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palazzi florence association for international education apicius fast divaideas squolafua agent manual 2011/2012

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this manual is authored by palazzi office of communications grace joh revised and edited by gabriella ganugi palazzi founder and president copyright © 2011 palazzi faie all rights reserved 2

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table of contents what is palazzi vision mission values palazzi campuses locations accreditation and facilities palazzi academic institutions apicius diva fast f_air fua ideas squola palazzi affiliations academics at palazzi schools and departments academic policies palazzi study abroad programs semester/year fall and spring january intersession summer sessions short and quarter programs fall and spring palazzi undergraduate programs general education requirements fine arts contemporary italian studies and linguistics liberal arts fashion design and technology architecture design photography and visual communication communication and publishing hospitality management palazzi graduate programs customized service learning master in organizational management with endicott college summer 9-week graduate apprenticeship in the restaurant industry palazzi career programs apicius international school of hospitality baking and pastry culinary arts master in italian cuisine hospitality management wine studies and enology diva digital imaging and visual arts visual communication photography fast fashion accessory studies and technology accessory design and technology fashion design and technology ideas school of interior design environmental architecture and sustainability eco-sustainable design luxury design apicius fast fua 1 year program in publishing concentrations in art fashion and food publishing italian language programs at squola service learning internships community service volunteer work mingle department of customized programs enrichment programs high school programs palazzi in the community f_air florence artist in residence fedora fly ganzo cultural and gastronomic association student life and development department student services extracurricular activities educational field trips housing 2011-12 academic calendar how to enroll promotional materials contact information p 4 p 5 p 7 p 14 p 15 p 17 p 20 p 23 p 29 p 34 p 35 p 61 p 75 p 87 p 99 p 107 p 109 p 111 p 114 p 115 p 118 p 122 p 124 p 128 p 129 p 130 3

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what is palazzi palazzi florence association for international education is a group of academic interdisciplinary educational institutions located in the center of florence vision · palazzi has the purpose of enriching international higher education for students and partner institutions throughout the world · palazzi s name bears the core of our educational mission and philosophy a group of prestigious meticulously renovated historic buildings palazzi that have witnessed the civic political and economic life of florence since centuries that strive to bring innovation to the present and future in the midst of a rich historical context · palazzi mirrors the contemporary face of florence and invites its students and institutional partners to partake in an educational endeavor the study abroad experience challenges and shapes the mind · our institutions are one of a kind throughout all of italy and europe and set the standard for international education · we sustain our local culture by bringing to life the arts that have shaped our economy in the past and creating a vital space for them for the present and future · we promote and nurture local small green mapped businesses that support sustainability and share with our students their love craftsmanship and expertise · palazzi is an integration project that allows students to break through the surface of the academic experience abroad by offering opportunities that allow them to not only study but to live the past and present while building the future of florence mission all of the educational institutions belonging to palazzi are cross-disciplinary and interrelated students have open access to all curricula and program offerings for a truly wide-reaching choice of areas of study palazzi is the singular governing entity that unites the institutions and appoints designated deans and administrators to each the programs at palazzi range from a variety of short-term up to career programs and four-year academic programs offered in florence italy the main schools of our institutions address liberal and studio arts business fashion and accessory design hospitality management culinary arts food communications and publishing digital and visual media and imaging and contemporary italian language studies these areas have been developed and expanded with the fast growing changes in higher education and the demand for international collegiate experiences we are committed to excellence in learning and seek to carry out this mission by shaping students who are sensitive towards global understanding as a result of their academic and social interactions in florence palazzi continually seeks to strengthen its relationships with international partners and is proud of academic partnerships established all over the world we are open to creating study abroad affiliations with colleges and universities community and 4-year public and private in order to foster academic collaboration and create meaningful programs for the students of such institutions we are members of several international associations and organizations and partake in key global events each year our presence in florence contributes a new outlook on how humans approach learning here the past centuries have produced great minds in this city whose works densely populate the streets palazzi proposes innovative learning strategies that allow students to live in a historic city like florence with the clarity curiosity and creativity that will enrich without a doubt the florence that they will leave behind at the end of their studies values the foundations of the institutions that constitute palazzi are based on the following core concepts · cross-cultural and interdisciplinary learning for students through direct interaction with the academic and social fabrics of our institutions and the city of florence · a full-immersion approach to our entire range of academic programs abroad whether created for short term short-term faculty-led or long or semester-term lengths of time · the practice of responsibility and integrity in relationships with our partners a 100 personalized approach that enables students and faculty from a partnering institution to rely upon the support system created by palazzi institutions and the partner · state of the art facilities allow for students to have the latest technological advances at their fingertips 4

