Cultural Events and Activities
Whether you are a study abroad or degree-seeking student, you will find that John
Cabot University in Rome takes full advantage of its location in one of the world’s most culturally rich cities.
In addition to hosting a wide variety of cultural and social events on campus, the University provides students with countless opportunities to appreciate all that the Eternal City has to offer.
Some examples:
- Discounted tickets to operas, theater performances and concerts throughout the city
- Cooking classes conducted by a professional chef on JCU’s beautiful Secchia terrace: learn how to make Italian delicacies while admiring a breathtaking view of the rooftops of our Trastevere neighborhood
- Wine tasting sessions held by a certified sommelier
Performing Arts at JCU
- The JCU Theater Group: Both study abroad and degree-seeking student actors, singers and dancers are welcome! You can also help with music, scenery, stage management, technical assistance or make-up. This collective effort culminates in lively and colorful productions put on for the JCU community and the public every semester. For further information on this group and how to participate, email theater@johncabot.edu.
- The John Cabot Chamber Orchestra: Open to both amateurs and professional musicians, this group performs in many prestigious locations in and around Rome. For information visit www.jcco.it.
- Belly Dancing: One of the most popular extra-curricular classes among women at JCU, Beginner and Advanced-Beginner lessons are offered every semester by a qualified instructor and experienced dancer. The beautiful ancient art is explored through its basic movements as well as choreography, while a historical overview is provided to gain a better insight into this complex yet simple, antique yet contemporary dance form. Styles studied include Egyptian and Turkish traditional, cabaret and gypsy dance, as well as tribal fusion belly dance. In Advanced Beginner classes, use of veils and zills (finger cymbals) is also introduced.
All levels are welcome and most have no previous experience at all, nevertheless culminating in a Hafla at the end of the semester. The event – very well attended every semester – gives dancers the opportunity to showcase the skills and grace they have learned throughout the term. A general belly dance “party” open to all, the Hafla also features choreography at different levels performed by the semester’s dance students for an audience of JCU students, faculty, staff and friends and much fun is had by all.
Revel in the power of belly dance and get involved in the community of dancers at JCU!
For more information on how to get involved you can email our instructor Kathryne at kfedele@johncabot.edu.
Trips and Excursions
While all roads lead to Rome, you may want to travel. The Student Services staff works with local providers to organize trips to destinations such as Pompeii, Florence, Siena, Naples, and Capri, just to name a few.
John Cabot University Student Leadership Programs
As a study abroad or degree-seeking student at JCU, you serve as an unofficial ambassador for your country. In addition to your studies, your most important “job” is to make friends across borders.
Getting involved at John Cabot can make it easier for you to make these friendships as well as develop resume-building leadership skills.
These are some of our premier leadership programs:
Student Government
Student government officers represent the interests of John Cabot University students to JCU faculty and administrators. Serving in student government is a great way to implement your ideas for strengthening the JCU community.
Student Ambassador Program
John Cabot University Student Ambassadors support JCU through public relations, admissions support and events planning. Student Ambassadors' give campus tours, assist during Orientation, and plan events.
Community Service Program
Through our John Cabot University Community Service Program, you have the opportunity to become more aware of our modern-day social needs and take an active role in addressing different problems. You might have the chance to help the homeless, work in a soup kitchen, help abused women, assist at a refugee center or support an English-language library. JCU students have also been actively involved raising money for international relief efforts.
For further information on activities and programs at JCU, contact studentservices@johncabot.edu.