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Walking in the Heart of Tuscany: from Florence and Fiesole to the Mugello Valley
In the presence of Sara Di Maio (Mayor of Barberino di Mugello) and Federico Ignesti…
Guiding Through History: My Journey at the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Written by Zada Hall, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Summer 2025 When I came…
July 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Things to Do in Florence That Cost Absolutely Nothing!
Written by Justus Miller, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Free Museum Day…
Just Published: Edition of Bracciolini’s History of Florence by Firenze University Press
In 2012, the Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction went to distinguished US scholar Stephen Greenblatt…
Living the Mediterranean Way: UConn’s Academic Adventure in Florence
The UConn Mediterranean Diet & Food Culture Summer Program at ISI Florence offers an immersive six-week…
What Florence Taught Me: Lessons from Studying Abroad
Written by Jordan Narotsky and Brianna Leslie, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Spring 2025…
June 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Celebrating Lorenzo Valla: Book Launch at Palazzo Rucellai
There was a full house in the San Giovanni Aula at Palazzo Rucellai for the…
May 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
The AACUPI-Vieusseux Grand Tour Literary Prize
On April 15th the award ceremony of the 2024/2025 edition of the AACUPI-Vieusseux Grand Tour…
Telling Their Story: The GLP Career Workshop at ISI Florence
One of the most rewarding parts of the Global Leadership Program (GLP) at ISI Florence…
Ancient Rome Meets Modern Technology
Professor Erika Bianchi has been taking ISI Florence students on traditional guided tours of the…
Splendor at Palazzo Rucellai
Written by Prof. Giuseppe Bolognese (formerly Professor of Italian Literature and Comparative Stylistics at the…
A Day in the Life of a Study Abroad Student in Italy
Written by Brianna Leslie, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Spring 2025 On a typical…
April 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
East-West Relations Conference: Proceedings Now Published
ISI Florence is pleased to announce that the proceedings of the international conference that was…
Making Florence Your Home as a Study Abroad Student
Written by Joelle Zamperini, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Overcoming Culture Shock:…
Recent Publication Of Certosa Conference Proceedings
We are pleased to announce that the prestigious Italian publishing house Le Lettere has just…
Inside Palazzo Vecchio: Students Lead a Guided Tour
Part of the beauty of enrolling in a Community Engagement Practicum (CEP), is how interactive…
March 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Operation Qumran: The Discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls
On February 24th, 2025, ISI Florence hosted Professor Marcello Fidanzio’s lecture on the discovery of…
Finding Beauty in Local Experiences
By Anna Stamatos, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 While studying abroad brings…
Why Everyone Should Study Abroad
Written by Carson Fruman, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 My name is…
Tips and Tricks for Getting Around Italian Transportation
As a study abroad student coming to Italy, you will be looking forward to exploring…
Culture in a Cart: Navigating Italian Grocery Stores
Written by Anna Stamatos, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2025 Visiting a country…
Must-Try Street Food & Takeaway in Florence
When it comes to food, Italy offers an incredible variety, and it’s almost difficult to…
February 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Shedding Light on Humanistic Manuscripts: Giovanna Murano’s Latest Research
A long-awaited and most useful book has just been published by Leo Olschki Editore (Florence)…
Studying Abroad in Florence with Food Allergies
Studying abroad in Italy brings all kinds of adventures—including trying delicious food and adapting to…
January 2025: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Making Italian Friends in the Dolomites
Written by Grace Mirande, Ohio State University | ISI Florence Fall 2024 Learning Italian 101!…
December 2024: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Learning Italian While Having Fun
Written by Isaac Grad, University of Connecticut | ISI Florence Fall 2024 If you study…
Volunteering at Sant’Orsola: An Art History Student’s Path to Community and Connection
Written by Natalie Cincotta, Bryn Mawr College | ISI Florence Fall 2024 As a study…
My Experience at the Teatro Della Pergola
Written by Ben Goldstein, University of Rochester | ISI Florence Fall 2024 A few weeks…
Connecting With My Neighborhood in Piazza Santo Spirito
Written by Grace Mirande, Ohio State University | ISI Florence Fall 2024 Exploring Florence I…
Hidden Gems of Florentine Fashion
Written by Christine Haggard, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Fall 2024 The world’s fashion…
Professor Franco Pisani’s ‘Velvet Topographies’ Now Showing at Galleria delle Arti di Emma Bardelli in Pistoia
ISI Florence is thrilled to announce the opening of Velvet Topographies, an exhibition by Professor…
Where to Sip and Study in Florence: My Top 6 Cafés with a Soundtrack
Written by Olivia Mazerolle, Williams College | ISI Florence Fall 2024 As someone who is…
Student Smart Guide to Natural History Museums in Florence
Written by Nathaniel Oldenburg, Roger Williams University | ISI Florence Fall 2024 Florence’s Museum of…
Fact & Ideology in Italian News: An Early Modern Perspective
The recent “News from Italy” conference (ISI Florence, October 23rd-24th) was a resounding success, with…
November 2024: Things to Do In & Around Florence
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Learning Italian While Abroad
By Isaac Grad, University of Connecticut – ISI Florence Fall 2024 Though you may only…
Taking Art Classes in Florence as an Engineer
But I was adamant that immersing myself in a new culture was an experience I…
American Students Unite for a Cleaner Florence: The Big Event 2024
On September 25, 2024 the Big Event took place in Florence, an initiative organized by…
Florence Survival Guide
