ENGLISH VERSION
On March 27th, Francesca Romana Memoli, Director and Founder of Accademia Italiana held an outstanding seminar on the treasures of Southern Italy at the Italian Cultural Institute (IIC) in Chicago. As the guest of IIC, an organization well-known for bringing together intellectuals, artists and culture operatives who love Italy, Dr. Memoli led engaging discussions about the history and culture of the Campania region. The event has been greatly organised by the Italian Cultural Institute in Chicago with the support of the Italian Consulate Education Office and the Italian Trade Commission.
Deputy Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade
Agency in Chicago, Gabriele Barone
Director Accademia Italiana Francesca Romana Memoli
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Dr. Memoli stated, “It’s always wonderful to engage Americans who have a curiosity and love for Italy, its culture and its language. What a tremendous opportunity to be able to share with others the rich history of Salerno and of southern Italy and the work Accademia Italiana does to promote cultural and language programs in the South.”
The presentation ended with the testimonials of one of our past students from the University of Mississippi, Danielle Randall, who spoke about her wonderful time in Salerno and her upcoming internship experience with Accademia Italiana. From those who were already familiar with our work to those we met for the first time, the enthusiasm and love for Italy they expressed was breathtaking. A special thank you goes to the Italian Consul Giuseppe Finocchiaro , the IIC Director Alberta Lai, who hosted and promoted the event, the Deputy Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Agency in Chicago, Gabriele Barone and the Director of Education Office at the Italian Consulate in Chicago, Sandro Corso. And a very special thanks to the entire awesome audience wihich was very engaged and interactive for all the presentation long . Two scholarships have been awarded: one to the teacher Lisa and one to the student Gloria. We wait for you in Salerno soon!
ITALIAN VERSION
Director and Founder of Accademia Italiana Francesca Romana Memoli |
La presentazione è stato un vero e proprio viaggio nella storia, nella gastronomia e nella cultura della Regione Campania. L’evento organizzato dall'Istituto Italiano di cultura si è svolto con il supporto del Consolato Italiano e del suo Ufficio Scolastico e dell’ICE di Chicago, alla presenza del numeroso pubblico di docenti e appassionati dell’Italia che hanno preso parte al seminario.
“E’ sempre un’esperienza fantastica leggere negli occhi degli americani la passione e l’amore per la lingua e cultura italiana” - ha affermato la dott.ssa Memoli - “Anche questo viaggio, come i precedenti, è stata un’esperienza unica che ha dato merito al nostro lavoro di promozione culturale e ha portato alla condivisione della ricca storia di Salerno e del Sud Italia.”
Danielle Randall Accademia Italiana past student from the University of Mississippi |
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