Leadership News

JCU Student Delegation Attends Conference on “Empowering Rural Women to Achieve Food and Nutrition Security”

JCU Student Delegation Attends Conference on “Empowering Rural Women to Achieve Food and Nutrition Security”

On March 6th, a group of four JCU students was invited to attend a conference on “Empowering Rural Women to Achieve Food and Nutrition Security” at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).

JCU Model United Nations Society Conference Tackles Cyber Security Issue

JCU Model United Nations Society Conference Tackles Cyber Security Issue

The club was pleased to welcome students coming from Liceo Blaise Pascal of Pomezia, St. George British International School of Rome, Liceo Innocenzo III of Rome –, as well as a delegation from Qatar Leadership Academy, led by an Alumna of the University, Professor Mia Elazizi.

JCU Holds Annual Student Leadership Training Day

JCU Holds Annual Student Leadership Training Day

On Friday, January 23, 2015, John Cabot University held its annual training session for student leaders.

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.

Students Attend Live Webcast with Nobel Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai at the Embassy of Pakistan

Students Attend Live Webcast with Nobel Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai at the Embassy of Pakistan

A delegation of John Cabot University students participated in the live webcast "Cerimonia Premio Nobel per la Pace 2014 a Malala Yousafzai" at the Embassy of Pakistan in Rome, on Wednesday, December 10th.

Professor Pal Belenyesi Lectures in Conference on Cross-Cultural Negotiations in Brussels

Professor Pal Belenyesi Lectures in Conference on Cross-Cultural Negotiations in Brussels

JCU Economics Professor Pal Belenyesi participated in the Executive Training Programme in Brussels from November 7 - 9.

JCU Student Services Holds First Leadership Training Retreat for Club Officers

JCU Student Services Holds First Leadership Training Retreat for Club Officers

Over 30 club leaders attended the first Leadership Training Retreat on September 5 and 6.

Meet JCU’s Summer 2014 Visiting Professors

Meet JCU’s Summer 2014 Visiting Professors

John Cabot University is fortunate to have many distinguished visiting professors who will be teaching in our two summer sessions

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.

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.

Student Government Travels to Bulgaria for ISLC

Student Government Travels to Bulgaria for ISLC

On March 27th, a delegation of five members of the John Cabot University Student Government traveled to Bulgaria to participate in the 5th Annual International Student Leadership Conference.

JCU Presents Panel Discussion on “Women in Leadership”

JCU Presents Panel Discussion on “Women in Leadership”

On Friday, March 7th 2014, the Women's Leadership Initiative welcomed an international panel with speakers from various career backgrounds.

Students Services Sponsors Memorable Valentine’s Week at JCU

Students Services Sponsors Memorable Valentine’s Week at JCU

Student Services were very enthusiastic about all of the events and activities that took place at JCU during Valentine's Week!

Librarian Eleonora Moccia Accepted to ACRL 2014 Immersion Program

Librarian Eleonora Moccia Accepted to ACRL 2014 Immersion Program

Partnering with faculty in creating skilled, independent, critical learners is perhaps the ACRL 2014 most engaging activity at the Frohring Library, and certainly its most essential goal.

Thank You JCU Orientation Leaders and Skippers

Thank You JCU Orientation Leaders and Skippers

The Orientation Leadership program is one of the most successful student leadership programs at JCU and the JCU community is proud to honor our students' accomplishments!

Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance’s Rome Forum at JCU

Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance’s Rome Forum at JCU

John Cabot University, the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Competere had the pleasure of hosting the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance's second annual Rome Forum on Friday, October 11, 2013.

JCU Hosts Summer 2013 Student Photo Exhibit

JCU Hosts Summer 2013 Student Photo Exhibit

Students of photojournalism, digital, and pinhole photography exhibited their photos in Rome's Studio 9 gallery on July 29th in a show entitled "The Real and the Unreal."

President Franco Pavoncello Delivers Keynote Presentation

President Franco Pavoncello Delivers Keynote Presentation

The President was the initial commentator in the Opening Plenary Session, specifically in the session entitled "Social Capital and the Trust Factor in Transition Societies."

JCU Announces 2013 Student Award Winners

JCU Announces 2013 Student Award Winners

"Welcome to this celebration of excellence at John Cabot University," said President Franco Pavoncello as he addressed students, faculty and staff gathered at the Secchia Terrace on April 23rd for JCU's annual Student Award ceremony. "These students define our mission as a University and their successes are a testimonial to the quality of our faculty."

Successful 2012-2013 Academic Year for the JCU MUN Society

Successful 2012-2013 Academic Year for the JCU MUN Society

This year JCU's MUN Society has had another remarkably successful year. This year students attended the Oxford International Model United Nations, Stockholm Model United Nations (at the Stockholm School of Economics), RomeMUN, and WorldMUN in Melbourne (hosted by Harvard University).