FALL SEMESTER Pre-Departure & Week One Written by VALLIKA NAYAK, Rutgers University Preparation For Departure Make…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – October 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
ISI Florence Director Stefano Baldassarri Appointed Editor-In-Chief of the “Storici e Cronisti di Firenze” Series (Firenze University Press)
Firenze University Press has recently appointed ISI Florence director Stefano U. Baldassarri editor-in-chief of its series…
New Issue of the Italian Historiographical Literature Journal
ISI Florence is pleased to announce the new issue of the Rivista di Letteratura Storiografica…
On the Road Again: A New Phase in the ISI Florence-Biblioteca Riccardiana Partnership
As our academic partners are aware, for many years now ISI Florence and the prestigious Biblioteca…
2024 Issue of Machiavelliana Now Available
We are pleased to announce that the 2024 issue of Machiavelliana (the Fabrizio Serra Editore…
Florence’s Best Free Outdoor Spots for Your Workouts
Florence is not just art and architecture masterpieces; it also has many green spaces to…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – September 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Exploring Italian Language and Culture: Melbourne University’s Experience in Florence
The University of Melbourne offers a three-week study abroad program on Italian Cultural Studies in…
Packing for Travel: Essentials for Weekend Trips
When studying abroad in Europe, students often take the chance to explore as much as…
Campo di Marte: Stories from Florence’s Neighborhood
Alessandro Ricci, professor of Italian language at ISI Florence, has curated an anthology of short…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – July 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Studying Abroad in Florence: A Story of Academic and Personal Growth
Christine Staton came to Florence back in 2017 to start her study abroad experience with…
Discovering the Legacy of Calcio Storico: A Lecture by Erika Bianchi
The Penn State Human Development and Family Studies summer program at ISI Florence recently attended…
Hidden Gems in Florence: Off the Beaten Path
Explore Florence beyond its popular landmarks and discover a world of hidden gems. Beyond the…
The Titulus Crucis – a Study by Marco Zini
On June 18, 2024, Marco Zini‘s study on the “Titulus Crucis” of Michelangelo’s wooden crucifix…
Student Spotlight: Patrick Conboy’s Journey in Marine Biology
Meet Patrick Conboy, a dedicated Penn State student whose passion for wildlife biology took an…
Engineering Students in Florence: A Maymester Experience at ISI Florence
From May 13th to May 25th 2024, 19 students from the University of Texas at…
Exploring Sustainability in Fashion: Reducing Leather Waste with ZeroLab
On June 4th 2024, Penn State students from the Smeal College Supply Chain summer course…
Staying Safe in Florence: Tips and Resources
Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, is the perfect study abroad destination thanks to its…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – June 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Travel Advice While Studying Abroad
By Livia Sinani, University of Virginia | ISI Florence Spring 2024 One of the main…
The Meaning Behind Italia’s ia
By Elsa Vellone | University of Rochester | ISI Florence Spring 2024 In America, we…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – May 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Reflection on My Spring Semester in Florence
Anna Ascherio-Victoria, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2024 Let me start by telling…
American Students Take Center Stage at the AACUPI Literary Award
In September 2023 AACUPI (Association of American College and University Programs in Italy) and the…
Gearing Up For Finals: Best Places to Study Around Florence
By Celia Sanabria, University of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2024 As April progresses and…
ISI Florence Students Shine at Photography Competition
My Living Memory of Florence In 2023, the Tuscan American Association (TAA) initiated its inaugural…
An Abroad Student’s Sustainability Efforts with ISI Florence
By Megan Bidgood, Connecticut College | ISI Florence Spring 2024 As part of ISI Florence…
Award-Winning Works of Professors Tamar Herzig and Marie Favereau
Professors Tamar Herzig (Tel Aviv University) and Marie Favereau (University of Paris Nanterre) have been…
The Florence Experience: Testimonials from Learning Italian as Abroad Students
At ISI Florence, we believe that immersing oneself in the Italian language is not just…
Outside the Classroom: Opportunities to Improve Your Italian
By Elsa Vellone | University of Rochester | ISI Florence Spring 2024 As an Italian…
Sustainable Fashion Workshop: A Journey Towards Conscious Consumption
On March 26, Professor Thomas Brownlees led the Sustainable Fashion workshop as part of the…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – April 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Machiavelli and Human Bonds: Gabrielle Pedullà’s latest book
All the seats in Aula San Giovanni at Palazzo Rucellai were taken on March 13th…
Discovering Italy on a Budget
By Marola Anes | Pennsylvania State University | ISI Florence Spring 2024 Embarking on a…
The “Panini” That Make Florence Home
By Elsa Vellone | University of Rochester | ISI Florence Spring 2024 Studying abroad is…
Strengthening Ties: Kean University Representatives Seal Agreement with ISI Florence
On a momentous occasion at Palazzo Rucellai, representatives from Kean University converged to solidify their…
ISI Florence Welcomes International Experts for East-West Relations Conference
East-West relations are a long, dramatic, and fascinating history of encounters, conflicts, misunderstandings, interest, exchange,…
Building Something Together: The Renaissance Program in Florence
ISI Florence collaborated in launching the Renaissance Program in Florence, an innovative five-day course that…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – March 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
What it’s like to live in the Santo Spirito Neighborhood
By Allison Moses, Pennsylvania State University | GLP ISI Florence Spring 2024 Arriving in Florence…
My Academic Experience Taking Five Classes at ISI Florence!
