The University of Calabria, situated in Southern Italy (in Calabria near the town of Cosenza,about 500 km South of Rome), is a public institution established in 1972. The University of Calabria is a medium-sized university with about 36,000 students. Since its very beginning the University of Calabria has clearly set out the strategies for the development of its international dimension. This three credit course (taught in English) provides students the opportunity to learn with other Italian students.  The course is taught by instructors from Italy and other parts of Europe as well as a faculty member from Loyola.