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palazzi locations and campuses fua florence university of the arts belongs to palazzi florence association for international education an academic consortium of higher education institutions located in historical palazzi or palaces located through florence s city center palazzo bombicci guicciardini strozzi campus in piazza santa croce fua florence university of the arts apicius international school of hospitality palazzi doni in piazza santa croce diva digital imaging and visual arts ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability palazzo della giosta near piazza sant ambrogio fast fashion and accessories studies and technology palazzo ramirez de montalvo near piazza duomo squola center for contemporary italian studies villa brilli peri near piazza santa maria novella apicius culinary institute of florence school of food and wine studies fedora pastry shop open to the public operated by the students of the apicius baking and pastry department ex-teatro san gallo near piazza san marco f_air florence artists in residence and fua fine arts department ganzo near piazza sant ambrogio ganzo cultural and eno-gastronomic association open to the public and operated by the students of apicius school of food and wine studies 5

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what is palazzi palazzi florence association for international education is a group of academic interdisciplinary educational institutions located in the center of florence vision · palazzi has the purpose of enriching international higher education for students and partner institutions throughout the world · palazzi s name bears the core of our educational mission and philosophy a group of prestigious meticulously renovated historic buildings palazzi that have witnessed the civic political and economic life of florence since centuries that strive to bring innovation to the present and future in the midst of a rich historical context · palazzi mirrors the contemporary face of florence and invites its students and institutional partners to partake in an educational endeavor the study abroad experience challenges and shapes the mind · our institutions are one of a kind throughout all of italy and europe and set the standard for international education · we sustain our local culture by bringing to life the arts that have shaped our economy in the past and creating a vital space for them for the present and future · we promote and nurture local small green mapped businesses that support sustainability and share with our students their love craftsmanship and expertise · palazzi is an integration project that allows students to break through the surface of the academic experience abroad by offering opportunities that allow them to not only study but to live the past and present while building the future of florence mission all of the educational institutions belonging to palazzi are cross-disciplinary and interrelated students have open access to all curricula and program offerings for a truly wide-reaching choice of areas of study palazzi is the singular governing entity that unites the institutions and appoints designated deans and administrators to each the programs at palazzi range from a variety of short-term up to career programs and four-year academic programs offered in florence italy the main schools of our institutions address liberal and studio arts business fashion and accessory design hospitality management culinary arts food communications and publishing digital and visual media and imaging and contemporary italian language studies these areas have been developed and expanded with the fast growing changes in higher education and the demand for international collegiate experiences we are committed to excellence in learning and seek to carry out this mission by shaping students who are sensitive towards global understanding as a result of their academic and social interactions in florence palazzi continually seeks to strengthen its relationships with international partners and is proud of academic partnerships established all over the world we are open to creating study abroad affiliations with colleges and universities community and 4-year public and private in order to foster academic collaboration and create meaningful programs for the students of such institutions we are members of several international associations and organizations and partake in key global events each year our presence in florence contributes a new outlook on how humans approach learning here the past centuries have produced great minds in this city whose works densely populate the streets palazzi proposes innovative learning strategies that allow students to live in a historic city like florence with the clarity curiosity and creativity that will enrich without a doubt the florence that they will leave behind at the end of their studies values the foundations of the institutions that constitute palazzi are based on the following core concepts · cross-cultural and interdisciplinary learning for students through direct interaction with the academic and social fabrics of our institutions and the city of florence · a full-immersion approach to our entire range of academic programs abroad whether created for short term short-term faculty-led or long or semester-term lengths of time · the practice of responsibility and integrity in relationships with our partners a 100 personalized approach that enables students and faculty from a partnering institution to rely upon the support system created by palazzi institutions and the partner · state of the art facilities allow for students to have the latest technological advances at their fingertips 6

