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April 23, 2026

Insight and Expertise: JCU Welcomes Sound Artist Robert Millis

JCU welcomed sound artist Robert Millis to present a lecture on his book and double LP Indian Talking Machine. The event was sponsored by the Communication and Media Studies Department, in collaboration with CRiTT (Interuniversity Research Center on Transnational Technocultures) and Nero Editions.

April 21, 2026

A Day Inside FAO: A Shadowing Experience for John Cabot University Students

On April 10, 2026, 13 John Cabot University students participated in a shadowing opportunity at the FAO headquarters in Rome, organized by the Center for Career Services.

April 20, 2026

JCU Hosts 15th Posthuman Studies Workshop

JCU hosted the 15th edition of the Posthuman Studies Workshop, titled “Euro-Transhumanism: What is the Relevance of our Cultural Roots for a Flourishing Future?” It brought together leading contemporary artists, composers, and intellectuals for an interdisciplinary exploration of humanity’s future in light of rapid technological change.

April 20, 2026

JCU’s New York Gala 2026: Honoring Generations of Impact

On April 14, 2026, John Cabot University hosted its annual New York Gala at the University Club, bringing together nearly 250 distinguished guests from the worlds of business, finance, education, fashion, and more.

April 16, 2026

JCU to Host Professor Wieloch from the University of Lodz

JCU's Department of Economics announces that Professor Justyna Wieloch from the University of Łódź in Poland will be a Visiting Research Scholar at JCU from April to May 2026. During her stay, she will be working under the supervision of Professor Sergio Scicchitano, Chair of the Department of Economics.

April 16, 2026

Reporting the World: JCU Welcomes Journalists Motoko Rich, Chris Livesay, and Alvise Armellini

JCU had the pleasure of hosting three highly experienced journalists, Motoko Rich (The New York Times), Chris Livesay (CBS), and Alvise Armellini (Reuters), to discuss their career paths, the current state of journalism, and its implications for aspiring reporters.

April 16, 2026

JCU Hosts Visiting Research Scholar Raquel López Garrido

The JCU Department of Political Science and International Affairs is currently hosting Visiting Research Scholar Raquel López Garrido. She is conducting research in the field of human rights and trafficking under the supervision of Professor Silvia Scarpa, chair of the Department.

April 14, 2026

Shadowing at a UN Agency: JCU Students Explore International Finance at IFAD

Two John Cabot University students recently participated in a shadowing experience at the International Fund for Agricultural Development in Rome.

April 13, 2026

Professor Elisa Puvia Receives Award from Municipality of Carrara

On March 22, 2026, JCU psychology professor Elisa Puvia was honored by the Municipality of Carrara in Tuscany during the event “Carrara Celebrates its Women.”

April 13, 2026

Feeling Seen and Heard: Meet JCU Student Olivia Grandi

Born in Italy and raised in London, Olivia Grandi is a current JCU student majoring in Psychology. She is on the Lady Gladiators soccer team and frequently travels for matches, and she recently presented at the Feminist Futures event.

April 10, 2026

John Cabot University Presents New Bulgari Scholarship in Greece

On April 2, 2026, Anastasia Koniali, Development Officer at John Cabot University, traveled to Paramythia, Greece, to present the Bulgari Scholarship to the students of the General Lyceum of Paramythia.

April 10, 2026

Mai Mai Mai: JCU Welcomes Musician Toni Cutrone

John Cabot University welcomed Italian musician Toni Cutrone for a talk focusing on his sound project "Mai Mai Mai." The event was sponsored by the JCU Communication and Media Studies Department, in collaboration with CRiTT and Nero Editions.

April 10, 2026

Italy Reads Announces 2025-2026 Student Video Contest Winners

JCU announced the winners of the 2025-2026 Italy Reads Student Video Contest during an online award ceremony. For its 16th edition, JCU’s English language reading and cultural exchange program selected Raymond Carver’s "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love" as its focus.

