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Meet John Cabot University Senior Mary Rideout

Meet John Cabot University Senior Mary Rideout

When I first heard about JCU, back in the eleventh grade, it was as if destiny took a hand in my search for the right school.

Edoardo Secchi, CEO of Italie France Group, Visits JCU

Edoardo Secchi, CEO of Italie France Group, Visits JCU

On Thursday the 8th of November Mr. Edoardo Secchi, Founder and CEO of "Italie France Group", came to visit JCU and to share information on his business experiences with interested students, faculty and staff.

JCU Students Visit the “Corte Suprema di Cassazione”

JCU Students Visit the “Corte Suprema di Cassazione”

On Friday October 19, LAW 341 and LAW 219 students, together with Chiara Magrini, JCU Adjunct Assistant Professor of Law, visited the "Corte Suprema di Cassazione", the highest court in the Italian judicial system.

JCU Community Celebrates Election Night

JCU Community Celebrates Election Night

For the US Presidential Election of 2012, John Cabot University hosted a very special Election Night Party

Oxfam Hunger Banquet Gives JCU Community Insight into World Hunger

Oxfam Hunger Banquet Gives JCU Community Insight into World Hunger

On October 23 JCU students, faculty and friends gathered in the Tiber Cafeteria for the second annual Oxfam Hunger Banquet.

JCU Presents Minor in Entrepreneurship

JCU Presents Minor in Entrepreneurship

The Business Administration Department and the JCU Institute for Entrepreneurship are pleased to announce the introduction of a Minor in Entrepreneurship.

Important Message from John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello

Important Message from John Cabot University President Franco Pavoncello

While this event has shocked all of us, John Cabot University has a strong and united community where students, faculty, and staff are supportive of each other.

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.

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.

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.

JCU Students Visit Legendary Cinecittà Film Studios

JCU Students Visit Legendary Cinecittà Film Studios

On Monday, July 23, Professor Carl Burgchardt's "Cinematic Rome" class visited Cinecittà, one of the most important sites in the history of world filmmaking.

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."

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.

International Communications Institute Discusses Politics and Rhetoric

International Communications Institute Discusses Politics and Rhetoric

In the second of the John Cabot University Institute in International Communication's Summer 2012 series of events, participants examined the role of rhetoric in political agenda-setting and campaigns.

John Cabot University and UNICRI Launch Summer School on Human Rights

John Cabot University and UNICRI Launch Summer School on Human Rights

On Monday, July 23, John Cabot University and UNICRI, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute, launched the Summer School on Human Rights.

Chiara De Luca: From Naples to St Andrews University in Scotland

Chiara De Luca: From Naples to St Andrews University in Scotland

Read about JCU Graduate in Communications from Chiara De Luca and how her JCU experience helped her be accepted for an MA at St Andrews University!

JCU’s Institute in International Communication Debates Politics, Money and Social Media

JCU’s Institute in International Communication Debates Politics, Money and Social Media

On Wednesday, July 11, students, faculty and alumni came together to debate the role of money in enhancing and distorting political communication, in the first of the JCU Institute in International Communication's Summer 2012 series of events.

Students Complete Internships at U.S. Embassy and U.S. Mission to UN

Students Complete Internships at U.S. Embassy and U.S. Mission to UN

Ten John Cabot University students from Italy have recently completed internships at the US Embassy and the U.S. Mission to the UN in Rome.

Faculty Development Funds Awarded for the Academic Year 2011-2012

Faculty Development Funds Awarded for the Academic Year 2011-2012

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.

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session II Students!

John Cabot University Welcomes Summer Session II Students!

Students who hail from all across the USA and from around the world, are being welcomed at Fiumicino Airport by JCU staff and Student Ambassadors.