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palazzi locations and campuses fua florence university of the arts belongs to palazzi florence association for international education an academic consortium of higher education institutions located in historical palazzi or palaces located through florence s city center palazzo bombicci guicciardini strozzi campus in piazza santa croce fua florence university of the arts apicius international school of hospitality palazzi doni in piazza santa croce diva digital imaging and visual arts ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability palazzo della giosta near piazza sant ambrogio fast fashion and accessories studies and technology palazzo ramirez de montalvo near piazza duomo squola center for contemporary italian studies villa brilli peri near piazza santa maria novella apicius culinary institute of florence school of food and wine studies fedora pastry shop open to the public operated by the students of the apicius baking and pastry department ex-teatro san gallo near piazza san marco f_air florence artists in residence and fua fine arts department ganzo near piazza sant ambrogio ganzo cultural and eno-gastronomic association open to the public and operated by the students of apicius school of food and wine studies 7

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palazzi accreditation palazzi collaborates with many institutions for the direct acceptance of credits as indicated in the list of affiliates for students from non-affiliated institutions credit transfers for all courses are available through the university of south florida palazzi academic institutions are accredited with the region of tuscany delegated by the ministry of education since 2005 the italian ministry of education delegated the regions for accreditations of private schools state education accreditation numbers region of tuscany fi 0229 fua-diva-fast-ideas-squola fi 0362 apicius palazzi institutions are also reviewed yearly for european quality certification certified by imq s.p.a ­ uni eni iso 9001:2008 cert n 9175.flru palazzi facilities palazzi members institutions are located throughout florence s city center in historical palaces equipped with the most updated technologies and equipments all facilities are equipped with internet free access palazzo bombicci guicciardini strozzi corso tintori 19 and 21 in which are present lectures rooms for both fua florence university of the arts and apicius international school of hospitality with one 70 seat capacity amphitheater lecture room plus seven different lecture rooms a media lab a fully equipped darkroom with enlargers music room administrative offices and headquarters of ingorda for florence campus publishing also there is a workout room offering machines and classes with free access to all student and a dance lab in the historically representative rooms of the piano nobile is the palazzi library and a beautiful garden courtyard on the arno river with panoramic views completes the setting in palazzo doni via magliabechi 1 are the headquarters for the two schools of diva digital imaging and visual and ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability in this building are found 4 media labs plus one printing lab equipped with last generation computers and program a 60 seat capacity lecture room and a professional photography studio there is also a student internet center palazzo ramirez montalvo via dell oriuolo 43 is the site for squola the center for contemporary italian studies where a cinema auditorium often hosting conferences and events connected with the cultural life of the city other 5 lecture rooms a language lab and a student internet center complete the historical building that faces the duomo of florence fast the school of fashion and accessories studies and technologies is in palazzo della giostra borgo pinti 20r this is where the school of fashion connects with the city of florence a retail store with the student s production is present besides a fashion media lab a tailoring lab with sewing machines and ironing stations a knitwear lab with knitwear machines a leather lab a footwear lab and a straw lab one of the renowned artigianal techniques produced in florence for centuries apicius school of food and wine studies is in villa brilli peri via guelfa 85 114 116 here are a pastry production lab restaurant style line kitchens individual workstation kitchens kitchens for private cooking classes demo kitchens lecture rooms equipped for food and wine appreciation two lecture rooms a professional wine appreciation room a computer and research lab classroom and two computer and internet centers with outdoor patio ganzo via de macci 85/r is the student operated restaurant/café/exhibition space/cultural center that features magazine reading room open to all students and the community an art gallery for shows created by students and professional artists comprehends also a lecture room a fully operating restaurant open 6 days a week for lunch and dinner service a beverage service an outdoor patio and terrace a wine cellar a dining area open to the public and a study and hangout space for students with free wi-fi access a public gallery with large exhibition area apartment and studio space for artist in residence is located in exteatro san gallo via san gallo 45/r here are an art studio ceramic and sculpture lab and lecture class 8

