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Welcome to the podcast page of The American University of Rome (AUR).

AUR is the oldest American degree granting institution in Rome and occupies a beautiful campus atop the Gianicolo (Rome's largest hill) overlooking the River Tiber and the popular Trastevere area of Rome.

Our university is home to students from over 50 countries who come here to study for their U.S. accredited undergraduate or graduate degrees.

Our podcast series reflects the broad scope of subjects and personalities that make this institution unique - we hope that you find something both enjoyable and stimulating as you browse through the interviews, shows and ephemera. 

 

Oct 26, 2018

It may never have occurred to you to take any interest in Latin epic poetry but do not skip this episode thinking it will not interest you - this is a tale of brutality and redemption and is explained in fascinating detail by Professor Gwynne.

And there's some discussion of daffodils...

In 1583 five Jesuit brothers set...


May 10, 2018

The Balkans, in particular the turbulent ex-Yugoslav territory, have been among the most important world regions in Noam Chomsky’s political reflections and activism for decades. His articles, public talks, and correspondence have provided a critical voice on political and social issues crucial not only to the region...


May 9, 2018

Former Museum Directors Richard Hodges (University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and currently President of The American University of Rome) and Tom Campbell (New York Metropolitan Museum of Art) in conversation about the challenges of running a museum in the age of technology & social media.

As...


May 8, 2018

President Richard Hodges talks to Peter Gould about his new book, Empowering Communities through Archaeology and Heritage.

Peter Gould,  M.A. Sustainable Cultural Heritage and M.A. Arts Management, seeks to identify the success factors associated with economic development projects within communities adjacent...


May 4, 2018

AUR honored the memory of its late Professor, James Walston, with a lecture by AUR Visiting Professor of Political Theory in the International Relations and Global Politics Program, Dr. Matt Qvortrup: "The Rise (and Fall) of Demagogues".

Before the lecture, President Richard Hodges sat down to talk to Dr. Qvortrup. The...