By Erica Choe, Harvard College | GLP ISI Florence Spring 2024 Academics are one of…
Spring 2024: Florence Welcomes American Students
On February 7th, all American students in Florence were symbolically welcomed at the beautiful Salone…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – February 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Florence Carnival: History and 2024 Parade
On January 28, 2024, Florence and its inhabitants will be wearing costumes for the Carnival…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – January 2024
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Unlock the Full Potential of your Study Abroad Semester in Florence
About Florence Florence, located in the heart of Italy, boasts a rich history and art, with…
Creating a More Humane and Beautiful World: The First Renaissance Program in Florence
Through education, the Renaissance humanists wanted to nurture human abilities and encourage the development of…
Balancing Academics and Adventure: My Study Abroad Experience
Aalia Haque, Studio Arts Studies, University of Connecticut ISI Florence Fall 2023 The idea of…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – December 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Bryn Mawr Students Experience Diplomacy Firsthand in Florence
Normally, students abroad may pay a visit to the US Consulate for bureaucratic matters like…
AD Gallery in Florence unveils Professor Gloria Marco Munuera’s ‘Caritas Romana’ Exhibition.
Curated by Alberto Desirò and SRISA Gallery Opening: November 16th, 6:00 pm ISI Florence is…
ISI Florence Prof. Lolli’s Latest Research in Atmospheric Science
Simone Lolli, faculty at ISI Florence for Electricity and Magnetism Lab PHYS276, is a senior…
A tribute to Professor Paolo Viti
On October 26th, ISI Florence paid homage to Professor Paolo Viti (Università del Salento, Lecce)…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – November 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Giardino dell’Abbraccio: A Symbol of Resilience and Remembrance
ISI Florence is pleased to announce the opening of a public garden designed by ISI…
Gershom Scholem: a New Course Organized by Shemah at ISI Florence
The course is part of the Shemah Jewish Studies program hosted at ISI Florence.The first…
Strengthening the ISI Florence- Firenze University Press Partnership
It was the fall of 2011 when Firenze University Press first started presenting its publications…
Reaching for the Stars (in Galileo’s Footsteps)
Tucked between the Arno River and the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale…
Artist Lolita Valderrama Savage Celebrates a ‘Life in Art Through Nature’ in Upcoming Exhibition at Palazzo Vecchio, Florence
The International Studies Institute is pleased to extend its enthusiasm for the forthcoming exhibition featuring…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – October 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Budgeting Tips for Studying Abroad in Florence
Studying abroad in Florence is a dream come true! The rich history, amazing art, and…
STEM Students Discover Piero della Francesca’s Archimedes Manuscript at the Riccardiana Library
Luis A. Orozco, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus – University of Maryland, Dept. of Physics Florence has many…
Discover the Enriching Experience of Interning in Florence
Rose Brookhart’s internship in Florence was a transformative experience, fostering personal and academic growth while…
Did you know Gucci was a Florentine brand?
Florence, as we all know, is renowned for its rich history, breathtaking architecture, and vibrant…
What Could We Learn from the Renaissance Today?
We can study the Italian Renaissance from many perspectives. But one often-neglected approach involves investigating…
Beyond n.6 | The ISI Florence & Umbra Institute Studies in International Education
We are glad to announce that the 2023 issue of Beyond (the ISI Abroad journal…
ISI Florence Fall 2023: the Journey Begins
Nestled in the heart of Italy, Florence is a city that has long captivated the…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – September 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Navigating Cultural Reentry
Living abroad can be a transformative experience, and returning home after an extended stay in…
Patrick Tunno’s Comprehensive Guidebook for Studying Abroad in Italy – Now Available!