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palazzi academic institutions palazzi academics are held by the following member institutions apicius international school of hospitality diva digital imaging visual arts f_air florence artist in residence and fua school of fine arts fast fashion and accessory and technology fua florence university of the arts ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability squola center for contemporary italian studies apicius international school of hospitality studies are offered in business and hospitality culinary arts wine journalism communication and publishing vision ·apiciusreinterpretstheconceptofhospitalityandtourismintheinternationaldestinationofflorence,where the cityscape is teeming with traditional and contemporary structures sought by people from all over the world ·apiciusfirmlybelievesintheimportanceofaculturalapproachtohospitalitybyexaminingtheuniquecontext of cities and countries in a global framework hospitality should and must be enhanced by the local culture of a city and our position and interaction within the city of florence has the goal of culturally educating those who visit through the hospitality industry ·apiciusseekstoshapestudentswhomakedynamic,proactivecontributionstotheareasofhospitalityinitaly during their studies and go on to become excellent professionals with the same impact in future destinations ·apiciusisdeeplycommittedtomakingaprolificvitalimpactonthecityofflorencenotjustforitsobvious touristic aspects but as a viable city where city conservation and contemporary implementation complement each other in a delicate balance through its belief in eco-sustainable methods and didactics ·apiciusstrivestoprovideitsstudentswithanexperiencethatgoesbeyondculturalstereotypesandthetourist facade of florence ·apiciusbelievesthateachstudentshouldreturnhomewithaclearconceptofflorenceanditalythatincludes a profound cultural understanding gained from integration with the city its population its art and its culture what they receive from the experience is a life changed and newfound understanding and perspectives that they will carry in their hearts for the rest of their lives mission ·toprovideaprofessionalandacademicenvironmentinwhichstudentsgainexpertiseintheareasofbusiness hospitality and tourism culinary arts wine studies and publishing ·togobeyondclassroomlearningbypromotingstudentinteractionwiththeconvergenceofthemulticultural societies in the city of florence achieved by unique practical experiences in direct contact with service areas and the various professional figures who operate in these spheres ·toredefinetheideaofsustainabilitybyrethinkinghowservicesandstructuresenhancelocaleconomiesand culture through a respectful balance of technology innovation and tradition ·topositivelysustainflorence sreputationasahistoricyetcontemporaryitaliancityscapeinaglobalizedworld economy ·increaseoureffortsinfavorofsustainablehospitalityandtourismstartingfromourownstructuresand teaching methods ·promotestudentknowledgeandcapacitytorecognizeandactivelyparticipateintheconservation of the florentine s cultural and economic heritage ·toshapestudentsforcareersinarapidlydevelopingindustrythatencompassesawiderangeof exciting constantly evolving fields values ·toofferapassionate,highlycompetentandinternationalfaculty;abroadcurriculum,andstateoftheart facilities that broaden our students horizons and perspectives · to enhance the concept of technical learning by integrating training opportunities into the curriculum allowing for students to be involved in cultural integration projects that require active participation in florentine and italian society and that reward challenging professional experiences one such example is the professional internship program at ganzo cultural and gastronomic association open to the public a place where cultures and communities unite ·anacademicstructurebasedonlectures,workshops,seminars,andlaboratoriesthatactivatediversetypes of student engagement with study discipline ·excitingprogramscreatedforpostgradandprofessionalstudiesofferedfordurationsof1,2,and4years contact info via guelfa 86 114 116 firenze italia 50129 +39.055.265.81.35 fax +39.055.265.66.89 corso tintori 21 firenze italia 50122 +39.055.033.2727 fax +39.055.033.2728 general managers valentina monacò vale@apicius.it daniela chiaramonti daniela@apicius.it academics dean laura soave laura@apicius.it executive chef andrea trapani executivechef@apicius.it academic coordinator camilla carrega foodwinestudies@apicius.it 9

