Arcadia Italy

We’re thrilled to offer an exciting lineup of free events and unique excursions for our students this semester! Whether you’re interested in cultural immersion, exploring Italy and beyond, or simply gathering with friends for an aperitivo, we have something…

Studying in Italy this coming Fall? We have a fantastic set of events and co-curricular excursions planned to discover Italy and beyond! A colazione in Perugia - Free Event  If you are an Arcadia student in Perugia, few days following your arrival join…

We're so excited to welcome you to Italy this summer and are pleased to offer various co-curricular excursions that will allow you to discover your "home away from home!" A Day in the Countryside - Free Event! (Required for all students) The staff will…

Happy Easter to everyone!Easter is a major holiday in Christianity, celebrating the resurrection of Christ and for believers marks a time of renewal and hope. The term Easter comes from the Greek, “Pascha”, in turn from the Aramaic pasah and properly…

Recently I traveled to Rome with Accademia Italiana, the fashion and fine arts school I am attending in  Florence, Italy. This is one of several trips offered each semester and I have to say it was one of my favorites.   I’ve been in Italy since September…

Arcadia Italy Orientation in the Countryside - MandatoryOn Saturday, September the 19th, early in the morning, we'll meet the Arcadia Italy Students in Perugia or Florence to take them to our very special, much loved Italian venue: the Orsini Family Farm…

I only go to the market once a week- every Monday after class. In the Florence Central Market, there are a variety of different produce stands, but I always go to the same one. The bright green vines of the ripe tomatoes, and deep red strawberries sitting…

Week 3 Intentions Matter. This past weekend, I experienced how intentions greatly impact the taste of our food. Over the weekend, other Arcadia students and I visited the Orsini Farm– a family farm on Trasimeno Lake. The family who owned the farm welcomed…

My mother used to take me to small farmers’ markets when I was younger. I remember how our town center’s field became occupied with 10 or so tents, and how fun it was to pass by each stand. Walking through a Traditional Florentine food market was a whole…