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On-site classes are a hack to seeing Rome even when you may not have the time to go on your own. To start, I’m taking six classes this semester. A full schedule. I would not recommend because you don’t really get a ton of time to venture about the city and balance work and maintain …

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JFRC COVID-19 Preparedness Info Page
Click here for the latest information on the JFRC's COVID-19 preparedness and response plan. Last updated: October 14, 2021
Open House Roma
The JFRC campus was featured in the 2021 edition of the city-wide architecture celebration.
A Lens Towards Social Justice
Award-winning photojournalist Francesco Bellina delivers Human Rights Night keynote address.
A Note from the JFRC Director

A Word from the New Director of the JFRC
New JFRC Director Dr. Todd W. Waller shares a note introducing his vision and plans for the Rome Center.
Update on JFRC and Fall 2021 Study Abroad
Travel abroad to Rome is returning this fall, as students are again welcome to study at the John Felice Rome Center. The Office of Global and Community Engagement is pleased that current students and Rome Start students are able to experience the rich cultural immersion the JFRC has offered students over many generations. Students are encouraged to apply for study abroad at the JFRC for both the fall 2021 and spring 2022 semesters.
Tentative Plans to Reopen in Fall 2021
A message from Dr. D. Scott Hendrickson, S.J., Associate Provost for Global and Community Engagement, about JFRC fall 2021 planning.
JFRC Lead Architect Wins International Architecture Award for Rome Center Expansion
The lead architect of the JFRC’s new residence hall and chapel, Ignazio Lo Manto, receives 2020 “Honorable Mention” in international architecture competition for his recently completed expansion work of the Loyola University Chicago Rome Center campus.
JFRC Inaugurates New Residence Hall and Chapel
Dr. Michael Andrews, JFRC Director, signed the formal papers handing over legal possession of Loyola Rome Center’s new residence hall and chapel.
Former Ambassador Robert J. Callahan Speaks at the JFRC
Former ambassador and JFRC alumnus Robert J. Callahan presented a special lecture on diplomacy and foreign affairs in Professor Claudio Lodici’s Comparative Politics course.
Academic Excellence Celebrated at the End-of-Semester Banquet
JFRC students, faculty, and staff gathered to celebrate academic success, new friendships, and the end of a life-changing semester in Rome.
Sicilian Singer-Songwriter Duo Performs an Exclusive Concert at the JFRC
The JFRC welcomed Mimì Sterrantino and Davide Campisi on campus for a concert featuring Sicilian folk tunes and music from their newly released album, Mircanti.
Celebration of Scholarship Features Academic Work of JFRC Professors
The JFRC community gathered for an event showcasing the scholarly work of JFRC's professors, from documentaries to publications to musical performances.
JFRC Celebrates International Film Week
A variety of films were screened at the JFRC during International Film Week, with the Italian filmmakers in attendance to participate in a discussion about their work.
JFRC's First "Talking Books" Event Presents Local People as Living Stories
JFRC students got the chance to meet nine special guests and talk with them about their life journeys, participating in the "lost art of conversation".
Professor Geoghegan Presents Her Latest Book at the JFRC
JFRC Professor Elizabeth Geoghegan gives a reading of her newest collection of short stories, eightball, followed by a Q&A session.
Dr. Elkins Delivers Keynote Lecture for International Numismatics Conference at the JFRC
Dr. Nathan T. Elkins, a specialist in Greek and Roman art and archaeology, delivered a keynote address entitled "Coins in the City – Coinage as a historical source from Antiquity to the Early Modern Period: the case of Rome".
JFRC Welcomes Fall 2019 Visiting Faculty Scholar Dr. Valente
Dr. Ed Valente, the Visiting Faculty Scholar from the University of Portland, gave two public lectures at the JFRC about faith and science.
Guest Speaker Dr. Bachrach Gives Talk on Emotional Intelligence
Dr. Estanislao Bachrach, expert on creativity, innovation, and change, delivers a talk on emotional intelligence for JFRC students.
Spring 2019 Fine Arts Festival
Check out the photos from our semi-annual Fine Arts Festival, held Friday, April 26th and Monday, April 29th. Students taking theatre, sculpture, creative writing, vocal performance and film classes shared their work with the JFRC community.
Malta, Malta, Malta!: A Complex Beauty
Student Myles Fucci reflects on the duty of recognizing complexity and the global perspectives he gained during the spring 2019 Malta trip.
JFRC Students Read Noteworthy Letters
In a brand-new library event, JFRC students select and read aloud noteworthy letters by Saint Augustine, James Joyce, Mario Puzo, and more.
Spring 2019: Tivoli Day Trip
Saturday, February 9th, SLA Nico and 48 JFRC students took a day trip to the picture-perfect Tivoli, the location of famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Villa D'Este. Photos by student office assistant Tiffany Berryman.PHOTO GALLERY
Cominciamo in Campania!
The JFRC caravan left Rome on Friday, January 25, and headed south to Campania for the weekend. While having the old temples of Paestum in their own backyard for the weekend, students also got the chance to tour Certosa Padula monastery, Vini Marino winery and Tenuta Vannulo buffalo mozzarella farm, as well as enjoy stunning views in the little hillside city of Agropoli. Photos by SLA Ola Wysocki and student office assistant Tiffany Berryman.PHOTO GALLERY
Tastes of Toscana: A Breath of Fresh Air Embodied in a Weekend
26 students, led by SLA Ola, were introduced to the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the beautiful, Italian region of Tuscany. Read student Baylee Corona's thoughts on the trip.
Meet Mireille: Beyond the Crisis, Education in a Refugee Context
The JFRC community welcomed Dr. Mireille Twayigira, a former Rwandan refugee and JRS education advocate, who shared her experiences and highlighted the importance of refugee access to education.
Conquering the Strada
Breathtaking views, a challenging hike, and history combine to make a very different kind of study trip.
Umbria: Quiet Little Towns with Big Stories
The Fall 2018 semester JFRC community traveled to and throughout the region of Umbria on the weekend of September 7-9th. Student Aliana Handal recounts what the busy weekend involved.
Auguri, Dr. Nicholson!
On May 25, 2018, friends, colleagues and members of the JFRC community gathered together to celebrate Dr. John Nicholson, who has been a professor at the John Felice Rome Center for 50 years. Students, colleagues and friends share their congratulations and stories.WATCH VIDEO
Spring 2018: Andiamo in Campania!
Our spring semester kicked off January 10, 2018, welcoming over 180 new students to their new home in Rome. Check out our Facebook album to see what students' first few days in the Eternal City looked like.PHOTO GALLERY
Climate Change and Biodiversity: Lago Trasimeno
This study trip, which took place 7-9 April, 2017 on Lago Trasimeno, offered participants an opportunity to meet with Agency for Environmental Protection (ARPA) experts on the subject, to acquire competence, share experiences, and establish lasting contacts between students and technicians.READ MORE
Malta: Becoming "A Little More Human"
Over the weekend of February 10-12th, eighteen students traveled to the island of Malta to learn about its role in migration and housing refugees from northern, and sub-Saharan Africa. In the words of participant Arianna Vranas, "Truly, it would not be an exaggeration to say that the trip was a life changing one. We were given an opportunity to peer into a life that was completely unlike our own, yet were welcomed with open arms to do so." Click to read the rest of her reflection about the Study Trip. READ MORE