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diva digital imaging visual arts studies are offered in digital photography web design graphic and eco-sustainable design vision ·diva seyeonflorenceislikerenaissancearchitectbrunelleschi sboxinventedtocaptureperspectivethrough light what s projected through the pinhole is the innovative vision created by our students studying in this city which has been the cradle of artistic creativity since renaissance times our role in this rich background is to preserve its visionary spirit but not dwell upon it to work towards a contemporary innovative future · diva is an academic institution that offers studies in digital photography rich multimedia videomaking graphic design and interior design in florence ·diva sphilosophyisliterallyavision,onethatseekstotrainstudentstoforgeanewlightandanewperspective on how digital and visual arts reveal our surroundings · diva s technological approach explores local and european surroundings as a living dynamic canvas by breathing new life and mobility into historical and traditional contexts capturing the contemporary social landscape and creating new scenarios for the images of tomorrow ·divasupportssustainablemediaanddesigninitsdidacticmethodsandpractices mission ·divawasfoundedasanewvisualapproachtoeducationfordigitalmediastudies ·torenewtheimageofflorenceandtheconceptofestheticsasperceivedovertimethroughcenturiesof artistic innovation ·divaseekstopromotesustainablefuturesthroughdigitalmedia,design,andvisualarts ·designprogramsthatproposesustainablesolutionsforstructuresandinteriorspaces ·visualcommunicationstudiestodevelopproficiencyintheuseofvisualdesignmethodsand technologies ·photographyandvideomethodsthatusemoreresponsiblewaysofconsumingresources ·toofferthemostadvancedtechnologyindigitalandrichmediawithconstructive,interactiveprogramsof study and course curriculum ·toshapestudentswhoare ·creativelyconsciousaboutthevisualaspectsofcities,landscapes,andenvironments ·chooseresponsibleapproachestodigitalandpaperproductionoftheirvisualproductions ·possessthetechnicalabilitiestoelaboratewhattheycreativelyenvision ·continuetowidentheirbreadthofknowledgeinthedigitalandvisualarts values ·coursesthatpromotetheintegrationofstudentsintourbanandnon-urbanlandscapesforaricherinterpretation of the visual and digital arts ·stateoftheartfacilities,thelatestequipmentforcomputersandsoftwareprogramsforfineartprinting,studio classrooms for hands on lab sessions and an experienced staff for all student needs ·aninternationalfacultyhighlyexperiencedinvariedprofessionsandfromdiversebackgroundswhoinvolve students to work on challenging projects · a challenging and extensive academic curriculum composed of lectures workshops and laboratories structured programs for students who aim for professional development and future careers in the industry ·personalenrichmentandexposuretothelocalcommunitythroughexhibitions,shows,andculturalintegration projects contact info via magliabechi 1 firenze 50122 +39.055.244.664 fax +39.055.033.2738 general manager giulio vinci studioart@fua.it academics dean daphne mazzanti daphne.mazzanti@fua.it dept chair david weiss david@divaflorence.it 10

