Minor in Italian

The Italian minor welcomes students interested in Italian language and culture, giving them access to the country’s extraordinarily rich tradition as well as the significant professional advantages of being proficient in a world language. In particular, it can open the door to careers in government, international business, fashion and design, the food and automotive industries, and education.

We foster language proficiency, critical thinking, and intercultural fluency both in and out of the classroom. As an Italian minor, you’ll choose from a range of classes, from full-immersion language courses to interdisciplinary explorations of the Italian Renaissance, cinema, and food culture. Your learning will be enriched by a range of experiential learning opportunities: from talks and performance series on campus, to visits to galleries and sites in New England, to faculty-led courses in Italy.

We also encourage you to take advantage of the exciting possibilities offered in partnership with the Office of Global Engagement, from study abroad to international internships. We’re here to assist along the way, helping find the right programs for you, your interests, and goals.

To complete the minor, students must take 6 courses (18 credits) from the following: