Green School Semester in Genoa
Led by: Guillermo Grenier, Program Director
Immerse yourself in the vibrant port city of Genova, Italy—a historic crossroads of people,
trade, international politics—while developing your Italian language skills and exploring the
social forces that drive nationalism, identity formation and social change in Italy. This
program combines intensive language study with social science courses that examine
ethnicity, globalization, and urban life. Engage with Genova’s rich cultural tapestry, from its
medieval caruggi (alleyways) to its contemporary life, struggles and triumphs as a diverse,
globalized city. Reside in modern apartments in the historic Genoa city center and take
classes at the FIU Genoa Center, housed in a 1,000-year-old medieval convent. Four
courses (12 credits) will be taught by faculty from the Green School and the University of
Genoa, with two courses in each of the A and B terms.
Of course you will have the opportunity to travel to other places in Italy on weekends and
during Spring Break. The program includes visits to Milan and Torino accompanied by
program faculty. Plus there are many spectacular places to visit along the Ligurian coastline
adjacent to Genoa, a region known as the Italian Riviera.
For more information: Contact Professor Grenier by email at grenierg@fiu.edu or contact the Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies by email at gss@fiu.edu or by phone at (305) 348-2247.
Click here to apply: https://abroad.fiu.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=10373
Marvels of Northern Italy: A Journey from Genoa to Trento
June 1 - July 18, 2026
“Marvels of Northern Italy: A Journey to Genoa and Trento” is a study abroad program designed for undergraduate students eager to expand their academic and cultural horizons. The program offers an immersive experience in two distinct Italian cities: Genoa, a bustling coastal hub of art, history, and Mediterranean culture, and Trento, a picturesque alpine city renowned for innovation, sustainability, and its unique blend of Italian and Central European influences. Through a mix of coursework, site visits, and cultural activities, students gain new perspectives on global issues while exploring the rich traditions, landscapes, and communities of Northern Italy.
