How did the Byzantines, Muslims, and Normans shape Sicily? Explore Sicily’s Islamic and Norman heritage through the architectural remnants of Palermo, Messina, and beyond. * Co-sponsored by the Antisemitism & Islamophobia Task Force Location: Academic I, Room 1106
Discover the history and traditional art of hand-stretched mozzarella from Campania, Italy. Learn how this centuries-old craft has been preserved across generations. Limited to 10 participants Location: Hawk's Nest, Room 3112
Illustrated with film excerpts this program explores the heroic life of cyclist Gino Bartali, the two-time Tour de France champion, who protected Italian Jews during the German occupation of Italy. * Co-sponsored by the Antisemitism & Islamophobia Task Force Location: Holocaust Museum
Discover what healthcare was really like in Ancient Rome, from aqueducts, public baths, sanitation, and herbal remedies to early surgery. Influenced by Greek medicine and religious beliefs, Roman healthcare was surprisingly advanced and helped shape medicine and public health for centuries. Location: Academic I, Room 1106
Are you a mastermind on all things Italian? Here’s your chance to test your knowledge on Italian history and culture and to win fun prizes. Location: Nelson Mandela Room, Room 3214
Join us for lunch and a creative workshop on the art of making Venetian masks, traditionally decorated with fabric, gold leaf, fur, gems, and feathers. Today, these masks are worn at Venice’s famous Carnival, attracting millions of visitors each year. Location: SGA Office, Student Union, Room 3215
Forget the legends and Hollywood myths—discover the fascinating reality of piracy in the Caribbean. Join Professor Konstadinos Ritsatos as he explores the multicultural world of pirates, revealing the diverse people, cultures, and communities that shaped this turbulent chapter of Caribbean history. Come uncover the surprising stories behind the pirates who sailed the Caribbean and the …
In 15th-century Renaissance Italy, tarot cards were luxury playing cards and status symbols, not tools for fortune-telling. Explore their mysterious imagery and history, along with student artwork from the Constructed Image course. Location: Academic I, Room 1106
Ancient Roman folklore was filled with mysterious lights, creatures, supernatural beings, and unexplained encounters. This presentation explores the strange stories Romans recorded about their world and beyond. Were these myths, misunderstood events, or something more mysterious. Location: Academic I, room 1106
Join us for an inspiring afternoon with two distinctive voice, Juan Pablo Mobili, whose work bridges cultures, continents, and human experience, and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student Lucas Gonzalez. Born in Buenos Aires and adopted by New York, Juan Pablo Mobili has been the Poet Laureate of Rockland County since 2025. His acclaimed poetry has appeared in literary …
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What does it mean to belong to a nation legally versus culturally? Explore how Italian unification shaped legal citizenship while Sicily’s regional traditions, dialects, and history preserved a distinct Sicilian identity. Location: Academic II, Room 2325
Latin-Themed Food Night! The Evening Star Program invites you to stop by and enjoy a selection of delicious Latin-inspired food. Location: Bridge between Academic I and Academic II on the 2nd Floor