Italian Studies

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Italian Between Word and Image: Digital Gallery

A digital gallery conveying the meaning of Italian language and culture through original creative compositions by students of Italian at UBC and SFU.

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From ‘Ego-Centered’ to ‘Eco-Centered’: Saving the Planet through Art, Literature, Bewilderment and Consciousness

Learn about the role of art, literature and ‘bewilderment’ in raising our consciousness, in order to save the planet from destruction caused by ‘ego-centered’ worldviews.

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Italian Contest 2020: Between Word and Image

       UBC and SFU students of Italian Studies are invited to participate in a contest related to the theme of this year’s Week of the Italian Language in the World: “Italian Between Word and Image: Graffiti, Illustrations and Comic Books.” Express what Italian language and culture mean to you in a creative way […]

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6 Tips to Students for Adapting to the “New Normal”

Juggling online courses can come with a unique set of challenges. To help you stay on top of your academic journey and maintain a sense of well-being during this period of physical distancing, faculty from the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies offer six tips to students for adapting to the “new normal”. Respondents […]

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UBC experts on what to read when you’re stuck at home — French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Catalan edition

To keep you entertained during this period of physical distancing, UBC professors compiled a list of worthwhile reads originally written in the languages of French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Catalan. From coping with historical plagues to dealing with relationships during times of crisis, discover how literature from the past is still strikingly relevant today. English […]

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Reimagining Higher Education: Reflections on the transition to online course delivery

While the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies (FHIS) works extremely hard to ensure the best possible experience for students in the fall, faculty share their reflections on the transition so far.

Publication of “Exchanges and Parallels Between Italy and East Asia” edited by Gaoheng Zhang and Mario Mignone

This collection of essays is the first English-language study to present the latest research on Italy’s cultural relationships with China and Japan across the centuries. It explores topics ranging from travel writing to creative arts, from translation to religious accommodation, and from Cold War politics to Chinese American cuisine. The volume draws on the expertise […]

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Why Minor in Italian?

Contents: How can Italian Studies expand your horizons? What career options are out there? What can you expect from the Italian program? How do you declare a Minor? How can Italian Studies expand your horizons? Italy is a world leader in fields such as fashion, graphic design, interior design and the culinary arts. Italy is […]

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Joseph Bouchard: Community and Growth through the FHIS Learning Centre

As a tutor and the previous coordinator for the FHIS Learning Centre, and as a student in Latin American Studies, Joseph Bouchard reflects on his personal and professional development within the FHIS community. Work-Learn Experience The Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies (FHIS) offered me a great deal of freedom and plenty of opportunities […]

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Thao Atkinson: Studying Abroad in Venice, Italy

Ever consider studying abroad? Thao Atkinson shares about her experiences in Venice, Italy for a Go Global Seminar.