International News

John Cabot University International Relations Society Presents a “Month of the Middle East”

John Cabot University International Relations Society Presents a “Month of the Middle East”

Between October 22 and November 17, 2014 John Cabot University will be hosting a total of six events connected to the project, among which include an evening with Dr. Saywan Barzani, the Iraqi Ambassador to Italy, as well as with the Imam of the Italian Islamic Community, Yahya Pallavicini.

“Greening Media Education:” New Book by Professor Antonio López

“Greening Media Education:” New Book by Professor Antonio López

Professor Antonio López has just published his third book, Greening Media Education, about media and environmental sustainability.

Professor Pamela Harris Speaks at a Conference on Second Vatican Council and Democracy in Catholic Countries

Professor Pamela Harris Speaks at a Conference on Second Vatican Council and Democracy in Catholic Countries

On October 15th, Professor Pam Harris spoke at a conference about Pope Paul VI, the Second Vatican Council and the Third Wave of Democratization.

Twenty Teachers from Italian High Schools Participate in the Italy Reads Masterclass at JCU

Twenty Teachers from Italian High Schools Participate in the Italy Reads Masterclass at JCU

On Tuesday, October 14th twenty teachers from Italian high schools attended the Italy Reads Masterclass for Teachers in JCU's Aula Magna Regina.

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.

Guarini Institute Welcomes Leonardo Morlino for Distinguished Lecture

Guarini Institute Welcomes Leonardo Morlino for Distinguished Lecture

On Thursday, October 2nd the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted a lecture by Leonardo Morlino, Professor of Political Science at LUISS University in Rome.

Professor Clough Marinaro to Help Fulbright Scholar Iman Childs

Professor Clough Marinaro to Help Fulbright Scholar Iman Childs

JCU Professor Isabella Clough Marinaro will be working with Iman Childs, Fulbright grant recipient, as she conducts research on African immigration to Italy.

President Pavoncello Interviewed by Xinhua on Italian Labor Reform

President Pavoncello Interviewed by Xinhua on Italian Labor Reform

John Cabot University Franco Pavoncello was interviewed by Chinese English language news agency Xinhua English News on the Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi's battle for labor reform.

Fall 2014 ENLUS Hosts Half the Globe in One Classroom

Fall 2014 ENLUS Hosts Half the Globe in One Classroom

This Fall semester, the eight students in the ENLUS 2/2 class represent a large part of the globe in one room, with students from Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Professor Rensmann Publishes Article on Ethnic Diversity and  “Cosmopolitanization” in European Party Politics

Professor Rensmann Publishes Article on Ethnic Diversity and “Cosmopolitanization” in European Party Politics

JCU Professor Lars Rensmann has just published a new research article in German Politics and Society, the leading peer-reviewed journal for the study of German politics.

Professor Pietro Paganini Publishes Editorial Piece in Italian Daily “Corriere della Sera”

Professor Pietro Paganini Publishes Editorial Piece in Italian Daily “Corriere della Sera”

JCU Professor Pietro Paganini recently published an editorial piece on Italian schools in the prestigious Italian daily Corriere della Sera.

Professors Driessen and Rensmann Present at International Conferences in September

Professors Driessen and Rensmann Present at International Conferences in September

Political Science Professors Michael Driessen and Lars Rensmann recently presented papers at the American Political Science Association (APSA) Annual meeting in Washington, DC.

JCU Student Jasmine Manari’s Short Film Selected for Cinewest Film Festival

JCU Student Jasmine Manari’s Short Film Selected for Cinewest Film Festival

Congratulations to JCU Communications Major Jasmine Manari, whose second short-film, My Big Mouth Vagina has been selected for screening at the Cinewest Film Festival in Sydney, Australia.

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"

Visiting Professor Simon Davies Quoted in Major Bloomberg Article on Google’s Actions in Europe

Visiting Professor Simon Davies Quoted in Major Bloomberg Article on Google’s Actions in Europe

Privacy advocate and founder of Privacy International, Davies is considered one of the world experts on Internet privacy and data protection. Professor Davies will be teaching a course at JCU this Fall semester.

JCU Visits Alberese Archaeological Field School in Tuscany

JCU Visits Alberese Archaeological Field School in Tuscany

On Sunday August 3rd, JCU Staff, faculty and students visited excavations in progress, and explored the world of archaeology.

President Pavoncello Interviewed by China’s Xinhua English News: Italy’s Prime Minister Must Continue with Reforms for Economic Growth

President Pavoncello Interviewed by China’s Xinhua English News: Italy’s Prime Minister Must Continue with Reforms for Economic Growth

John Cabot University Franco Pavoncello was interviewed by China's Xinhua English News on the Italian economic situation and the reforms proposed by Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.

Professor Paganini Publishes Editorial in Italian Newspaper “Corriere della Sera”

Professor Paganini Publishes Editorial in Italian Newspaper “Corriere della Sera”

JCU Professor Pietro Paganini recently published an editorial piece in the prestigious Italian daily Corriere della Sera.

Professor Lars Rensmann Publishes Article in Leading German Newspaper

Professor Lars Rensmann Publishes Article in Leading German Newspaper

JCU Political Science and International Affairs Professor Lars Rensmann published an article in one of Germany's leading newspapers, the WELT AM SONNTAG.

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.