May 20 - June 17, 2025
EXSS 2200 CRN 64440 Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle
3 credits
- New General Education: AIA*, GDC, HAF, PW*, SMT, DP diverse perspectives, IHIP (Study Abroad)
The aim of this summer course is to examine the relationships between exercise, nutrition, and heart disease with emphasis on how the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle influence these factors. As the Mediterranean diet has been associated with lower rates of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, and overall mortality, Italy is the ideal setting in which to teach this course. Through study of epidemiology, Italian food culture, nutrition, and physical activity guidelines, students will develop an understanding of the way in which nutrition and lifestyle influence disease risk and overall health. This program will study the slow food movement and it's role in Italian society.
BIOL 2007 CRN 64441 Botanical Diversity of Italy
3 credits
- New General Education: SI, IHIP (Study Abroad), and AIA
This course explores the fascinating intersection of plants, culture, and society, focusing on agriculture, economic botany, and the role of plants in Italian cuisine and daily life. Students will investigate the uses of recreational, medicinal, and ornamental plants through activities like plant dissections, presentations, and data analysis. As part of a study abroad experience, the class includes field trips to iconic locations such as farms, forests, olive groves, vineyards, gardens, and museums. These immersive experiences offer a deeper understanding of the botanical and cultural heritage of Italy.
Estimated Price: $3,900*
* Price is subject to change
PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Pending financial aid does not cover study abroad payments. Please call Student Accounts for more details at 978.665.4126.
Students should apply to the Center for Italian Culture (CIC) Scholarship in Academic Works in January. Students will find out if they received the scholarship and the amount by the end of January before the first payment in February.
First Payment in February 10: $1,300
Second Payment in March 10: $1,300
Third Payment in April 10: $1,300
Includes airfare, accommodations, insurance, orientations, on the ground transportation, excursions, some meals, and more.
Does not include personal expenses or SGOC undergraduate summer course expenses:
- 3 credits= $981 - One Course
- 6 credits= $1,962 - Both Courses (Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle and Botanical Diversity of Italy)
Students planning to use financial aid for the summer will need to take both courses for 6 credits. Students should speak to their financial aid and academic advisors to see what works best for them.
See Tuition and Fees for more information on the costs of taking a summer class here at Fitchburg State.
Payment due at time of summer registration.
For more information please email inthelp@fitchburgstate.edu or Professor Maldari at mmaldar1@fitchburgstate.edu.
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May - June 2025: Itinerary (subject to change)
| Day | Event |
|---|---|
| Tues. May 20 | Arrive at Logan International Airport no later than 5 p.m. Depart from Boston at 8:05 p.m. on Lufthansa flight LH425. |
| Wed. May 21 | Arrive in Munich at 9:30 a.m. Depart Munich at 11:55 a.m. on Air Dolomiti flight EN8210. Arrive in Verona at 12:55 p.m. Move into apartment-style accommodations. |
| Thurs. May 22 | Orientation |
| Fri. May 23 | Classes from 10-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
| Sat.- Sun. May 24 -35 | Free weekend |
| Mon. May 26 | Classes from 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
| Tues. May 27 | Riva del Garda, Varone Waterfalls and Torbole Beach |
| Wed. May 28 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. |
| Thurs. May 29 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and then cooking class in afternoon |
| Fri. May 30 | La Casara and Bonamini |
| Sat. May 31- Mon. June 2 | Free long weekend |
| Tues. June 3 | Day in Florence with Accademia Tour at 3 p.m. |
| Wed. June 4 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Thurs. June 5 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Fri. June 6 | Day in Padua |
| Sat. June 7-Sun. June 8 | Free weekend |
| Mon. June 9 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Tues. June 10 | Buttapietra with the Spring Waters and Isola della Scala with the Rice Museum |
| Wed. June 11 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Thurs. June 12 | Day in Bolzano with Cable Car to Solprabolzona and trip to the Archeology Museum |
| Fri. June 13 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Sat. June 14-Sun. June 15 | Free weekend |
| Mon. June 16 | Classes from 10 -11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Tues. June 17 | Depart Verona at 2:20 p.m. on flight EN8827. Arrive in Frankfurt at 3:45 p.m. Depart Frankfurt at 5:40 p.m. on flight LH420. Arrive in Boston at 8:10 p.m. |
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