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Essential Italian for Travelers in the Land of La Dolce Vita!

Dates:October 29 - December 10, 2021
Meets:F from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Cost: $50.00

Sorry, we are no longer accepting registrations for this course. Please contact our office to find out if it will be rescheduled, or if alternative classes are available.

Italy, though being one of the most travelled countries in the world, hosts comparatively few fluent English speakers as those in other popular European destinations. This course will linguistically and culturally equip students in essential Italian for travel, from understanding directions, to reading a menu, to successfully securing assistance in the event of a mishap.

While learning elemental communication, this course will also enlighten students on key customs and practices of Italy from traditional holidays, to amenities for tourists, and social decorum. No matter how long or short your stay in Italy, this course is sure to provide an engaging perspective on the Italian language and its peoples who are known for living "la dolce vita!" Do not miss this spirited and delightful course.

Fee: $50.00
Hours:9.00

Konstantin Wertelecki

Konstantin Wertelecki is a history instructor at Springhill College, but he has enjoyed Italian life and culture throughout his higher educational pursuits. After receiving a B.A in History from Springhill (with minors in French and Theatre), he traveled to the University of Cambridge in England where he earned his M.Phil in 2014. His masters thesis led him to Italy, where he conducted research on "Britishers in Italy 1919-1945." Following that, he was enrolled in the doctoral program at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland from 2015-2020. During this time he received the Erasmus Scholarship (2017), enabling his return to Florence where he spent six months conducting research through the European University Institute. Konstantin has since co-organized a student group to attend the Association for the Study of Modern Italy at the University of Milan. Having a propensity for language acquisition, he is fluent in French and Italian.
Date Day Time Location
10/29/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104
11/05/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104
11/12/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104
11/19/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104
12/03/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104
12/10/2021Friday1 PM to 2:30 PM USA - Alpha East Extension 104