April 09, 2026

Sustainability and Innovation: A Shadowing Experience at Ecolab

On March 27, 2026, Sara Natalizia, a Marketing major at John Cabot University with minors in Communications and Psychology, participated in a shadowing experience at Ecolab.

April 08, 2026

From New York to Rome: Carlo Flamer’s Journey in International Business

Carlo Flamer is a senior student from New York, majoring in International Business with a minor in Marketing. At JCU, he works in the Admissions office as a Student Ambassador, helping prospective and current students during their time at university.

April 08, 2026

Professor Michael Driessen Appointed Consultor by the Pope

Professor Michael Driessen has been appointed by Pope Leo XIV to serve as a consultor on the Pontifical Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue. Driessen is one of only two Americans appointed to the Dicastery and one of its only social scientists.

April 08, 2026

Songs and Literature: JCU Welcomes Singer Isabella Alfano and Pianist Domenico Sanna

John Cabot University had the pleasure of hosting the artistic duo composed of singer Isabella Alfano and pianist Domenico Sanna for an event dedicated to the multifaceted relationships between music and poetry in modern Italian literature.

April 08, 2026

Inside the Space Industry: JCU Students Visit Thales Alenia Space in Rome

On March 27, 2026, JCU students had the unique opportunity to step inside the world of space engineering during a visit to Thales Alenia Space in Rome, a leading European manufacturer of satellites and space systems.

April 08, 2026

JCU Hosts Book Launch of "La forza sia con te. Cronaca di una missione in Ucraina"

On March 24, 2026, John Cabot University hosted the launch of the book La forza sia con te. Cronaca di una missione in Ucraina (May Force be With You. Chronicle of a Mission to Ukraine, People, 2025), written by Andrea Iacomini, journalist and Italy’s spokesperson for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

April 01, 2026

Innovation Ecosystems and the Pathways to Entrepreneurship

On February 24, 2026, JCU had the pleasure of hosting economist and public policy expert Mita Marra for a discussion of her book "Pathways to Innovation and Entrepreneurship" (McGraw-Hill Education, 2025).

April 01, 2026

Living Rome: Professor Isabella Clough Marinaro Publishes New Book

Isabella Clough Marinaro teaches courses in sociology with a special focus on crime studies. JCU recently interviewed Professor Clough Marinaro on her new book, " Living Rome: Space, Identity, and the Politics of Belonging" (Lever Press, 2026).

March 31, 2026

ArtSpeaks: JCU Welcomes Medievalist and Cultural Historian John Osborne

On March 18, 2026, John Cabot University welcomed historian John Osborne for a Presidential Lecture titled “The Sibylline Prophecy on the End of Rome and an Enigmatic Tenth-Century Mural Beneath the Roman Church of San Saba.”

March 30, 2026

Alumnus Francesco Chirulli’s Career Journey at Goldman Sachs

Francesco Chirulli graduated from JCU in 2020, with a major in Economics and Finance. In 2021, he moved to the US and settled in New York City. Francesco was recently promoted to Vice President of Global Banking and Markets at Goldman Sachs.

March 27, 2026

Healing and Freedom: JCU Welcomes Native American Activist Donald “Buddy” Hatch

On February 18, 2026, JCU welcomed Donald “Buddy” Hatch, former member of the American Indian Movement, for a lecture focused on the struggles of Native Americans to protect their rights and lands, and the rebirth of their cultures between the 1970s and today.

March 26, 2026

Re-thinking Adversity: JCU Welcomes Psychology Professor Seth Pollak

On March 18, 2026, the JCU Department of Psychological and Social Sciences hosted Professor Seth Pollak (University of Wisconsin-Madison) as part of its lecture series.

March 26, 2026

From Clicks to Careers: Past Interns of the Web Communications Office Share Their Experiences

The Web Communication Office is responsible for maintaining and updating the University’s website and publishing news articles. They offer an internship program that provides students with the opportunity to work on the website and learn skills in the field of digital communication.

March 25, 2026

Sense of Belonging to a Community: Meet Double Major Mencía Casas Neo

Originally from Spain, Mencía Casas Neo is a senior and double major in Classical Studies and Art History at JCU. She has been the Events Coordinator for the Art History Society since 2023.