Introducing “A Guide to Italy: Cultural Insights and Tips to Maximize Your Trip” by Dr…
The Medici Legacy: Florence’s Iconic Family
Florence, as you may imagine, boasts a rich and captivating history. Among the many fascinating…
Naming Race in the Renaissance: ISI Florence Alumna Awarded Berenson Fellowship
I will be a Berenson Fellow at Harvard’s Villa I Tatti in 2023-24. My book…
Exploring the Legacy of Italian Philosophy: A Journey through Brian and Rebecca Copenhaver’s Book
ISI Florence hosted an insightful book presentation by authors Brian and Rebecca Copenhaver as they…
Discover the Traditional Delight of Lampredotto
Florence, the enchanting city in the heart of Tuscany, is not only renowned for its…
Beach Escapes near Florence
When you think of Florence, Italy, what often comes to mind are its magnificent art,…
Harmony in History: A Violin and Piano Recital by Natascha Majek & Warwick Lister at Palazzo Rucellai
Florence – June 29, 2023 Step into a world where the air is filled with…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – July 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Spirituality and Culture in Renaissance Florence: Insights from the ‘Certosa di Firenze’ Conference
The city of Florence is renowned for its rich cultural and artistic heritage, but its…
Enriching Experiences Abroad: Personal Growth and Cultural Immersion in Italy
Insights from Trinity College Economics Majors on Comparative Urban Development and Studying Abroad Annika Dyczkowski,…
From Translating the Past to Translating Early Modern Pastoral
Blog post by Jakub Koguciuk, Ph.D. (ISI Florence Summer 2013 alum) Late this summer, I…
Explore the Neighborhoods of Florence during “calcio storico” season
Hard to believe but true: even a small city like Florence has its own neighborhoods…
Revving Up the Ferrari Experience: Exploring the Legendary Museum in Maranello
Florence, Italy – June 2023 If you’re a Formula 1 car enthusiast, you’re likely familiar…
Experiential Learning and Cultural Immersion: Penn State’s Brand Management course at ISI Florence
Florence, June 2023 – Penn State University and ISI Florence established their partnership in 2004,…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – June 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Exploring the Heart of the Sant’Ambrogio Neighborhood
Welcome to the enchanting neighborhood of Sant’Ambrogio in Florence, a hidden gem that captures the…
Exploring Fabulous Spots in the Florentine Neighborhood of Santo Spirito
Immerse yourself in the enchanting neighborhood of Santo Spirito and San Frediano, tucked away on…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – May 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
My Florence Abroad Bible
By Carly EraniUniversity of Maryland | ISI Florence Spring 2023 As someone who did not…
My Living Memory of Florence: Award-Winning Photograph by Penn State Student
On April 15, 2023, Juliana Toohey, one of our Spring 2023 students, earned 2nd place…
Embracing Cultural Differences between Italy and America
While living in Italy, you will notice many differences from the American culture which can…
Studying Abroad in Florence Was the Best Decision of My Life
Elizabeth Mueller, a University of Virginia student at ISI Florence for the Spring of 2023,…
Women in Science during the Modern Era: Meredith K. Ray’s Latest Book
On March 28, 2023 Meredith K. Ray (University of Delaware) presented her latest book titled…
Translating the Riccardiana Library Wikipedia Page: a Student’s Venture
April Parrish, a Pennsylvania University student studying at ISI Florence this Spring 2023, has taken…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – April 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
La Dolce Vita! Exploring Housing Differences Between Italy and the US
Have you ever wondered what traditional Italian housing is like? As an American studying abroad…
Studying STEM Abroad
Perhaps more than any other field of study, STEM demands global competencies gained during study…
A Short Guide to Weekend Trips
One of the best parts about being abroad is the ease of traveling from country…
Do’s and Don’ts of Dining in Italy
Eating out in Italy is a fantastic experience but with it comes the fear of…
Wellness in Florence
By Carly Erani | University of Maryland | ISI Florence 2023 – Global Leadership Program…
Investigating Human Identity: ISI Photography Professor Munuera Interviewed by Kooness
Gloria Marco Munuera is a practicing art photographer who uses digital and alternative techniques within…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – March 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Adjusting to Life in Florence
Ciao, tutti! My name is Jackson Small. My pronouns are he/him/his. I am a junior,…
Staying Local with ISI Florence: an Immersive Experience Promoted by Penn State
In February, ISI Florence and Penn State partnered to promote and encourage students to pledge…
Crafting Our Own Stories: The Power of Narrative Identity in Pierluca Birindelli’s Newly Published Book
The concept of narrative identity is a topic of great interest to sociologist and cultural…
Packing a Semester into Two Suitcases
By Isabella Verga – Ohio State University | ISI Florence Spring 2023 First and in…