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f_air florence artist in residence and fua school of fine arts the brand-new space for contemporary art in florence art gallery studios for painting sculpture ceramics mixed media and the resident artist living and working quarters are designed as open spaces for our students faculty artists and the community vision ·fuaschooloffineartsprovidesourstudentswiththeopportunitytoexperimentandtoproducechangesin their own life and career through the stimulating environment of our academic structure of florence and of a creative and productive stay in italy · fua school of fine arts seeks an active participation in the cultural life of contemporary florence which is undergoing a positive movement in contemporary art while continuing to emanate the solid inspirational principles and ideas of the historical city ·fuaschooloffineartsaspirestoimmerseourstudioartstudentsinthecreativeprocessofapracticingartist and to create a stimulating artistic environment inside and outside the academic premises ·fuaschooloffineartsencouragesstudentstobereactivetowardstheacademicenvironmentandproposals as well as towards florence s past present and future cultural scene mission · a strong commitment towards the personal and professional growth of its students faculty and artists in residence ·tocreativelyshapethefutureofourstudentsthoughcourses,workshops,andseminars ·aprogressivecenterfortheartsthatisfullydedicatedtoitsstudents,supportsprojectsandideasoftheartistsin residence and gives visibility to those who operate in the fields of visual art performance music and creativity ·tohavethecityofflorenceactasanopenworkshopwherecreativityandideastakeshape.ourstudentsare headed towards this vision and are encouraged to become an active part of its scene ·tocreateanetworkthatconnectsourstudentstothenewevents,centersforcontemporaryarts,curators and young artists emerging in the city · to face the factual world of fine arts today they will learn how to prepare a portfolio how to set up an exhibition and critiques and ultimately how to promote and invest in their art world careers ·togobeyondclassroomlearningbypromotingstudentinteractionwiththeconvergenceofthemulticultural societies and creative presences in the city of florence ·toinviteyoutotakeonthechallengeofthisexperience values ·fuaschooloffineartsisbornoutoftheconvictionthatartisparticipationandsharing,thereforeitencourages resident artists and students to go beyond the books and the assigned task to read the walls the spaces and the italian society densely marked by cultural heritage and history as well a rich contemporary ferment ·fuaschooloffineartsisproudofofferingafriendly,committed,andencouragingfaculty ·fuaschooloffineartsisreadytoinvestinourstudents future contact info via san gallo 45r 50129 firenze +39 055.033.2950 fax +39.055.033.2728 general manager lucia giardino lucia.giardino@fua.it academics dean daphne mazzanti daphne.mazzanti@fua.it academic coordinator lucia giardino 11

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fast fashion and accessory and technology studies are offered in fashion and accessory design communication and marketing vision ·fastsustainsthelocalflorentinetraditionsofstraw,leather,andknitproduction ·fastsustainsourlocaleconomy,usingonlylocalmaterialsandresources ·fastisourpresentandoursustainablefuture ·fastaimstoinspirestudentstofindanewvoiceintheirdesignsandprojectsthroughourprojectof integration into the local florentine culture ·fastissupportedbylocalgreen-mappedsmallbusinessesthatinteractandsharetheirexpertise,culturallore and craftsmanship with our international students ·fast svisiondoesnotseektoevokenorclingtoagloriouspastbutunitestraditionwithtechnologyforthe following purpose preserve local traditions and trade techniques while constructing a contemporary forwardlooking future for the present and coming generations who will continue to create in florence mission · fast was founded in order to bridge the widening gap between design and manual skills in fashion and accessories ·fasthastheobjectiveofintegratingthecurrentculturesinflorence ·toofferstudentsahands-onexperiencethatallowsthemtoacquirearealknowledgeofthematerialsand how to create fashion and explore the concept of beauty based on local resources ·toprovidealaboratoryexperiencewherethefresheyesofstudentsandseasonedexpertiseofinstructorswho come from the artisanal professional and academic fields will result in exciting proposals in the fields of fashion and accessories ·toaddanewperspectivetoflorence slongstandingpositioninfashiondesignandaccessories ·toexploreandimplementenvironmentallyintelligentpracticesintheareasoffashionandaccessoriesintwo ways preserving the local microcosm of traditional techniques and the search for alternative approaches to the production process that produces less environmental waste and damage values · cultural and technical support from local green-mapped small businesses which support our international students by sharing their expertise and cultural lore ·aninternationalteachingstaffwhosebackgroundsincludeprofessionalandacademicexperiencesinthe fashion industry and currently practicing artisans ·cuttingedgeandequippedlabfacilitiesinthecompletelyrenovatedhistoricalpalacepalazzoguicciardini strozzi where students will create hands on assignments including a renaissance ballroom for fashion shows and projects ·achallengingandvariedacademiccurriculumcomposedoflectures,workshops,andlaboratories ·structuredprogramsforstudentswhoaimtowardsprofessionaldevelopmentandfuturecareersintheindustry ·opportunitiesforexposureandintegrationinthelocalcommunitythroughfashionprojects,shows,andevents contact info borgo pinti 21r general manager guilio vinci studioart@fua.it academics dean daphne mazzanti daphne.mazzanti@fua.it academic coordinator valeria lasalvia valeria@fua.it 12