March 24, 2026

Roman Aqueducts in Romantic Paintings: Professor Jens Koehler Invited to Art Gallery in Bremen

On March 16, 2026, Professor Jens Koehler from JCU’s Art History Department was invited to give a lecture at the Kunsthalle Bremen in Germany dedicated to Romantic painter Friedrich Nerly.

March 20, 2026

JCU Announces Italy Starts 2026 Winners

John Cabot University recently selected the winners of the Italy Starts 2025-2026 competition. This year’s program involved 37 students from nine Italian high schools, separated into teams and guided by student mentors from different universities to learn the basics of developing a startup idea.

March 18, 2026

Institute Director Francesco Lapenta Participates in IECA 2026 Symposium in Paris

Francesco Lapenta, director of the Institute of Future and Innovation Studies, was invited to speak at the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) 2026 Symposium, held at the Grande Arche de La Défense in Paris.

March 13, 2026

JCU Students Participate in Company Visit to the UNDP Rome Centre

On March 6, 2026, students from the MA in International Affairs program and undergraduate programs at John Cabot University participated in a company visit to the UNDP Rome Centre, organized by JCU’s Center for Career Services.

March 13, 2026

Professor Angelo Brandelli Costa Appointed Fellow of Association for Psychological Science

John Cabot University professor Angelo Brandelli Costa was recently selected as a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science (APS), the scientific home of thousands of leading psychological science researchers, practitioners, teachers, and students from around the world.

March 12, 2026

A Bridge Between Two Worlds: JCU Welcomes Culinary TV Host Ornella Fado

On March 3, 2026, John Cabot University hosted Ornella Fado, acclaimed television host, producer, and creator of the culinary tv show Brindiamo!, for an inspiring lecture on her career in the US. Fado shared her personal journey of entrepreneurship, resilience, and success, offering insights into building a creative career across cultures.

March 12, 2026

JCU at its Best: Student Lucy McGovern Undergoes Urgent Liver Transplant

Lucy McGovern, a 21-year-old study abroad student from Seattle, Washington, successfully underwent an urgent liver transplant in Rome's San Camillo-Forlanini hospital.

March 10, 2026

JCU and UNICRI Host 11th Summer School on Migration and Human Rights

John Cabot University, in collaboration with the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), is happy to announce the 11th edition of the Summer School on Migration and Human Rights, which will be delivered at JCU from July 13 through 17, 2026.

March 06, 2026

Combining Scholarship with Creativity: JCU Hosts Feminist Futures 2

On February 27, 2026, the Gender and Queer Studies Working Group at JCU hosted “Feminist Futures 2,” a full-day event dedicated to collaborative learning and exchange. It brought together more than 50 students, faculty, and staff members for a rich exploration of scholarship, pedagogy, and praxis.

March 06, 2026

Preparation Meets Opportunity: Alumna Fiamma Morichelli Lands Internship at Peroni

Fiamma Morichelli is a JCU alumna who graduated in December 2025 with a BA in Marketing and a minor in Psychology. She is currently an Assistant Brand Manager Intern at Peroni Nastro Azzurro, a job opportunity she was able to find at the JCU Career Fair.

March 05, 2026

Career Services Launches Women in Leadership Program at Aon Italia

John Cabot University’s Center for Career Services has recently launched a new initiative: the Women in Leadership Program. On February 27, 2026, the first shadowing experience of the program took place at Aon Italia.

March 05, 2026

JCU Welcomes Former Prime Minister of Italy Romano Prodi for a Special Class with MA Students

On February 18, 2026, JCU welcomed former Prime Minister of Italy Romano Prodi for a practicum with MA in International Affairs students.

March 04, 2026

JCU Hosts Panel Discussion on America and the Mediterranean in the Trump Era

JCU recently hosted a panel discussion titled “America and the Mediterranean in the Trump Era.” The event was organized by Prof. Diego Pagliarulo and co-sponsored by JCU’s Department of Political Science and International Affairs and OSMED.

