Edited by Alice Adams, with contributions from Rosa Benders, Sofija Dudhia, and Kate Krehel A note from the editor: To celebrate the return to Florence of FFE and BDP students, as well as the newly arriving MAPS students, we at the Marist Italy office would like to highlight one aspect of the Florence experience that... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams 1738171800 days hours minutes secondsuntilMarist University! Marist College, led by our renowned President Kevin Weinman, will kick off 2025 with a historic change: a renaming from Marist College to Marist University. The new designation was announced in December, surprising many. The Marist community is excited to elevate our status among other institutes... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams and the Marist Italy Staff Happy holidays, Red Foxes! The Marist Italy office sends its absolute best from Florence, wishing you days of toasty fireplaces, fresh meals, religious fulfillment, time with loved ones, and whatever else your holiday season entails. To all, we hope these holidays are filled with joyful memories shared... Continue Reading →
By Kate Krehel, Sustainability Ambassador "These last few days before winter break is time to throw out your trash – let’s make sure it gets to the right place." Florence is a vibrant city, full of beautiful culture, impeccable cuisine, and brilliant history. The birthplace of the Renaissance seems to have it all - and... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams The academic achievements of our Red Foxes in Italy don’t end after they return to the States; in fact, they often soar. Marist College is proud to honor this year’s set of students who were selected to participate in the competitive Marie and Rupert Tarver Internship Program. The program, geared toward those... Continue Reading →
MPORIO Fall 2024 Gift Guide PARENTS LOVE MARIST ITALY TOO! TOP FIVE MPORIO PRODUCTS FOR MOM AND DAD 1. Red Zip-up Sweatshirt The zip-up hoodie is the perfect way for Mom or Dad to show off their Marist Italy style. Its versatile zip-up design makes it easy to layer over their favorite outfits, perfect for... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams Give thanks with Marist One aspect of getting used to life in a new place is the differences in cultural customs. As international students, leaving our homes behind may also mean leaving behind traditions with which we’ve grown up! Thanksgiving is an American holiday. Not everyone is from the US, but many... Continue Reading →
By Arissa Hendrarto, Physical Wellness Leader When you think about physical wellness, many individuals rush towards sports, competition, and other vigorous physical activities that get your heart pumping and your body breaking a sweat. However, many aspects of physical wellness can be cared for through other outlets that also contribute to your overall physical wellbeing! ... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams Dr. Zion Klos, one of two professors from Poughkeepsie visiting the Florence campus, has worked in Marist College’s Department of Environmental Science and Policy for seven years and is a member of the tenured faculty. He has experience in geology, hydrology, climate science, and climate change impacts, including a year-long sailboat journey... Continue Reading →
By Alice Adams Dr. Campisi is a returning visitor to the Marist Italy campus. Back in Poughkeepsie, he is an Assistant Professor in Marist’s Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. He joined the faculty in 2002, and joined the tenured faculty in 2005. He first taught in the FFE program in the fall 2015 semester,... Continue Reading →
