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Italian
Why Study Italian?
Italy and Italian culture have
played a crucial role in the development of Western civilization
and in the advancement of several fields, from art to architecture,
from literature to music. Italian influence is still felt today in
areas as diverse as design and cuisine, literature and cinema. The
study of Italian culture is therefore a keystone of any humanistic
curriculum, and of any well-rounded education for that matter.
The study of Italian language holds both scholarly and practical
applications. Since Italian evolved from Latin, students of Italian
indirectly gain a better understanding of their English language,
as an estimated 60 percent of English vocabulary comes from Latin.
Furthermore, Italian is the fourth most spoken foreign language in
U.S. homes, and it is also spoken outside Italy in Switzerland, parts
of Africa, South America and the Balkans. Finally, Italy is one of
the seven most industrialized countries, and knowledge of Italian
can be advantageous in a broad range of careers, such as international
business, journalism, politics and tourism.
Study Abroad
The Turin program offers you a high-quality educational experience
in three diverse academic areas: business, architecture and Italian
studies. These programs are not exclusive of one another; you may
choose courses from any area. Indeed, all students are required to
take at least one course of Italian language.
The Turin program combines academic coursework with practical learning,
tours, site visits and an integrated cultural experience. We will
visit sites of artistic and historic interest, as well as some of
the multi-national firms (automobile, spirits, and banking) headquartered
in the area. Guest speakers from cultural centers and businesses
are an integral part of the program. In addition to U.S. students,
the Turin Program attracts students from throughout Europe, including
an important contingent from Turin itself, making the classroom experience
truly an international one.The combination of American and Italian
professors provides a valuable dual perspective on Italy's culture
and on the European and international business community.
Previous students have reported that the nine-month program was
especially helpful in terms of language study and integration in
the culture. However, you may apply to attend a fall or spring semester
only.
For more information on the Turin program visit the site of the
UNLV Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)
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