About The Program
Bring your passion for the environment and concern for the natural world to the largest island of the Mediterranean, where the influences of many cultures, including Arabic, Greek, Norman, Roman and Spanish are on display. The island of Sicily, located just off the most southern point of Italy, offers plenty of new ecosystems to explore—from diverse coastlines to active volcanoes to centuries-old agricultural sites. Studying here is an unparalleled opportunity to discover a region where both ancient environmental traditions and modern sustainability initiatives thrive side by side. This program focuses on topics like marine conservation, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and climate change, so it’s suited to environmental studies as well as a variety of science majors. You will engage in hands-on learning through field research and with guided academic excursions. Opportunities to interact with local communities and environmental organizations are built into the curriculum. Syracuse, a historic city and the capital of the province of Sicily, acts as a convenient base for travel to other locations in Italy, framing the study abroad experience in a broader geographical and cultural context.
Where you'll study
Accent, Rome, is located in the historic heart of the city, a short walk from one of the most beautiful and beloved piazzas. The Piazza Navona is one of the most outstanding squares, which features Bernini’s Fountain of Rivers at its center. The center serves as your home base for onsite lectures, language instruction, and meet-ups for guided tours. Within the center, you’ll find all the resources and support you need during your time in Italy. The resource desk is open for questions, program information, and travel advice. Relax in the comfortable lounges and catch up on email or chat with others on your program. Find your print news in the library—and when the beauty and art of the city inspires your inner artist, the studio space offers a place where you can be creative. This program is administered in partnership with Accent Global Learning, a study abroad program provider. You’ll take classes alongside students from across the United States and the University of California at the center in Rome, Italy.
