Bachelor's in Italian Studies

Wesleyan University provides a vibrant and inclusive academic environment where students are encouraged to think boldly, question assumptions, and delve into the complexities of the world. The university's emphasis on interdisciplinary studies and innovative research initiatives fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and a commitment to social responsibility. At Wesleyan, students engage with a diverse array of academic disciplines, from the arts and humanities to the sciences and social sciences. The university's unique open curriculum allows students the freedom to chart their educational journey, encouraging exploration beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. Wesleyan is not just a place of academic learning; it's a community that values inclusivity, activism, and the pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of society. The vibrant campus life, coupled with a rich tradition of alumni who have made significant contributions to various fields, makes Wesleyan University a distinctive institution dedicated to preparing students for meaningful lives and impactful careers.

The study of Italian language, literature, and culture brings into proximity humanistic tradition and global concerns. The excellent language training Wesleyan students receive serves as the base from which to explore Italian history, culture, and society from the Middle Ages to the present. The rich and renewing curriculum enables students to develop and refine capabilities Wesleyan has defined as essential. Those capabilities that Italian Studies fosters and increases include writing, speaking, interpretation, intercultural literacy and effective citizenship, skills that are in service to a variety of professions and courses of study. The small classes, typically conducted through the medium of Italian, a characteristic of Wesleyan’s Italian curriculum, allow professors and students to work closely on a variety of critical topics. The cross-disciplinary composition of the Major allows students to explore their interests in an array of different departments (history, the College of Letters, art history, classics).