May 28 – June 23, 2012 in Florence
(Advance preparation before Florence arrival is required involving reading May 14-27)
Facilities
The Florence Institute is held at the Florence campus of Syracuse University. A short 15-20 minute walk from the Duomo, the center of that campus is the Villa Rossa at 15 Piazza Girolamo Savonarola.
Orientation
Please plan to attend the orientation on Monday, May 28, at 3 p.m. at the Villa Rossa. Classes begin on Tuesday, May 29 at 9:00 a.m.
Touring
Florence brings together a rich history with the present. Beginning in the 14th century, notable artists, writers, philosophers and architects flocked to this capital of Tuscany to create the Renaissance. Today Florence is not only a modern city where Italian designers continue this spirit of artistic innovation, but also the home to artwork, sculptures and architectural marvels from masters such as Botticelli, Donatello, da Vinci and Michelangelo.
Legal Activities
The Florence Institute will organize visits of legal interest to help introduce the Italian legal system. Informal talks will be held with judges, practitioners and faculty members. Participants will be introduced to the grandeur of both Florentine art and Tuscan cuisine.
Last Year's Enrollment
Last summer 46 students participated.
Guarantee
USD guarantees that the Florence Institute will be held subject only to minor adjustments due to emergencies or subject to force majeure. USD has never cancelled an advertised Institute.