Students Discover their Neighborhood
The ISI Florence Student Services Office supports students during their semester abroad as they immerse…
Chapman University Travel Course at ISI Florence
January 2023 – During the first weeks of the year, the Institute was pleased to…
The Most Beautiful Carnival Masks in Italy
Carnevale is an Italian festivity that does not have a fixed date. As we know…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – February 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
“Cerca Trova” by Stefano Corazzini
Since the 1970s, a lot of effort has been put into finding the Battle of Anghiari, the lost…
4 Things to Love About Florence
Repost | Read about students’ favorites while studying in Florence! # ONE – You can walk…
Things to Do In & Around Florence – January 2023
The ISI Florence Guide | Listing the Best Picks of the Month to Explore the…
Shedding New Light on Jesuit Missionaries in China
On December 20th, 2022 ISI Florence hosted a roundtable discussion on the cultural and political…
Three Ways I Grew During My Semester Abroad
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 This blog post is so…
Four Tips for Traveling While Studying Abroad
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 #1 Consider Your Schedule and…
A Shelter Home Project for Thanksgiving Abroad
UMD’s Nathalie Cimbalo spends Thanksgiving Week while studying abroad in Florence working on a special…
Giving Back to Florence: a Student Journey
ISI Florence has always been committed to engaging in charitable and voluntary activities, allowing and…
Lady Liberty and her Italian Family
Did you know that Lady Liberty’s ancestor is Italian? Follow us on this historical journey!…
5 Steps to Being a Local
By Julia Morlino, University of Maryland – ISI Florence Spring 2022 The beautiful and historic…
Professor Testa Works on Intriguing 16th-century Books
By Prof. Simone Testa, Ph.D., ISI Florence Faculty Thesoro politico (1589) is a collection of…
Discover Secret Stories of Florence
Known around the world for being the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is a truly…
Student Explores Second-Hand & Vintage Shops in Florence
By Arian ChopraUniversity of Louisville – Arcadia Florence is globally regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance,…
The Glorious Olive Season in Tuscany
The magnificent hills and countryside surrounding Florence are beautiful to visit for a relaxing day…
Experiencing All That Italy Has To Offer
My name is Kyle Terranova and I am currently a Senior at The University of…
A Unique Tour: Discovering Palazzo Rucellai and its Aesthetics
Alberti created a single architectural complex from an enclave of eight smaller buildings. It is…
“Machiavelliana”, the New Journal on Machiavelli
We are glad to announce that Fabrizio Serra Editore has just published the first issue…
Did You Know the Most Famous Puppet in the World is Actually from Florence?
Published in 1883, The Adventures of Pinocchio was written by Florentine writer Carlo Lorenzini, better…
Favorite Spots in Florence for Students Living Abroad
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 One of the fun parts…
Purple Pride: Connecting Florence and the U.S.
Wandering through the streets of Florence you will surely have come across people wearing purple…
ISI Professor Explores New Ways of Teaching Italian
By Professor Carlo Lorini ISI Florence | The Florence Experience Italian class “It’s a dangerous business,…
Student Finds Hidden Gem Among Florence’s Artisans
By Ana SparagesThe Pennsylvania State University – ISI Florence Fall 2022 In search of a…
Explore the Neighborhoods of Florence
Hard to believe but true: even a small city like Florence has its own neighborhoods…
Litter & Brooms, US Students Clean the Streets of Florence
Collecting litter, cigarette butts, plastic cups, and waste of all sorts abandoned on the streets…
Experience Your “Real” Self While Studying Abroad | PART THREE
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 Physically feeling your surroundings and…
Living “Real” While Studying Abroad | PART TWO
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 When you come to study…
Feeling “Real” While Studying Abroad | PART ONE
By Isabel AndersonUniversity of Maryland – ISI Florence Fall 2022 Coming to live in a…
Practicum Student Gets Down to Writing on the Upcoming Italian Elections
Writing for the Media in Italy, taught by Professor Lorenzo Picchi, is a practicum offered…
The British Institute of Florence Inaugurates New Language Centre
September 2022 – Last week, on September 15, ISI Florence was an honored guest at…
ISI Florence and 440 Industries Partnered to Provide Volunteering Opportunities in Fashion Journalism
September 2022 – ISI Florence and the Fashion blog 440 Industries have recently developed a…
Grocery Shopping in Florence: a Short Guide
I have always believed a person can tell a lot about a country from its…
6 Ways to Stay Fit & Happy while Studying Abroad
Boost your Endorphins! #1 JOIN THE GYM There are a variety of gyms in the…
Chianti: Where Life Gets Just a Little More Amazing
Let’s be honest, at least for students, January is not the beginning of a new…
Lights On! The Fall 2022 Students Are Here!
