Category Archives: Events

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

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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

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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

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Italian Language Day: Celebrating Italian Beyond Borders

On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, students, faculty, and community members came together to celebrate Italian Language Day, an event organized by the Italian Program with support of the Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles and the Ferrucci Institute. This celebration … Continue reading

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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

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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! 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

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Italian Language Day at Chapman: Lingua oltre i confini

A celebration of Italian language oltre i confini—beyond borders—featuring student presentations and a special lecture, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles.

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The Ferrucci Institute Explores the Humanity of Science

On March 15, the broader Chapman Italian Studies community came together for a day dedicated to exploring and celebrating the human dimension of scientific inquiry. Guided and inspired by the core mission of the Ferrucci Institute—to uncover the universal meaning … Continue reading

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Join us for Space and Culture: An Italian Perspective in the Musco Center for the Arts

The Ferrucci Institute for Italian Experience and Research is pleased to announce the ninth edition of the Italian Perspective Series, focusing on the intersection of Space and Culture. The event will take place in the magnificent yet intimate venue of … Continue reading

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Promoting cultural understanding through education and leadership: Dr. Mattavelli’s contribution

Dr. Sara Mattavelli’s multifaceted contributions to the field of Italian Studies this fall highlight her professional leadership, innovative course design, and dedication to promoting cultural understanding through education and communication. In November, Dr. Sara Mattavelli attended the ACTFL (American Council … Continue reading

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