ITAL 398 - The Italian Food Experience from the Renaissance to Today
In this interdisciplinary culture course taught in English, we will explore the history and development of foodways and the history of food culture in Italy from the Renaissance to today. The course will travel from Rome (in the Lazio region) to and agritourism (working farm) outside of Siena, and then to Florence (in Tuscany) with special interest focusing on regional differences within Italy and the history behind these differences. All courses are taught in English, and there is no language requirement. All majors are welcome to participate.
Title: ITAL 398
Credit: Three hours of undergraduate credit are granted by the University of South Carolina. Students may register under either ITAL398. This course can be used towards major (e.g. International Business or Global Studies), minor and general requirements. All courses are taught in English, and there is no language requirement. All majors are welcome to participate.
Faculty: Two faculty members from the University of South Carolina will teach the course and will be in residence. SAI coordinators will also be onsite to oversee the program and to ensure participants' general well-being.
INSTRUCTIONAL FORMAT: Lectures will be complemented by archeological site visits, museums, tastings and/or visits to local farms, cheese producers, or restaurants in Rome, Tuscany, and Florence.
Dates: Maymester 2027 (May 25-June 8, 2027)
Housing: Students will be staying in 3-star hotel accommodations in Rome and Florence as well as in an agritourism in Tuscany.
Apply: Please fill out our internal application. Early deadline Nov. 15th.
Deposit: Information about deposit and payment deadlines will be sent to accepted students. Total approximate cost per student: $4500