CEA - Rome City Guide
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CEA’s City Guide ROME
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CEA - Rome City Guide
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CEA’s City Guide
ROME
“For about 5 Euro, there is no better place to witness Rome’s history than the Basilica of San Clemente, tucked
into the neighborhood just behind the Colosseum. The site offers a beautiful 12th century church on top of a wonderfully preserved 4th century church, on top
of a 1st century Roman neighborhood! You get to see firsthand the marvel of archaeology and you get to feel
a little bit like Indiana Jones,”
- Stephen Bird, Program Coordinator
“In Rome, you can venture through a few museums and archaeological sites of your choice with a friend
using the Roma Pass Card. It’s great because it is valid for 3 days and includes public transportation! Seeing
the Hellenistic Greek sculpture of The Seated Boxer at the Museo Nazionale Romano was unforgettable…it is
from the 3rd century BCE!”
- Jacquelyn LaMaire, Admissions Counselor
“When visiting Rome I stayed in an amazing hostel called, ‘The Yellow.’ It had the greatest staff and
probably the funkiest decorated interior ever. They offered an informative city tour that I went on while stopping for refreshments along the way. It was a great way to learn Rome’s history and meet other travelers from around the world. Always check with the hostel that you are staying in to find out what
they offer. You never know what you can find!”
- Rachel Bistodeau, Admissions Counselor
“If you want to experience heaven on earth, you MUST indulge in a three-scooper from Old Bridge Gelateria. It doesn’t matter what combination fo
flavors you decide to blend together on your cone or in your bowl, just choose whatever your taste buds are
lusting after. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed,”
- Maggie Zawalski, Content Coordinator
“Having dinner and a glass of wine at one of the outdoor restaurants in Piazza Navona in the evening is an absolute must! It’s a great place to people-watch while listening to the calming sounds of the fontanas (fountains) mixed with the background noise of quick-
paced Italian banter,”
- Leah Breeze, Admissions Counselor
“When you’re in Rome, be sure that when you go to restaurants you stay for hours drinking the wine and talking with the locals. Stop by the little eateries and
local bars on the small roads off the touristy path, they’ll be more welcoming and a lot more entertaining. And if ever you need a good recommendation, ask an Italian,
they’re always willing to give you one!”
- Katie Christianer, Admissions Counselor
“If you’ve been walking around Rome all day, you’ll need a moment to relax. The Spanish Steps are
the perfect site to take a break and have a snack. It’s the best location to sit down, check out your
surroundings and people watch,”
- Blaire MacHarg, Site Specialist
“My number one favorite spot in Rome is the Spanish Steps. As crowded and touristy as they are, they radiate a sense of calmness underneath all the commotion. Pick a spot towards the top of the steps, where you can see just about everything and simply watch. Watch the artists, the shoppers the foodies and watch life being lived. You will be amazed at
everything you can see,”
- Kelley Kruke, Admissions Supervisor
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Colosseum
Pantheon
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Roman Forum
Termini Train Station
Villa Torlonia
University of Rome: La Sapienza
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CEA Global Campus
CEA in Rome
New Featured Courses• The New Testament in the Eternal City & The Catholic Church and
the World Religions - in these two new courses students study
Christianity, the Papacy, world religions, the Scriptures and
religious art in the heart of Rome
•The Jewish Experience in Rome – a new, eye-opening history
course about Rome’s Jewish community, the oldest Jewish
community in Europe. Some classes are held on foot of the
Jewish ghetto and the Great Synagogue of Rome
•All our language courses now run 4 times a week and are worth
4 credits each (instead of previously just 3) – this way students
now get to learn Italian much more quickly and effectively
Most Popular Courses•Renaissance & Baroque Rome: Art & Architecture in the Eternal City –
onsite classes in some of the world’s leading museums, galleries
and churches (including the Vatican) to see firsthand the works
of Michelangelo, Da Vinci and Bernini
•Art & Archaeology of Ancient Rome – onsite classes at sites like the
Forum and the Colosseum help students unlock the triumphs of
ancient Rome and see their modern significance
All About Active Learning• Students enrolled in The Jewish Experience in Rome visit the
city’s great Synagogue and meet with the Rabbi.
•Students taking The Culture of Food and Wine in Italy enjoy
tastings in class, organize their own ‘regional’ dinners for the
other students, keep food journals and travel into the country
to pick grapes with their professor.
Fascinating Faculty•Dr. Gregory Smith, professor of The Culture of Food and Wine
in Italy, has for many years been involved in the Slow Food
movement and research. He is presenting a half-day workshop
at the EAIE Conference in Copenhagen on the benefits
of teaching courses about food and wine to study abroad
students.
City Facts
• Italy’s capital city, Rome lies within the country’s Lazio
region
•Piazza Navona resides on the site of an ancient Roman
chariot racing stadium
•Rome’s Trevi Fountain
stands as the city’s
largest baroque fountain
•More than 900 churches
litter the streets of
Rome
•Constructed in year 80, the Roman Collesseum
possessed the capacity to fit about 50,000 spectators
within its walls
•The city boasts its Spanish Steps as both the longest
and widest set of stairs in Europe
•The Pantheon remains
Rome’s oldest domed
building, constructed in
27 A.D.
•The church of Santa Maria della Concezione houses a
crypt, which is decorated by the bones of over 4,000
Capuchin friars that have passed
Why Study in Rome?• In terms of history, religion, food and wine Rome
outshines many cities
•Fresh and engaging Theology courses
•New student apartments nearer to the school than ever before
