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Head Librarian Livia Piotto Publishes Chapters in Two Books of the American Library Association

Head Librarian Livia Piotto Publishes Chapters in Two Books of the American Library Association

Livia Piotto, who has been JCU’s Head Librarian since 2022, has written two chapters for publications of the American Library Association

Call for Papers: “The Social Life of Rome’s Rivers,” 5 – 6 June 2025, JCU

Call for Papers: “The Social Life of Rome’s Rivers,” 5 – 6 June 2025, JCU

This conference plans to bridge the many approaches that engage with the sociocultural, economic, and political relevance of Rome's rivers.

JCU and University of Naples “L’Orientale” Launch Partnership for MA in International Affairs with Lecture by Rector Tottoli

JCU and University of Naples “L’Orientale” Launch Partnership for MA in International Affairs with Lecture by Rector Tottoli

John Cabot University celebrated its newly forged partnership with the University of Naples “L’Orientale” with a keynote lecture by Professor Roberto Tottoli, Rector of L’Orientale.

Why We Need the Humanities: JCU Welcomes Nicola Gardini from Oxford University

Why We Need the Humanities: JCU Welcomes Nicola Gardini from Oxford University

On September 18, 2024, the Department of Modern Languages and Literature welcomed Nicola Gardini, Professor of Italian and Comparative Literature at Oxford University for a lecture entitled “Why We Need the Humanities.”

Frohring Library Launches “ScholarShip:”JCU Digital Archive

Frohring Library Launches “ScholarShip:”JCU Digital Archive

The Frohring Library at John Cabot University is pleased to announce the official launch of its new institutional repository, John Cabot University ScholarShip – Digital Archive.

A Passion for Neuroscience: Meet Alumna Nicole Spaziani

A Passion for Neuroscience: Meet Alumna Nicole Spaziani

Nicole Spaziani graduated from John Cabot University with a B.A. in Psychological Science in 2024. She recently started a graduate program (Laurea Magistrale) at the University of Padua in Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical Neuropsychology.

JCU and UNICRI Conclude Ninth Edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Conclude Ninth Edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

The ninth edition of the JCU-UNICRI Summer School on Migration and Human Rights was held at John Cabot University from July 8 to 12, 2024.

Summer School on Migration and Human Rights Kicks Off with Agàpe Documentary   

Summer School on Migration and Human Rights Kicks Off with Agàpe Documentary   

On July 8, 2024, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) and John Cabot University  organized the special event “Beyond Borders: Unveiling the Human Stories of Migration” to kick off the Ninth Edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights.

John Cabot University Celebrates the Class of 2024

John Cabot University Celebrates the Class of 2024

On May 13, John Cabot University celebrated the Class of 2024 at a ceremony held at the Villa Aurelia on the Janiculum Hill overlooking the city of Rome.

John Cabot University Celebrates 2024 Student Award Winners

John Cabot University Celebrates 2024 Student Award Winners

John Cabot University held its annual Student Awards Ceremony on the Secchia Terrace on April 18, 2024.

John Cabot University Presents “Feminist Futures:” A Celebration of International Women’s Day

John Cabot University Presents “Feminist Futures:” A Celebration of International Women’s Day

Coordinated by the Department of Psychological and Social Sciences, Feminist Futures was a day-long event of academic talks and live performances honoring the achievements of women across different fields.

Jazz and Poetry: A Tribute to the Beat Generation with Elisabetta Antonini

Jazz and Poetry: A Tribute to the Beat Generation with Elisabetta Antonini

On February 19, John Cabot University welcomed jazz singer and composer Elisabetta Antonini for a lecture/performance entitled “Jazz and Poetry: A Tribute to the Beat Generation.”

John Cabot University Wins Two Awards for Excellence in Study Abroad

John Cabot University Wins Two Awards for Excellence in Study Abroad

John Cabot University is pleased to announce that it has received two awards for Excellence in Study Abroad.

JCU and UNICRI Announce Ninth Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Announce Ninth Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU, in collaboration with UNICRI, is happy to announce the ninth edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights, which will be delivered from July 8 to 12, 2024.

MA in Art History Candidates Present Master’s Theses

MA in Art History Candidates Present Master’s Theses

On December 15 and 16, 2023, fifteen John Cabot University Master of Arts in Art History candidates presented their final theses.

JCU Welcomes Ridaje Founders Di Ciaccio and Mongelli

JCU Welcomes Ridaje Founders Di Ciaccio and Mongelli

On October 16, Lorenzo Di Ciaccio and Luca Mongelli, co-founders of the startup Ridaje, were guests in Professor Versari's Social Entrepreneurship course.

Uncivil War: Author Huw Bennett on the Northern Irish Conflict

Uncivil War: Author Huw Bennett on the Northern Irish Conflict

On October 25, Professor Tholens welcomed author Huw Bennett to discuss about his newly released book "Uncivil War: The British Army and the Troubles, 1966-1975."

Professors Antonio Lopez and Miriam Tola Co-edit Routledge Handbook of Ecomedia Studies

Professors Antonio Lopez and Miriam Tola Co-edit Routledge Handbook of Ecomedia Studies

John Cabot University Communications and Media Studies Professors Antonio Lopez and Miriam Tola co-edited The Routledge Handbook of Ecomedia Studies (Routledge, 2023), which was released in September as an open-access e-book, as well as a regular print version.

JCU and UNICRI Conclude Eighth Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Conclude Eighth Edition of Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

The eighth edition of the JCU-UNICRI Summer School on Migration and Human Rights was held at John Cabot University from July 10 to 14, 2023.

John Cabot University Celebrates the Class of 2023

John Cabot University Celebrates the Class of 2023

On May 15, 2023, John Cabot University celebrated the Class of 2023 at the Villa Aurelia on the Janiculum Hill overlooking the city of Rome. 12 students received their Master of Arts in Art History, 184 received their Bachelor of Arts. degrees, and 4 received their Associate of Arts degrees.