September 2022 – On a late summer day, under the warm Tuscan sun and its…
Study Abroad In Florence: The Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know to enjoy the experience of a lifetime. Marco Bracci +…
Slow Down, You Are In Italy!
Suppose the pandemic has taught us something, that might be valuing time and how we…
ISI Florence Proud Sponsor of Florentine Literary Magazine
Florence, July 2022 – ISI Florence is a proud sponsor of The Florence Review, new…
Original Writing by Emeritus Professor Sinicropi Now Available
ISI Florence is pleased to announce the long-awaited 3-volume collection of Giovanni Sinicropi’s Critical Writings, co-edited by…
Women’s Reproductive Health in Italy: A Short Guide for Study Abroad
Current events in the United States have led students to ask questions like: how does…
Corpus Rubenianum Ludwig Burchard, Part XX: Anatomical Studies | A publication by Michael W. Kwakkelstein
ISI Florence Art History professor and Director of the Dutch University Institute for Art History…
Physics Abroad, an Enriching STEM Curriculum
Perhaps more than any other field of study, STEM students need the global competencies gained…
“Machiavelliana”, a new international journal devoted to studies on Machiavelli
ISI Florence director Stefano U. Baldassarri has been appointed editor-in-chief of “Machiavelliana”, the first international…
Great news for LGBTQ+ rights in Florence!
The City of Florence town council has formed an official working committee to fight against…
A special visit to the Brancacci Chapel
In March 2022 Professor Rita Comanducci’s ISI Florence art history class enjoyed a privileged, unforgettable…
Fondazione Franco Zeffirelli opens its doors to ISI Florence students
ISI Florence has signed an agreement with the Fondazione Franco Zeffirelli to create projects tailored…
NEW Internship! Medici Museum Tour Guide
The Museo de’ Medici is a recently opened museum, entirely dedicated to the history of the Medici family…
Who is Machiavelli today? An online symposium
Last December 15th Luca Cottini (Professor of Italian Literature at Villanova University and creator of…
Become ambassador of the Galileo Museum!
ISI Florence and the Museo Galileo have recently signed an agreement that will offer our…
Booster Shots Available for Spring 2022 Semester Students
All American study abroad students in Florence will be able to receive the third dose…
HDFS in Florence: glad to be back!
After a two-year Covid-imposed absence from Florence, the Penn State University Human Development and Family…
Red Chalk Drawings , Conference Proceedings Published
On September 18-19, 2019 the Dutch University Institute for Art History in Florence(NIKI) and the…
Summer 2022 Italian Studies Program , UPenn Faculty-Led
ISI Florence is happy to announce that in June 2022 it will host a faculty-led…
Why I Decided to Study Abroad in Fall 2021
I’ve always wanted to study abroad as I was intrigued by being indulged into different…
Machiavelli 2021. On leadership, visual thinking, and innovation
An international online discussion on Machiavelli today About this event Who is Machiavelli today? How…
Beyond Covid: We’re back!
The fourth issue of Beyond is now online! “The joke around the office when…
Studying Architecture Abroad , a book by Franco Pisani
Franco Pisani, Coordinator of the ISI Florence Architecture Program, presents his book published in September…
Meetings on the Italian language at ISI Florence
October 4-15, 2021 – ISI Florence will be hosting a series of meetings on the…
Updates for Spring 2022 Semester
September 17, 2021 – Florence, Italy Greetings from Florence, Italy! ISI Florence would like to…
New ISI-SRISA Florence Partnership
September 19, 2021 – Florence, Italy The International Studies Institute (ISI FLORENCE) and the Santa…
Italy: An Example for the World
16 settembre 2021 – Washington, DC During a visit to the Italian Embassy in Washington,…
Study STEM abroad in Spring 2022: Biology & Chemistry
ISI Florence and Penn State University have teamed up to provide a unique study abroad…
Study Physics in Florence! – Spring 2022
ISI Florence and the Department of Physics at the University of Maryland are pleased to…
Guidance for Travel to Italy Updated
The CDC and State Department have lowered their Travel Advisories for Italy to Level 3…
Funding Friday: Scholarships with June 15 Deadlines
The Italian Cultural Society has recently announced that scholarship applications are open until June 15th…
4 Things to Know About Flying to Italy
Since November of 2020, Italy has been encouraging what have become known as ‘Covid-free’ flights…
Discovering the Wonders of Summer in Florence
A Summer in Florence is like heaven on earth. Speaking from experience, there’s nothing better…
Why you should study Architecture in Florence this Summer
Do you study Architecture? Are you looking for an opportunity to experience Florence? ISI Florence’s…
Useful Apps for Navigating Florence , Live Like a Florentine
A change in environment is a great fresh start to your semester! To help you…
Food in Florence When You’re on the Go
The city of Florence is most famously known for its culture, art, history, and the…
Tips on Financial Aid & Saving Money in Florence
Studying abroad requires a lot of planning but our team is here to help and…
ISI Florence and Kanazawa University Conference Proceedings just published
We are happy to announce that Tab Edizioni has just published the proceedings of the…
‘A Riveder le Stelle’
The opening of the opera season at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan is one…
Music of the Spheres: Italian astronomer Galileo and ISI Florence professor Rita Comanducci meet for dinner
During last Fall a film crew from the German production company Atlantis-Film spent several weeks…
“L’unione fa la forza!” Unity in numbers!