March 03, 2026

How Babies Learn Language: JCU Welcomes Professor Jenny Saffran

Professor Jenny Saffran highlights her own research on how infants track statistical regularities to learn language. She touched on language disorders and bilingual development as important areas for current and future study.

March 02, 2026

In Conversation with JCU Alumna Tamara Volozhanina

Tamara Volozhanina is a JCU alumna (class of 2019) who majored in International Affairs and minored in Communications. In 2020, Tamara helped found Schloss Krumbach International School (SKIS) in Austria, where she is now Head of Marketing and teaches a class called Theory of Knowledge.

March 02, 2026

Student Fayzeh Abou Ardat on Her Digital Communications Internship at the Order of Malta

Originally from Canada, Fayzeh Abou Ardat is a Political Science major at John Cabot University, minoring in Legal Studies. She recently completed an internship as a Digital Communications Officer at The Sovereign Military Order of Malta.

March 02, 2026

Dynamic and Multicultural: Meet JCU Alumna Catalina Zaza

Catalina Zaza is a JCU alumna who graduated in 2025 with an MA in International Affairs. She started with a temporary role at Council of International Educational Exchange and now holds a position as Academic and Program Coordinator.

February 24, 2026

How Visual Mental Imagery Works: Meet Professor Alfredo Spagna

Alfredo Spagna has recently joined the Psychological and Social Sciences department at John Cabot University. Born in Reggio Calabria, in Southern Italy, Professor Spagna studied at Sapienza University of Rome for his undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees, specializing in experimental psychology and cognitive neuroscience.

February 24, 2026

Sustainability in Action: Alumna Alessandra Gargiulo’s Startup Journey

After graduating with a BA in International Affairs from JCU and working in consulting and brand management, in 2018 Alessandra Gargiulo founded Uyolo, a platform that helps businesses embed sustainability into everyday operations.

February 20, 2026

Community Across Continents: Meet Double Major Natasha Kisila

Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, Natasha Kisila is a senior at John Cabot University. She is double majoring in Political Science and Communications. Natasha is very active in JCU’s student life, being Vice President of Student Government and President of the Black and African Student Association (BASA), as well as Residence Assistant for JCU Housing.

February 19, 2026

Learning to Navigate Under Pressure: JCU Alumnus Moustafa Tlass

Originally from Syria, Moustafa Tlass graduated in 2023 and completed his MA in International Affairs at JCU in 2025. He was an intern at the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs and now holds a full-time position there.

February 17, 2026

Hungary and International Institutions: 1956 and 2026 in Comparative Perspective

On February 9, 2026, the JCU Guarini Institute for Public Affairs hosted Professor András Nagy for a lecture on Hungary across two distinct historical moments: the 1956 Hungarian Revolution and Hungary’s contemporary position within the European Union.

February 17, 2026

Ali Reza Arabnia Reveals the Secrets of Italian Business Success

On February 10, 2026, the Frank J. Guarini School of Business and the President’s Office had the pleasure of hosting JCU alumnus and trustee, Ali Reza Arabnia. He is a proponent of community and ethics in business, and he draws inspiration from Italian entrepreneurs throughout his career.

February 16, 2026

From Theory to Practice: Meet Professor Sara Moussavi

Sara Moussavi teaches in the Political Science and International Affairs department at JCU. She has an extensive background in humanitarian and development work and has served in crises across the world for over 20 years. In this interview, she explains her motivation for working in international development and what led her to become a professor.

February 11, 2026

John Cabot University Names Dr. Antonia Maioni as Next President

John Cabot University in Rome is pleased to announce that Dr. Antonia Maioni will become the next President of JCU. The University’s Board of Trustees voted to confirm Dr. Maioni as JCU’s seventh President, effective July 1, 2026.

February 10, 2026

Meet Communications Professor Anna Gorchakovskaya

Anna Gorchakovskaya teaches in the Department of Communication and Media Studies. She is originally from Russia, and she came to Italy in her early 20s to study Art History. She has worked as a curator and researcher for many museums, such as MAXXI and the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome.

