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November 07, 2025

JCU Mourns Loss of Student Simone Ricciotti

It is with heavy hearts that we share the deeply sad news of the passing of our student, Simone Ricciotti, who tragically lost his life in a car accident on his birthday on November 6.

November 04, 2025

Italy Reads 2025 Kicks Off with Raymond Carver’s What We Talk About When We Talk About Love

JCU has kicked off the 16th edition of its Italy Reads program with a lecture by writer and translator Riccardo Duranti, the keynote speaker for this year’s edition, about American author Raymond Carver.

October 29, 2025

Transatlantic Policy Dialogues: Europe’s Security Architecture in a Changing World

On October 15, 2025, JCU hosted its fourth annual Transatlantic Policy Dialogues, titled "New Horizons in Transatlantic Security and Defense Cooperation." The event opened with remarks by Armando Varricchio, Italy’s former ambassador to Germany and the United States.

Student Stories

November 05, 2025

The Moral and Legal Imperative of Food Security

On October 22, 2025, students in Professor De Annuntiis' course were offered a seat at the negotiating table of the Faith Leaders’ Joint Statement on the Right to Food and Nutrition for Marginalized Communities.

October 15, 2025

Three JCU Students Receive America Award from Italy-USA Foundation

JCU students Leonardo Di Franco-Cascone, Grace Sullivan, and Lusiana Veveiros received medals of the Italian Parliament as part of the America Award presented by the Italy-USA Foundation on October 10, 2025.

October 13, 2025

Beyond the Numbers: MA in International Affairs Student Megan Zeldenrust

After completing her undergraduate studies in Georgia with a dual degree in Business and Mathematics, Megan Zeldenrust decided to pursue an MA in International Affairs at JCU. She did an internship with the World Food Programme as part of the Community Feedback Mechanism team.

Alumni Achievements

November 03, 2025

From Classroom to the UN: Alumna Victoria Brizzi’s Path to Global Advocacy

Victoria Brizzi graduated from JCU with a BA in International Affairs and a minor in Legal Studies. Her academic dedication and experience have positioned her for a promising career in international organizations.

October 02, 2025

Stories That Inspire Action: Communications Alumna Sara Gabai Publishes New Research on Sustainability Communication

Alumna Sara Gabai recently published research exploring the role of sustainability communication in driving behavior change, strengthening public engagement, and supporting policy advocacy.

September 22, 2025

Alumnus Matthew Beckmann’s Journey with Art History

Matthew Beckmann is a JCU alumnus (class of 2020). He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Humanistic Studies from JCU in 2019 and stayed on to earn an MA in Art History. Matthew now runs his own copywriting business in The Hague, Netherlands.

Recent Articles

November 17, 2025

Rethinking Europe’s Future Beyond Earth: IFIS Director Lapenta Co-Organizes SPHERE Space Policy Forum at LUISS University

On November 7, 2025, in collaboration with JCU’s Institute for Future and Innovation Studies (IFIS), Luiss University in Rome hosted the first SPHERE Space Policy Forum.

November 14, 2025

Humanities and Business: JCU Welcomes Professor Alain-Philippe Durand

On October 7, 2025, John Cabot University hosted Professor Alain-Philippe Durand of the University of Arizona for two events: a workshop titled “The Humanities and the Future of Work,” and a lecture titled “Humanities’ Business.”

November 12, 2025

Geopolitical Shocks and Investment Decisions: JCU Welcomes Parliamentary Advisor Luca Bellardini

On October 30, 2025, students in Professor Sergio Scicchitano’s Econometrics class attended a seminar with Luca Bellardini, technical advisor on economic and financial issues at the Italian Parliament.

November 07, 2025

JCU Mourns Loss of Student Simone Ricciotti

It is with heavy hearts that we share the deeply sad news of the passing of our student, Simone Ricciotti, who tragically lost his life in a car accident on his birthday on November 6.

November 05, 2025

JCU’s 14th Posthuman Studies Workshop: Rethinking Humanity in the Technological Age

On October 18, 2025, John Cabot University hosted the 14th Posthuman Studies Workshop, part of the ongoing JCU Posthuman Studies Workshop Series, organized by Professor Stefan Lorenz Sorgner and sponsored by the Department of History and Humanities.

November 05, 2025

The Moral and Legal Imperative of Food Security

On October 22, 2025, students in Professor De Annuntiis' course were offered a seat at the negotiating table of the Faith Leaders’ Joint Statement on the Right to Food and Nutrition for Marginalized Communities.

November 05, 2025

Pier Paolo Pasolini and Music: JCU Welcomes Isabella Alfano and Domenico Sanna

On October 29, 2025, JCU’s Modern Languages and Literature department hosted an event to pay homage to Pier Paolo Pasolini on the 50th anniversary of his death.

November 05, 2025

Francesco Lapenta Gives Opening Remarks at Italy's Annual Education Leadership Conference

On October 28, 2025, Francesco Lapenta, director of the Institute for Future and Innovation Studies at JCU, gave the opening speech at the 8th Annual Conference for the National Association of Public Managers and High School Professionals (ANP).

November 04, 2025

Italy Reads 2025 Kicks Off with Raymond Carver’s What We Talk About When We Talk About Love

JCU has kicked off the 16th edition of its Italy Reads program with a lecture by writer and translator Riccardo Duranti, the keynote speaker for this year’s edition, about American author Raymond Carver.

November 03, 2025

From Classroom to the UN: Alumna Victoria Brizzi’s Path to Global Advocacy

Victoria Brizzi graduated from JCU with a BA in International Affairs and a minor in Legal Studies. Her academic dedication and experience have positioned her for a promising career in international organizations.

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