History & culture

Sapienza University of Rome: A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

September 2024 |
A Roma si trova La Sapienza, una delle università più antiche d’Europa. Aprì più di settecento anni fa sotto il controllo di Papa Bonifacio VIII. L'università è composta da edifici moderni e storici. Il campus è conosciuto come un capolavoro...

NIAF Announces Inaugural DiLella Fellows Program Recipients

September 2024 |
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is pleased to announce the selected fellows for the inaugural NIAF DiLella Fellows Program. This prestigious program offers an all-expenses-paid strategic business and political tour in Italy for...

Letters from Veneto: Summer

September 2024 |
I am glad I bought a new air conditioning unit last month! It has been sweltering here day after day, week after week, yet after the very wet spring, at least in my part of Italy, the landscape remains green. Some days it has been an effort even...

The University of Siena: A Legacy of Academic Excellence

August 2024 |
The University of Siena, located in the picturesque city of Siena in Tuscany, Italy, is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. Founded in 1240, this institution boasts a rich history of academic achievement and cultural...

Italian American Baseball Stars Honored in Italy

August 2024 |
L'articolo descrive un murale a Cuggiono, un piccolo paese fuori di Milano che mostra quattro dei giocatori più famosi del baseball americano. Yogi Berra, Joe Garagiola, Frank Crespi e Jim Pisoni sono stati dipinti sul murale perché sono tutti...

Marco Polo Introduced Chopsticks to the Chinese

August 2024 |
Recently, I made Aglio e Olio for my family, including my 18-month-old grandson. Have you ever seen a toddler eat spaghetti? He sat in his high chair with a large pile of noodles in the tray in front of him. He would grab handfuls of the stuff and...

The Misadventures of Two Sisters on the Road

August 2024 |
Diana's Account:  I love an adventure and when my sister Joni and I are traveling together, we get involved in crazy situations often narrowly escaping getting into trouble. Our first Calabrian adventure came after a Mediterranean cruise. We...

The University of Naples Federico II: A Beacon of Knowledge and Innovation

July 2024 |
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Naples, Italy, the University of Naples Federico II stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious academic institutions in the world. Established in 1224 by Emperor Frederick II, this university has a rich history...

The Uffizi Gallery: A Timeless Treasure Trove of Art and History

July 2024 |
Nestled in the heart of Florence, Italy, the Uffizi Gallery stands as one of the most prestigious and storied art museums in the world. With its unparalleled collection of Renaissance masterpieces, the Uffizi not only offers a visual feast but also...
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