Author Archives: pacchioni
Postcards from the travel class in Catania
In June, a group of ten students, led by Prof. Sara Mattavelli, participated in a travel course in Catania, Sicily, combining Italian language study with cultural immersion. Through daily Italian classes and excursions in Catania and the surrounding area, students … Continue reading
Wrapping Up a Successful Semester for Italian Studies Students
The Italian Studies Program just wrapped another eventful semester. May brought many occasions to celebrate our students’ success and bid farewell to our wonderful seniors who graduates in 2026. On May 4th, Italian Studies Minor Olivia Sacco was awarded the … Continue reading
Final Ferrucci Events of the Semester
Windows to Italy Lecture Series. “Quieting the Human in Premodern Italy” by Dr. Arielle Saiber (Johns Hopkins University). Wednesday, April 1, 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Argyros Forum 201. We can barely imagine what it is really like to be another … Continue reading
Where Language, Culture, and Community Flourished: Highlights from Italian Perspective
Language and Culture: An Italian Perspective brought the Musco Center to life with an extraordinary energy. The tenth edition of the Ferrucci Institute’s signature series drew a large and engaged audience, filling the venue with conversation, curiosity, and heartfelt connection. … Continue reading
Student Spotlight. Arianna Struppa: Finding Purpose and Possibility in Italy
Studying Italian can shape a student’s path in ways that go far beyond the classroom, as is evident in the story of Italian student Arianna Struppa. For her, learning Italian at Chapman was not simply an academic choice; it was … Continue reading
Join us for Language and Culture: An Italian Perspective
The tenth edition of the Italian Perspective Series explores the intersections of language, identity, and belonging Saturday, February 21, 202610:00 AM – 12:00 PMMusco Center for the Arts, Chapman UniversityFor details and tickets: [link] The Ferrucci Institute for Italian Experience … Continue reading
Cultural Immersion and Research: The Ferrucci Institute’s Impact on Experiential Learning in Rome
This January, a group of ten Chapman students, from a variety of majors, participated in the intensive University Honors Program travel course “Interpreting the Past: An Experience of Rome.” Through the mentorship of Dr. Pacchioni, the director of the Ferrucci … Continue reading
Dr. Pacchioni to speak at the Italian Cultural Institute of LA
Hosted by the future California Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of Italian and the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Fondazione Italia, this event brings together educators and cultural leaders to discuss new directions for … Continue reading
Applications Now Open for the Ferrucci Institute Community Service Award
We’re excited to announce that the application period for the 2025-2026 Ferrucci Institute Community Service Award is now open! This award honors individuals who have made a meaningful and lasting impact by promoting Italian language, culture, heritage, and community engagement … Continue reading
Join us for the 13th Annual Paul’s Pasta Piazza Party!
An evening of Italian flavor, music, and community spirit at Chapman University. Buon appetito! 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