We humans like to move around.  Sometimes we visit new places because we're curious.  Other times we move from one place to another because certain conditions force us to do so.  Whatever the reasons, throughout history we can see so many examples of people moving from one place to another.  When we move, we bring our culture with us and at the same time, we are exposed to new cultures.  It's only natural that things eventually blend together. Recently, we've been posting a lot about our Home 4 The World service-learning

The Iftar celebration that unfolded in Siena at the Oratorio Salesiano La Magione on April 3rd, 2024, was nothing short of remarkable. Words like amazing, extraordinary, and fascinating perfectly encapsulate the experience, yet unexpected and surprising are also appropriate. Our students from U.S. universities such as Siena College, SUNY Geneseo, The Ohio State University, and Eastern University bore witness to one of the most unique intercultural events in our 20-year history as a study abroad program. Engaged in the Service-Learning project, Home 4 The World, SIS students confront the realities that

SIS Intercultural Study Abroad's unique approach to international education centers on Service-Learning.  Over the past 20 years, we have developed and continually refined sustainable Service-Learning projects that engage international students in addressing local issues as part of their educational experience in Siena. The basic foundation of Service-Learning Service-Learning transcends mere volunteering, encompassing a learning cycle that involves in-class academics, planning, field execution, and reflection back in class. From the classroom to the soccer field and back We take great pride in the ongoing progress of our current projects. One of our flagship courses, Interdisciplinary

This year we celebrate our 20 year anniversary.  We've been reflecting on our unique story as an ambitious and creative study abroad program.  Our roots will always be tied to the small town of Siena, Italy.  Thats where it all began and it's where we still offer tons of opportunities. Yet, our ambitions have always been broader. Our relationship with the city of Brussels began when five young students from Siena chose to go to university at the ULB Université Libre De Bruxelles.  Through them, we were able to see the

At SIS, our eyes are always on the future.  Our world is evermore a digital one and we want to be active contributors to a future that can harness digital power for enriching, human endeavors.  Of course, we are experts in foreign language instruction and in intercultural communication, so that's the field where we naturally feel that we can offer plenty of insight. We are proud to share this contribution that features team of international experts including our own Lavinia Bracci and Fiora Biagi.  This is another shining example of how