What Is SIS?

An essential factor in Siena Italian Studies successful full-immersion is the active participation of Italian students from the University of Siena in many Siena Italian Studies program activities. One of the most significant recent developments at SIS has been the creation of an intercultural path dedicated to Italian students. Those students from the University of Siena that decide to participate are assigned a language partner from the SIS program, are offered free English and Spanish language courses and are encouraged to participate alongside the program participants in service-learning activities organized by SIS. Students that participate consistently and with enthusiasm are offered scholarships to continue their intercultural experience through study abroad at universities in Latin America and Asia.