Monthly Archives: May 2013

Italian Salumi in the USA!

Posted on May 16, 2013 by briansandberg

Italian salumi are finally coming to the United States! Americans who have lived in Italy will be salivating, since the USDA is finally lifting its ban on cured meats from some regions of Italy. “Starting May 28, a four-decades-old ban … Continue reading →

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Salafis and Religious Activism in Egypt

Posted on May 16, 2013 by briansandberg

Salafis are increasingly active in Egyptian politics and society. The ongoing Egyptian Revolution has opened political space for many previously suppressed and marginalized groups to engage in religious and political activism. Although the label Arab Spring is still being used … Continue reading →

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Of Cannibalism and Civil Warfare

Posted on May 15, 2013 by briansandberg

A newly released video allegedly shows a Syrian rebel commander mutilating a dead soldier’s body, removing internal organs, and biting into them. This shocking video reveals the horrors of sectarian violence and civil warfare in Syria, where atrocities have apparently … Continue reading →

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Thinking Deeply about MOOCs

Posted on May 14, 2013 by briansandberg

Once again, technology is being hailed as the solution to all our problems. Entrepreneurs of internet companies—like the advocates of radio and television before them—are touting the transformative potential of technology to educate the masses. Many politicians and pundits are … Continue reading →

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Renaissance Martyrs Canonized

Posted on May 12, 2013 by briansandberg

Pope Francis has canonized the 800 Martyrs of Otranto, who were supposedly executed by Ottoman forces after the southern Italian town of Otranto surrendered in 1480. Otranto was caught up in maritime and naval conflicts during the Renaissance, as the … Continue reading →

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Study Abroad Programs for Low-Income Students

Posted on May 9, 2013 by briansandberg

Colleges and universities provide financial aid to assist low-income students in participating in study abroad programs. My own university offers scholarships and financial aid packages to support students who enroll in study abroad programs. Augustana College, a liberal arts college … Continue reading →

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Study Abroad Teaching in Florence

Posted on May 8, 2013 by briansandberg

Thousands of American students study in Florence, Italy, each year at more than 40 major study abroad programs and many other smaller programs. One of the largest and most prestigious American programs in Florence is New York University’s program, based … Continue reading →

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The Dark Side of The Digital

Posted on May 8, 2013 by briansandberg

The Center for 21st Century Studies at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee hosted a conference last week on “The Dark Side of the Digital.” Richard Gusin, Director of the Center for 21st Century Studies, organized the conference.  According to … Continue reading →

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Restoring Traghetti in Venice

Posted on May 7, 2013 by briansandberg

Venice is best experienced by boat, but rides on tourist gondolas are very expensive. The Traditional Boat Museum of Venice is working on restoring the everyday traghetti, simply gondolas that were typically used by ordinary Venetian commuters. NPR reports on … Continue reading →

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Giulio Andreotti has Died

Posted on May 6, 2013 by briansandberg

Giulio Andreotti, one of the most powerful politicians in Italy following the Second World War, has died. Andreotti headed the Italian government as Presidente del Consiglio (Prime Minister) seven times and acted as minister in many other governments throughout the … Continue reading →

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