Alumni Story
I came to the humanities as an artist, and there’s something about a humanities education that speaks to developing sensitivity and awareness and tolerance.
Jessica Polsky | B.A. Italian 1998, B.F.A Dance
Actress
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The Italian Studies Program is housed in the Department of French & Italian in the College of Humanities. Here you will find information on our BA degree, faculty profiles, information about majoring and minoring in Italian, study abroad opportunities in Italy, extra-curricular activities, and more.
The University of Arizona graduates more students with Italian majors than any other U.S. university.
Chronicle of Higher Education, 2019
Whether it's a passion for languages, literatures and culture, a calling to serve others around the world, or a desire for a dynamic career, see why we choose Humanities.
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The Department of Italian Studies had an amazing time at the Italian Meet and Greet event. The event was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Italian culture, from delicious pizza and chocolate truffles to lively conversations and fun games!…
Congratulations are in order for the graduating Marco Polo Italian Class of 2024!
Students, parents, and faculty were invited to attend the annual Department…
The College of Humanities has partnered with the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences and their Norton School of Human Ecology to create a new double major for students: Fashion and Italian! You can find answers to all your questions on the…
Our majors have gone on to exciting careers around the world in a wide variety of industries.
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