ISI Florence joins 19 other Italian language and culture institutions in forming the “Comitato di…
An Italian Recipe for your Thanksgiving Weekend: Tiramisu
Though Thanksgiving isn’t a holiday in Italy, Italians aren’t strangers to holidays filled with food…
Italian Superstitions for your Friday the 13th
Sometimes Italian superstitions mirror those found in the States, other times they offer a completely…
A Talk by Professor Tini on Inclusive E-Commerce
Tiziana Tini, fashion marketing professor at ISI Florence, will participate in the Web Marketing Festival…
Unknown Facts on Top Tourist Attractions in Florence
The Duomo One of the main focal points of Florence, Italy is the beautiful Duomo…
Halloween Traditions in Italy
Although today’s Halloween originally came from the United States, there were some religious traditions in…
One of Many Ways to Stay Fit Abroad: Join our Soccer Team!
Are you planning ahead and wondering how you can meet your fitness goals while living…
Italian Pronunciation: How to Sound Like a Native
Did you know that Florentine Italian is actually considered the official spoken Italian language? This…
Your Guide to The Uffizi Gallery in Florence
What better city to gaze upon the most celebrated works of art than in the…
Tuscany Formalizes Free Healthcare for American Students
ISI Florence is honored to call Florence and the Region of Tuscany home, not just…
Formula 1 Takes Over Florence
This weekend Formula 1 racing has come to the Mugello track just outside Florence. The…
Live Like a Florentine: Italian Hand Gestures 101
We’ve all seen the famous meme for Italian hand gestures, but how often do Italians…
Live Like a Florentine: 5 Essential Expressions for your Italian Experience
Your travel plans might be on pause currently, which means it’s the perfect time to…
Quick and Easy Summer Recipes to bring into your Home
When you can’t go to Italy, we’ll bring Italy to you. Journey through an easy…
Live Like a Florentine: Top 3 Day Trip Destinations Near Florence
Italy’s academic programs have all come to a close and summer break is in full…
Innovative Business Practices in Italy’s Fashion Sector
Fashion and innovation go hand-in-hand in Italy, in Tuscany as well as in the neighboring…
ISI Professors Share Their Online Teaching Experience
For many professors across the globe, the move to online teaching was a bit of…
FALL 2020 INFO SESSIONS
CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT FAQs FOR THE FALL SEMESTER. After weeks of being cooped up…
‘Everything will be all right’: Message of hope spreads in Italy
As ITALY is gripped by a countrywide lockdown because of rocketing numbers of coronavirus cases,…
Suspension of ISI Florence spring 2020 semester programs
In light of the elevated U.S. advisory levels for Italy (level 3), and out of…
Mayor of Florence shares encouraging words with study abroad programs
The Mayor of Florence Dario Nardella (Il Sindaco di Firenze) has shared the following letter…
INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS ON THE CURRENT HEALTH SITUATION IN ITALY
Since the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in northern Italy, ISI Florence has been…
COVID-19 IN ITALY – UPDATES FROM FEB 25TH
In light of current events related to COVID-19, many students inquired about the Institute’s current…
COVID-19 IN ITALY – UPDATES FROM FEB 24th
At ISI Florence, we are dedicated to ensuring the health & safety of all of…
European Lute Orchestra Concert
Professor Rita Comanducci teaches the Art of Florence: Exploring Visual Culture class here at ISI…
A Lecture on African Colors, Fabrics, Patterns
On Tuesday, February 4, ISI Florence in collaboration with Black History Month Florence held an…
FLORENCE DANCE FOR KIDS!
