University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
Exploring Italian Culture Through Diverse Academic Lenses
Amid the growing interest in Italian culture and studies, students pursuing Marist's Italian program can enhance their knowledge and language skills by integrating their major or minor with fields like business, communications, education, and political science through interdisciplinary coursework.
Dr. Maureen Melita is an award-winning scholar and Senior Lecturer of Italian. With vast experience and a diverse knowledge of foreign languages, she also has numerous prestigious affiliations including the American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI), the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), and the New York State Association of Foreign Language Teachers (NYSAFLT) to name a few. Her areas of interest include Italian Theatre, Italian Cinema, Women’s Studies and Language Learning in Students with Disabilities.
The Italian program works closely with Marist Abroad to provide global experiences that help students develop linguistic fluency and gain experience negotiating cultural differences. Ranked #1 nationally for Study Abroad, Marist students are encouraged to take advantage of more than 75 program offerings. While abroad, students will immerse themselves in Italian, develop cross-cultural communication skills, and expand in both professional and personal development.
The Weiss Language Center is an integral part of our World Languages and Cultures department, directly supporting students in the research and development of language. It serves as a place for students to collaborate, innovate, and problem-solve. The Center is directed by Dr. Kevin Gaugler and is staffed by talented students who are trained in instructional technologies for the language arts. Students of the World Languages and Cultures Department can utilize the Weiss Language Center as a resource to support their academic studies throughout their collegiate journey.
Marist’s liberal arts curriculum is so unique because of our academic triangle approach: We encourage students to complement their major with an additional major, minor, or supplementary coursework, as well as internship and research experience to round out their educational career. This trifecta enhances students' academics, opening up a wide range of career opportunities after they graduate. Here are some examples of how Marist students have been successful with this method:
At Marist, we pride ourselves on our dedication to providing our students with a well-rounded liberal arts education that prepares them for practical experience and profound success in their field. But don't just take our word for it - the numbers speak for themselves.
*As reported by U.S. News and World Report.
