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Professor Josephine Luzon’s Doctoral Dissertation, Measuring Performance of Nonprofit IARCs, Published as a Book

Professor Josephine Luzon’s Doctoral Dissertation, Measuring Performance of Nonprofit IARCs, Published as a Book

JCU Assistant Professor of Business Administration Josephine Luzon recently had her dissertation published as a book, titled "Measuring Performance of Nonprofit IARCs - Performance Measurement Nonprofits International Agricultural Research Centers" (Lambert Academic Publishing).

Study Abroad Student Testimonial: Alex Zafran

Study Abroad Student Testimonial: Alex Zafran

Read student Alex Zafran's account of his time spent studying abroad at John Cabot University, and how the cultural diversity he found enriched his experience.

Visiting Scholar Brian L. Ott Hosts Film Screening and Lecture at JCU

Visiting Scholar Brian L. Ott Hosts Film Screening and Lecture at JCU

On July 24-25th, JCU hosted visiting scholar Brian L. Ott, University of Colorado Denver. On July 24th, in Aula Magna Regina, students, staff, and faculty viewed the Norwegian film The Bothersome Man, after which Professor Ott led a lively discussion, while the following day he presented a guest lecture in Prof. Carl Burgchardt's "Cinematic Rome" class.

JCU’s Introduction to Photojournalism Explores Different Worlds on Rome’s Streets

JCU’s Introduction to Photojournalism Explores Different Worlds on Rome’s Streets

According to Professor Donald Winslow, "Rome is one of the most photogenic and amazing places in the world, the perfect location to teach photojournalism."

JCU Students Visit Legendary Cinecittà Film Studios

JCU Students Visit Legendary Cinecittà Film Studios

On Monday, July 23, Professor Carl Burgchardt's "Cinematic Rome" class visited Cinecittà, one of the most important sites in the history of world filmmaking.

International Communications Institute Discusses Politics and Rhetoric

International Communications Institute Discusses Politics and Rhetoric

In the second of the John Cabot University Institute in International Communication's Summer 2012 series of events, participants examined the role of rhetoric in political agenda-setting and campaigns.

John Cabot University and UNICRI Launch Summer School on Human Rights

John Cabot University and UNICRI Launch Summer School on Human Rights

On Monday, July 23, John Cabot University and UNICRI, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute, launched the Summer School on Human Rights.

President Franco Pavoncello Attends “Panta Rei Lab” Debate

President Franco Pavoncello Attends “Panta Rei Lab” Debate

On July 17th, JCU President Franco Pavoncello attended the first in a series of cultural meetings and discussions titled "Panta Rei Lab," held in Rome's Palazzo Braschi, which includes John Cabot University among its sponsors.

Chiara De Luca: From Naples to St Andrews University in Scotland

Chiara De Luca: From Naples to St Andrews University in Scotland

Read about JCU Graduate in Communications from Chiara De Luca and how her JCU experience helped her be accepted for an MA at St Andrews University!

Professor Federigo Argentieri Participates in Panel Discussion

Professor Federigo Argentieri Participates in Panel Discussion

Professor Federigo Argentieri, director of the JCU Guarini Institute for Public Affairs, will attend a panel discussion, scheduled for July 17th, as part of the successful Tabularasa 2012 summer festival, held in Reggio Calabria.

JCU’s Institute in International Communication Debates Politics, Money and Social Media

JCU’s Institute in International Communication Debates Politics, Money and Social Media

On Wednesday, July 11, students, faculty and alumni came together to debate the role of money in enhancing and distorting political communication, in the first of the JCU Institute in International Communication's Summer 2012 series of events.

Professor Lopez Presents His Latest Book The Media Ecosystem

Professor Lopez Presents His Latest Book The Media Ecosystem

JCU Communications Professor Antonio Lopez today gave a special presentation of his latest book "The Media Ecosystem" (Evolver Editions) at San Francisco's Alexander Book Company.

Meet Alumna Silvia Dalla Torre, Class of 2012

Meet Alumna Silvia Dalla Torre, Class of 2012

Class of 2012 Alumna Silvia della Torre shares her experience with UBS in Zurich after graduating from John Cabot University.

President Pavoncello Elected “Friend for Special Merits” of Italy’s National Academy of Sciences

President Pavoncello Elected “Friend for Special Merits” of Italy’s National Academy of Sciences

The title of "Friend for Special Merits" is bestowed upon individuals who have made an important contribution to the Academy or the Association. President Pavoncello was recognized for his special role in establishing closer relationships between the Academy and the Italian-American community.

Faculty Development Funds Awarded for the Academic Year 2011-2012

Faculty Development Funds Awarded for the Academic Year 2011-2012

JCU Vice President and Academic Dean Mary Merva is pleased to report that JCU faculty development funds continue to support the professional development of an outstanding group of faculty.

Students Complete Internships at U.S. Embassy and U.S. Mission to UN

Students Complete Internships at U.S. Embassy and U.S. Mission to UN

Ten John Cabot University students from Italy have recently completed internships at the US Embassy and the U.S. Mission to the UN in Rome.

John Cabot University Press Presents “The Irish Fairy Tale”

John Cabot University Press Presents “The Irish Fairy Tale”

A Narrative Tradition from the Middle Ages to Yeats and Stephens, by Vito Carrassi, Translated by Kevin Wren

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session II Students!

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session II Students!

Students who hail from all across the USA and from around the world, are being welcomed at Fiumicino Airport by JCU staff and Student Ambassadors.

President Pavoncello Quoted in Time Magazine and Wall Street Journal

President Pavoncello Quoted in Time Magazine and Wall Street Journal

President Pavoncello was recently quoted in Time Magazine in a feature on Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti's difficult position.

Study Abroad Student Alethea Stolzfus Testimonial

Study Abroad Student Alethea Stolzfus Testimonial

Read the testimonial that Alethea Stoltzfus, a visiting student at John Cabot University in 2012, wrote for her home school's paper, the Suffolk Voice.