FUNDRAISING EVENT FLORENCE DANCE FOR KIDS! Organized by ISI Florence students to support children’s cancer…
Cultural Bubble
There is something so necessary about putting yourself in a place where you are the…
The Fashion, Media, and Communication Course Opens New Doors to Learning
This semester’s Fashion, Media, and Communication course provided new and ongoing learning opportunities. The class’s…
Course Offering: Social Media, Social Food
Prior to taking my Social Media, Social Food course this semester, I had never really…
Intercultural Communication: a Student’s Perspective
The Intercultural Communication course is an extremely stimulating mix of lectures, out-of-classroom activities, audiovisual materials,…
Faculty News: a Unique Volume on Fresco Technique
Tiziano Lucchesi (Professor of Studio Arts at ISI Florence), has recently seen his volume titled…
How I Decided to Study Abroad
Gina Wierzbicki (UConn) tells us why she decided to study abroad, what fears she has…
Interview with a Local
As part of the Fall 2019 GLP at ISI Florence, Julia Desiato from UConn interviewed…
Faculty News: Prof. Munuera’s Photography
Our photography instructor, Prof. Gloria Marco Munuera, recently participated in the Florence Biennale and received…
Volunteering at the Historical Riccardiana Library
ISI Florence student Megan Krynen, Ole Miss, toured this magnificent mid-15th-century building guided by the…
Faculty News: Professor Agostini’s Play on Heroism
On September 27, 2019, the Municipality of Fiesole presented the play Fiesole 1944: The Choice,…
Faculty News: Prof. Catitti’s Talk on Michelucci
On September 20, 2019, Professor Silvia Catitti, architectural historian (ISI Florence Faculty – The Villa…
Can Cooking at Home Improve your Eating Experience?
Yes, it absolutely can. Studying abroad is an immersive experience, and a country’s cuisine plays…
Physics in Florence
The Fall 2019 UMD Physics program at ISI Florence, in its second year, has twelve…
ISI Florence Team Travels to Perugia
On September 27, ISI Florence visited its sister program in Perugia, The Umbra Institute, that…
Global Leaders at ISI Florence
ISI Florence is thrilled to announce the launch of its Global Leadership Program, a semester…
Giving Back to the Florentine Community
At ISI Florence we are passionate about immersion! And volunteering is not only one of…
Fashion Business Consultancy at ISI Florence
This new course, taught by Prof. Thomas Brownlees, is designed to transform students into active…
Florence Lute Master Class
The sixth edition of the Florence Lute Master Class, hosted at ISI Florence on June…
A Medici in Love
A Medici in Love: Francesco I in Renaissance Florence, written by Stefano Corazzini, offers insight…
Welcome to the Second Issue of Beyond
Get the latest Beyond The second issue of Beyond is now available online A journal…
Zia Caterina and her Superheroes
Zia Caterina, a warm soul who looks as if she had just stepped out of…
A Tribute to Alison Brown’s Scholarship
On June 18, 2019 the Medici Archive Project in Florence hosted the presentation of The…
Archives and Book Culture in Early Modern Florence
It was a pleasure to participate in the Archives and Book Culture in Early Modern…
Giorgio Bassani, Life and Works
In June 2019, ISI Florence and the Centro Studi Bassaniani hosted a two-day conference on…
Enhance your Experience: Intern with a Local Business
My internship with 440 Industries was extremely rewarding and greatly enhanced my study abroad experience…
“Back from Italy” in Washington DC
From March 28 to April 7 the Italian Embassy in Washington DC hosted “Back from…
An Explosion of Color
It was an exciting development for ISI Florence to have a Fashion Journalism/Media class offered…
The Medici Archive Project
The Medici Archive Project (MAP) and ISI Florence will offer a pilot six-day seminar to…
The History of the Mafia
Mafia, organized crime, and gangsters: they have fascinated the American public for over a century…
Abstraction with Reference
This past Wednesday the ISI Florence architecture program was delighted to welcome Andrew Smaldone to…
Pro Biennale: Tiziano’s Animal Series
Tiziano Lucchesi (studio arts professor at ISI Florence) has been invited to exhibit two of…
From the Middle Ages to the Present
The second issue of “Rivista di Letteratura Storiografica Italiana” is now available. Co-edited by ISI…
Stripping Machiavelli: a New Comic on “Old Nick”
May 3, 2019 marks the 550th anniversary of Niccolò Machiavelli’s birth. Often referred to as “Old Nick”…
Faculty News: Prestigious Awards
We are pleased to announce that on February 9, 2019 Dr. Michael W. Kwakkelstein (ISI…
Collective Identity
ISI Florence professor Pierluca Birindelli recently had his article titled “Collective Identity Inside and Out:…
Dr. Korczak, the Children’s Hero of WWII
Mark Bernheim (Miami University Professor Emeritus and teacher of the Fashion Journalism class at ISI…
Shemah: Conference Series
In collaboration with ISI Florence, for almost a year now Shemah has been offering courses…
The Penn State THON weekend
ISI Florence staff members Irene Schiatti (Special Programs Coordinator) and Christina Infantino (Coordinator for Student…
NEW Fashion Studies Program
The newly-announced Fashion Studies Program means ISI Florence takes the lead in bringing the…
Design Studio Field Trip
The Advanced Topical Design Studio: Urban, with Professor Carlo Achilli, had the opportunity to tour…
Class Experience: Language Exchange
One of the best parts about studying abroad is the possibility to immerse in the…
Welcome Day!
On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 a few hundred U.S. study abroad students were invited to…