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fua florence university of the arts studies are offered in humanities and liberal arts fine arts art history and global studies vision ·fuaisafineartsandhumanitiesinstitutionthatseekstoredefinethestudyoftheartsbeyondcontemplation ·fuaisapaletteofcommunities,nationalities,projects,andstudiesthatmingleandcolortheculturallandscape of florence with innovative approaches to the arts · fua encourages students to go beyond the surface of florence s artistic glory and live within its canvas amongst the brushes of past and present geniuses and to contribute to the city s heritage with fresh eyes and open minds ·fuastrivestoprovideitsstudentswithanexperiencethatgoesbeyondtherenaissancefacadeofflorence by communicating to them that who we are and what they experience go beyond cultural stereotypes ·fuabelievesthateachstudentshouldgobackhomewithaclearconceptofflorenceanditalythatincludes a profound cultural un derstanding gained from integration with the city its population its art and its culture what they receive from the experience is a life changed and newfound understanding and perspectives that they will carry in their hearts for the rest of their lives mission · fua was founded to promote and renew creative disciplines and the humanities in a city renown for its centuries-old artistic innovation ·toofferchallengingacademicprogramsthatshapeinquisitivemindscapableof ·approachingliberalandstudioartswiththemindsettodeeplyunderstandtheprinciplesofthepast and how they are present in today s context ·transformingtheartsintoinstrumentsthatshapetomorrow sfuture ·contributingtothelocalculturewiththefindings,research,andcreationsdevelopedoverthecourseofstudy ·toprovidetheexcellentprofessionalandacademicfacilitiesinthebeautifulpalazzobombicciguicciardini strozzi which not only provides learning spaces but also enhances and inspire learning potential ·togobeyondclassroomlearningbypromotingstudentinteractionwiththeconvergenceofthemulticultural societies and creative presences in the city of florence values a rich stimulating course offering taught by an international faculty spanning all areas of fine arts liberal arts and studies in the areas of humanities · an academic structure based on lectures workshops seminars and laboratories that promote student learning and creation ·adynamicfacilityhousedinthehistoricpalazzobombicciguicciardinistrozzithatisequallystateoftheartas it is a source of artistic inspiration ·opportunitiesforstudentexposurethroughartshowsandexhibitions,culturalintegrationprojects,andservice learning positions in the art world contact info corso tintori 21 firenze italia 50122 +39.055.033.2727 fax +39.055.033.2728 general manager giulio vinci studioart@fua.it academics dean daphne mazzanti daphne.mazzanti@fua.it academic coordinator simonetta ferrini simonetta.ferrini@fua.it 13

