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Dean Mary Merva Invited to Participate in Aspen Institute Italia Seminar

Dean Mary Merva Invited to Participate in Aspen Institute Italia Seminar

Vice President and Academic Dean Mary Merva had the pleasure to be invited to participate in the 3rd edition of the Aspen Institute Italia Seminar on "The Enlightenment and the Transatlantic Link: Common Roots and Today's Challenges."

Higg’s Boson: A Discussion on the Discovery of “God’s Particle”

Higg’s Boson: A Discussion on the Discovery of “God’s Particle”

The Guarini Institute hosted a discussion on the newly discovered Higg’s Boson entitled “Boson Friend: A Discussion on the Discovery of ‘God’s Particle.’”

President Franco Pavoncello Interviewed by Italian Daily “l’Opinione”

President Franco Pavoncello Interviewed by Italian Daily “l’Opinione”

President Pavoncello, discusses, among other things, the merits of the American university system and how the concept of liberal arts education is making strides in Italy and the rest of the world.

Professor Pierluigi Allotti Presents “Giornalisti di Regime” Book

Professor Pierluigi Allotti Presents “Giornalisti di Regime” Book

On Monday, September 24th, Professor Pierluigi Allotti presented his book "Giornalisti di regime. La stampa italiana tra fascismo e antifascismo 1922-1948", which deals with the Italian press during the fascist regime.

Professor Pietro Paganini Present Product Development Lecture Series

Professor Pietro Paganini Present Product Development Lecture Series

Business Administration Professor Pietro Paganini, in association with the Entrepreneurship Institute, will welcome a series of product development managers from leading companies to lecture within its MKT304 - New Product Management course.

Professor Silvia Scarpa Presents Paper on Exploitation of Children

Professor Silvia Scarpa Presents Paper on Exploitation of Children

JCU Assistant Professor of Political Science Silvia Scarpa recently travelled to Valencia to take part in the 5th General Biennial Conference of the European Society of International Law (ESIL), held September 13th-15th.

Professor Alessandro Signorini Presents Paper at Conference in Rome

Professor Alessandro Signorini Presents Paper at Conference in Rome

John Cabot University Professor of Marketing Alessandro Signorini, recently attended the Industrial Marketing and Purchasing Group's 28th annual conference (IMP 2012), held at Rome's Università del Sacro Cuore on September 13th-15th.

Professor George Minot Publishes New Novel “Om Love”

Professor George Minot Publishes New Novel “Om Love”

Congratulations to Professor George Minot, whose new novel Om Love has been published by Random House! Om Love is a love story about a once-trendy artist who's lost his bearings and finds his life reinvigorated by his new yoga practice--and a certain barefooted yoga teacher.

Professor Lars Rensmann Delivers Keynote Address at Goethe University

Professor Lars Rensmann Delivers Keynote Address at Goethe University

Political Science Professor Lars Rensmann delivered the keynote address on "The Political Psychology of Collective Resentments".

Professor Anna Tuck-Scala Reviews Il Borghese e l’Antico Exhibition

Professor Anna Tuck-Scala Reviews Il Borghese e l’Antico Exhibition

The European Architectural History Network promotes the exchange of knowledge among scholars all over the world on the history of architecture in Europe.

JCU Professor Pietro Paganini Discusses the U.S. Elections on SkyTV

JCU Professor Pietro Paganini Discusses the U.S. Elections on SkyTV

Prof. Paganini, from John Cabot, an American University in Rome, talks about the US elections.

Professor Carlos Dews to Co-write Two Novels with Award-Winning Mystery Author S.J. Rozan

Professor Carlos Dews to Co-write Two Novels with Award-Winning Mystery Author S.J. Rozan

The two authors recently signed a two-book deal with Penguin/Blue Rider.

JCU Welcomes New and Returning Students to Fall 2012!

JCU Welcomes New and Returning Students to Fall 2012!

The John Cabot University faculty, staff, and student body are pleased to welcome new and returning degree-seeking and visiting students.

JCU Student Baylen Campbell Completes Internship for US Congressman

JCU Student Baylen Campbell Completes Internship for US Congressman

John Cabot University junior student Baylen Campbell served as an intern in Kentucky Congressman Hal Rogers' office in Washington DC for a duration of six weeks this summer.

JCU Professor Lars Rensmann to Present Work at 2012 APSA Meeting

JCU Professor Lars Rensmann to Present Work at 2012 APSA Meeting

JCU Political Science Professor Lars Rensmann will present a paper at the 108th American Political Science Association (APSA) Annual Meeting and Exhibition, which will take place in New Orleans August 30-September 2, 2012.

Going Strong at 75: Italy Reads Volunteers Preparing for Fall 2012

Going Strong at 75: Italy Reads Volunteers Preparing for Fall 2012

A record 75 student volunteers have signed up to participate in JCU's Italy Reads, John Cabot University's community-based reading and cultural exchange program. Students committed themselves to prepare for the Italy Reads program by volunteering to read 'The Great Gatsby' and  work with the over 30 Italian Public High Schools that are part of this program of cultural exchange around.

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."