February 09, 2026

JCU Hosts Ecocide and Environmental Crimes Event

On January 30, 2026, John Cabot University hosted the event "Ecocide and Environmental Crimes: International Developments and Italy’s Transposition of EU Directive 2024/1203," organized in collaboration with UNICRI, Stop Ecocide International, and the Italian Society for International Organizations (SIOI).

February 06, 2026

From Campus to Startup: The JCU Alumni Behind Filmo

The JCU Office of Development and Alumni Affairs had the pleasure of reconnecting with alumni Salvatore Britti and Carolina Ferrarello to explore their entrepreneurial journey and the story behind Filmo, a global live shopping and social commerce platform.

February 06, 2026

The Myth of George Eliot: Professor Alessandra Grego Publishes New Book

On January 27, 2026, the Department of English Language and Literature hosted a presentation of Professor Alessandra Grego's book The Myth of George Eliot: How Marian Evans Invented the Victorian Novelist (Routledge 2026).

February 04, 2026

JCU Presents Professor Tobias Schildfat’s Bestselling Book on Personal Finance

John Cabot University is pleased to present Come fare il tuo primo milione (How to Make Your First Million, Edizioni Guerini) by Professor Tobias Schildfat.

February 03, 2026

A Deeply Human Approach to Art: Art History Major Alison Ladd

Originally from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Alison Ladd is a senior Art History major, minoring in Humanistic Studies and Art and Design. She is Head Curator of the Art History Society, Student Senate Representative for the Department of Art History, and a Student Ambassador at JCU.

February 02, 2026

Joshua’s Experience at BARS through JCU’s Career Services

Joshua Trexler, an International Business major at JCU, is currently working as a Business Development Representative at BARS (Bold Augmented Reality Systems), an international tech company specializing in AR solutions.

February 02, 2026

John Cabot University Launches BS in Computer and Information Science

John Cabot University is pleased to announce the launch of the Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science in Fall 2026.

January 28, 2026

Power Vacuum in Venezuela? Intervention, Uncertainty, and Competing Logics of Order

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Guarini Institute for Public Affairs organized the event “Power Vacuum in Venezuela?” featuring Professor Paolo Wuzler (JCU, The University of Naples "L'Orientale"), Gregory Alegi (LUISS University), and Simone Tholens (JCU, European University Institute Florence).

January 26, 2026

JCU Mourns Loss of Beloved Trustee Emeritus Frederick Vreeland

The John Cabot University community is saddened to announce the passing of Trustee Emeritus, the Honorable Frederick “Freck” Vreeland, following a life marked by public service and outstanding achievements.

January 23, 2026

Equality and Ideology in Changing Societies: Professor Davide Orsitto Presents Book at LSE

Professor Orsitto was invited to present his book Varieties of Equality in European Welfare States (Edward Elgar Publishing, 2024) at an upcoming public event at the LSE European Institute in London.

January 19, 2026

John Cabot University Kicks Off Spring 2026 Semester with Over 1900 Students

John Cabot University welcomed over 1900 new and returning students to its vibrant urban campus in the heart of Rome’s historic Trastevere neighborhood.

January 16, 2026

From JCU to the Heart of European Politics: Alumna Chiara Danna’s Journey

After graduating from JCU with a Political Science major and a Legal Studies minor, Chiara Danna carved a path into the world of European politics. Today, she serves as a Local Assistant to Italian politician Antonella Sberna, one of the Vice Presidents of the European Parliament.

January 07, 2026

Student Amadeus Giordan Halilovic Represents Roma Community at Jubilee Event

On October 18, 2025, Amadeus took part in the Roma and Sinti Jubilee as the event’s presenter. The occasion gave him the opportunity to speak about his origins and meet Pope Leo XIV in person.

December 29, 2026

Fabio Scacciavillani on the Uses and Limits of Economic Predictions

On November 20, 2025, the Department of Economics at John Cabot University hosted a seminar with Fabio Scacciavillani, offering students a rare insider’s perspective on how economic forecasts are built, interpreted, and often misunderstood.

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