Professor Luciana Rossi, a native of Florence, brings over two decades of teaching experience in Italian language, literature, and cultural studies to the Online & On-Campus Italian School. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Bologna, Luciana’s research focuses on Renaissance poetry and contemporary Italian dialects.
At the School, she leads both the on-campus immersion program and the virtual advanced-level seminars. Her approach emphasizes interactive dialogues, blending classical texts with modern multimedia tools.
- Born and raised in Florence, she earned her doctorate in 2002 specializing in Petrarch and Dante studies.
- Worked as a visiting lecturer at universities in the U.S., Brazil, and Japan.
- Developed the school’s virtual dialect workshop, helping students explore regional linguistic diversity.
- Passionate about connecting students with Italy’s literary heritage through guided reading of original manuscripts and virtual tours.
Students praise her for making even the most complex texts accessible, whether online or in classroom settings. Through her ongoing work, Professor Rossi exemplifies the mission of the Online & On-Campus Italian School: fostering deep cultural understanding through dynamic teaching.
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