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Professor Daniel Roy Connelly Selected as Finalist for the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award

Professor Daniel Roy Connelly Selected as Finalist for the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award

English Language and Literature and Theater Professor Daniel Roy Connelly has been selected as one of 60 finalists in the international Aesthetica Creative Writing Award that attracted thousands of entries from writers across the world.

Win a Scholarship to Study Abroad at John Cabot University in Summer 2015!

Win a Scholarship to Study Abroad at John Cabot University in Summer 2015!

John Cabot University will be awarding four tuition scholarships for one three credit summer class from the options below during one of JCU's summer sessions (Summer I: May 21-June 27; Summer II: July 2-August 8).

John Cabot University Joins Institute of International Education’s “Generation Study Abroad” Initiative

John Cabot University Joins Institute of International Education’s “Generation Study Abroad” Initiative

John Cabot University has signed onto the Institute of International Education's Generation Study Abroad initiative to help more Americans to gain international experience through study abroad programs.

JCU to Welcome Back Professor Craig Smith in Summer Session I

JCU to Welcome Back Professor Craig Smith in Summer Session I

An expert in speech writing and debate, Dr. Smith's career witnessed two speechwriting roles in the White House for both President Gerald Ford and President George H.W. Bush.

JCU Trustee Portia Prebys Donates Bequest of Author Giorgio Bassani to City of Ferrara, Italy

JCU Trustee Portia Prebys Donates Bequest of Author Giorgio Bassani to City of Ferrara, Italy

JCU Trustee Portia Prebys Donates Bequest of Author Giorgio Bassani to City of Ferrara, Italy.

Delegation of JCU Students Participates In the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in Rome

Delegation of JCU Students Participates In the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in Rome

Eleven JCU student delegates had the unique opportunity to participate in the 14th World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, held in Rome from December 11 to 13.

John Cabot University Students Diedré Blake, Neal Huddon-Cossar, and Challis Popkey Honored at the Italian Parliament

John Cabot University Students Diedré Blake, Neal Huddon-Cossar, and Challis Popkey Honored at the Italian Parliament

John Cabot University is proud to announce that on October 9, students Diedré Blake, Neal Huddon-Cossar, and Challis Popkey were chosen by the Italy-USA Foundation to receive medals of the Italian Parliament.

Hon. Frank J. Guarini, Chairman of JCU Board of Trustees, Receives Prestigious “America Award”  from Italy-USA Foundation

Hon. Frank J. Guarini, Chairman of JCU Board of Trustees, Receives Prestigious “America Award” from Italy-USA Foundation

In presenting the award to Chairman Guarini, Italy-USA Foundation President Lucio D'Ubaldo praised the former congressman's many accomplishments and his commitment to fostering bonds between the two countries.

Visiting Professor Craig Smith Wins Gronbeck Political Communication Research Award

Visiting Professor Craig Smith Wins Gronbeck Political Communication Research Award

Professor Craig Smith was granted the 2014 Bruce E. Gronbeck Political Communication Research Award, for his work '"Confessions of a Presidential Speechwriter"

Faculty Development Funds Awarded to Support JCU’s Outstanding Professors

Faculty Development Funds Awarded to Support JCU’s Outstanding Professors

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.

Professor Daniel Roy Connelly Awarded First Prize in Poetry Festival

Professor Daniel Roy Connelly Awarded First Prize in Poetry Festival

Dr. Daniel Roy Connelly, adjunct assistant professor of English literature and theater, was named recipient of First Prize in the annual Fermoy International Poetry Festival, based in County Cork in the Republic of Ireland.

JCU Community Service Concludes Summer Session with Gelato for Volunteers

JCU Community Service Concludes Summer Session with Gelato for Volunteers

Eight students were awarded with Community Service Certificates in recognition of their volunteer work this summer.

JCU Creative Writing Institute Hosts Ceremony for 2014 Italy Writes

JCU Creative Writing Institute Hosts Ceremony for 2014 Italy Writes

On June 19, John Cabot University and the Institute for Creative Writing and Literary Translation welcomed the finalists of the Italy Writes Creative Writing Competition.

Communications Student Giacomo Sproccati Wins “Best Speaker” Award

Communications Student Giacomo Sproccati Wins “Best Speaker” Award

JCU senior Giacomo Sproccati recently joined Toastmasters, an international organization in which participants develop their speaking and leadership skills.

Trustee Ali Reza Arabnia Named “Cavaliere del Lavoro” by Italian President Giorgio Napolitano

Trustee Ali Reza Arabnia Named “Cavaliere del Lavoro” by Italian President Giorgio Napolitano

The title is conferred each year during the Italian Feast of the Republic to those citizens who have distinguished themselves for their innovative contributions to the country's economy.

Isabella Clough Marinaro Named Professor of the Year by Class of 2014

Isabella Clough Marinaro Named Professor of the Year by Class of 2014

"Prof. Clough challenges students to produce their best work, supports them when things get difficult and above all else, inspires them to be better students and better people outside the classroom."

JCU and UNICRI Present Summer School on Human Rights

JCU and UNICRI Present Summer School on Human Rights

John Cabot University and the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) are pleased to announce the third edition of the Summer School on Human Rights.

John Cabot University Presents the 2014 Student Awards

John Cabot University Presents the 2014 Student Awards

"We are here to celebrate the success of our students and the special spirit of our community," said John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello.

Alberese Archaeological Project Wins $7000 Research Grant

Alberese Archaeological Project Wins $7000 Research Grant

The Alberese Archaeological Project has been awarded the prestigious Rakow Grant for research by the Corning Museum of Glass (NY).

Alumna Mari Yoko Hara Featured on American Academy in Rome Website

Alumna Mari Yoko Hara Featured on American Academy in Rome Website

The American Academy in Rome recently interviewed John Cabot University alumna Mari Yoko Hara for a feature on its website.