recent research by Prof. Argentieri, carried on at the Jozsef Karolyi foundation in Hungary.

Professor Pietro Paganini Writes Editorial for Corriere della Sera

Professor Pietro Paganini Writes Editorial for Corriere della Sera

Professor Pietro Paganini, who teaches in the Department of Business Administration at John Cabot University, recently published an editorial on how education and creativity can help fight unemployment.

A Life in Red: The Story of Luciana Castellina

A Life in Red: The Story of Luciana Castellina

by Tommaso Trillò On June 17th, the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted a screening of A Life in Red, directed by Andrea Segre and jointly written with the protagonist Luciana Castellina. The film is a homage to the incredible life of Castellina, one of the most active and independent [...]

President Pavoncello Comments on Italian Mayoral Races for WSJ

President Pavoncello Comments on Italian Mayoral Races for WSJ

President Franco Pavoncello was recently interviewed by the WSJ regarding the results of the mayoral races held throughout Italy.

Welcome Participants to 10th Annual AMICAL Conference

Welcome Participants to 10th Annual AMICAL Conference

From June 11th to June 15th, John Cabot University will have the honor of hosting the 10th annual conference of the American International Consortium of Academic Libraries (AMICAL).

Europe’s Long Century: 1900 to present. Society, Politics, and Culture

Europe’s Long Century: 1900 to present. Society, Politics, and Culture

On June 3rd, 2013, the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs, in cooperation with Biblioteca di Storia Moderna e Contemporanea, had the honor of presenting Spencer Di Scala’s book Europe’s Long Century: 1900 to present: Society, Politics, and Culture. A moderated discussion brought together a panel of distinct speakers that [...]

Italy Reads 2013 Starts with Bengali Lunch

Italy Reads 2013 Starts with Bengali Lunch

On Saturday, May 25th, JCU welcomed fifteen teachers from eight different Italian high schools and one international school to the first of three Teacher Training Workshops.

John Cabot University STAND Chapter Wraps Up Academic Year

John Cabot University STAND Chapter Wraps Up Academic Year

The John Cabot University chapter of STAND, the student-led movement against STAND at JCU, has had quite an extraordinary academic year, capped off by a $5,000 donation to Caravan Aid.

President Pavoncello Publishes Analysis of Current Italian Government

President Pavoncello Publishes Analysis of Current Italian Government

John Cabot University President and professor of political science Franco Pavoncello recently published an article about the Italian government led by Enrico Letta in the prestigious website e-International Relations.

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session I Students!

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session I Students!

The John Cabot University community is pleased to welcome students to Summer Session I.

Congratulations to the John Cabot University Class of 2013!

Congratulations to the John Cabot University Class of 2013!

On May 13th, John Cabot University held its 41th Commencement Ceremony, celebrating the Class of 2013 at the wonderful Villa Aurelia, located on the Janiculum Hill, overlooking Rome.

The Class of 2013 in Facts and Figures

The Class of 2013 in Facts and Figures

We at John Cabot University are incredibly proud of the Class of 2013, the largest class in JCU history, and we are looking forward to seeing our graduates develop as the future leaders of their generation.

JCU and UNICRI Present Summer School on Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Present Summer School on Human Rights

The 2013 edition of the Summer School on Human Rights offers a course focusing on the achievements and failings of the human rights system in addressing social, political and economic inequalities specifically affecting women.

Congratulations to Class of 2013 Valedictorian Kirila Cvetkovska!

Congratulations to Class of 2013 Valedictorian Kirila Cvetkovska!

John Cabot University's Vice President and Dean of Academic Affairs Mary Merva is pleased to announce the Valedictorian for the Class of 2013 - Kirila Cvetkovska.

JCU Students Showcase Talents in Spring 2013 Art Show!

JCU Students Showcase Talents in Spring 2013 Art Show!

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 with the JCU community.

JCU Trustee Arabnia Receives Prestigious “Spiga d’Oro” Award

JCU Trustee Arabnia Receives Prestigious “Spiga d’Oro” Award

John Cabot University Trustee Dr. Ali Reza Arabnia was awarded the Spiga d'Oro 2012, a prize that is given each year by the northern Italian city of Cinisello Balsamo to individuals or companies that distinguish themselves by their human solidarity and contributions to society.

JCU’s Theater Group Performs “Grease”

JCU’s Theater Group Performs “Grease”

It was a production that almost didn't happen: When the play's director left unexpectedly about a month before the show's opening, the Spring 2013 production of Grease came dangerously close to a halt.

JCU Announces 2013 Student Award Winners

JCU Announces 2013 Student Award Winners

"Welcome to this celebration of excellence at John Cabot University," said President Franco Pavoncello as he addressed students, faculty and staff gathered at the Secchia Terrace on April 23rd for JCU's annual Student Award ceremony. "These students define our mission as a University and their successes are a testimonial to the quality of our faculty."