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palazzi affiliations the following international institutions are associated/affiliated with palazzi adelphi university american hospitality academy -philippines antalia cookery and culinary arts academy arkansas state university austin community college california state polytechnic university -pomona central michigan university centro universitario belas artes de sao paulo centro universitario feevale brasil charleston technical college contra costa community college diablo valley college eastern illinois university endicott college fairfield university fairleigh dickinson university fairmont state university farmingdale state university framingham state college fundacao armando alvares penteado-brasil fundacao universidad empresarial siglo 21 ­ argentina grand valley state university indiana state university instituto tecnologico monterrey jacksonville university-iep johnson county community college johnson wales university kenaipeninsulacollege kodiaccollege lake land college matanuska-susitna college milwaukee area technical college matc monroe community college new jersey city university new york city college of technology pace university plato college of higher education politecnico grancolombiano pontificia universidade catolica de minas gerais -puc minas prince william sound community college queens college/cuny robert morris university san josè state university-california seoul mode fashion college south seattle community college southern new hampshire university stony brook university suffolk community college syracuse university tompkins cortland community college transylvania university universidad panamericana universidad s ignacio de loyola universidad tecmilenio universidad veiga de almeida university of alaska anchorage university of central florida university of memphis university of s diego university of south florida university of the philippines washington state university washtenaw community college western connecticut state university 14

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ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability studies are offered in architecture design and restoration vision all arts are contemporary and visionary ·ideasisanacademicinstitutionofferingfocusedstudiesin architecture studies sustainable architecture and design interior and visual design product and luxury design architectural restoration and history of architecture ·ideasislikeanewpiazzainflorence,anopenareawherethedialogueaboutbuildings,spaces,designs and landscapes opens up new horizons in the city · ideas rethinks the concept of place from a cultural and community point of view by using the basis of architectural and design studies in order understand how human value is achieved in physical spaces · ideas interprets the renaissance as it should be discussed in florence not as a relic of the past but a contemporary term for today and tomorrow the school respects the longstanding tradition of italian structural esthetics and functionality while seeking to generate innovative interpretations of architecture and design · ideas philosophy is to enhance and sustain the quality of the human environment through the study of architecture on different scales from design to multifunctional buildings · ideas believes that students with their international backgrounds can have a dynamic impact on their surrounding landscape the environment of florence with its bustling life tourism culture and arts will open up our students to life-changing perspectives and the institution s vision seeks to create a space in which student and city can freely exchange and ultimately change · ideas offers study abroad courses and two professional certificate programs in eco-sustainable and luxury design mission · to provide a educational environment that sustains the practices of design planning and management applied to the fields of architecture sustainability and historical preservation · to redefine and challenge the historical concept of the renaissance through contemporary practices of design architecture and sustainability in a city where the past is an everyday reality ·tobuildaneducationthatdevelopstherelationshipbetweenintellectualgrowthandcreativeactivity · to develop post-studies professional competence through studio-based curriculum research portfolio maturation and independent learning in addition to the regular coursework ·toencouragestudentstobenefitfromamultitudeoflearningexperienceswhetherthroughcontactwiththe rich backgrounds of our faculty interaction with the city and involvement with fellow students and the city s locals these human interactions can deepen the student s relationship with the city and how its structures are lived in/experienced and therefore inspire his or her approach to architectural studies and projects ·toultimatelyshapeindividualswhobecomeapartofthelivinglandscapeinflorencethroughtheiracademic and extracurricular contributions values ·dedicatedstudiesthatcultivatetheintegrationofstudentsintotheconstructedenvironmentofcontemporary landscapes · facilities equipped with state of the art computer and software technology for enhanced approaches to architectural design and planning ·experienced,internationalfacultyofferchallengingacademicexperiencesintheclassroomandinthefield · professional staff available during studio lab sessions that involve students in the hands-on aspect of their studies and provide a space where their research and creativity can flourish · opportunities for enrichment and exposure to the local community through projects shows events and internships contact info via magliabechi 1 firenze 50122 +39.055.244.664 fax +39.055.033.2738 general manager giulio vinci studioart@fua.it academics dean daphne mazzanti daphne.mazzanti@fua.it academic coordinator giulio vinci studioart@fua.it 15

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