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Facebook’s algorithms and political protest: a new publication by Professor Lorenzo Coretti

In this book, published by Routledge, Coretti (who co-authored the chapter with Daniele Pica) argues that the commercially-driven design of Facebook promotes ‘cycles of depression’ in those movements that adopt social media as means for mobilization and circulation of information.

AUR at Seeds&Chips: The Global Food Innovation Summit in Milan

On May 7 and 8, a delegation from the American University of Rome visited Seeds&Chips: The Global Food Innovation Summit in Milan. Seeds&Chips is dedicated to showcasing national and international talent and cutting-edge solutions from around the world to the problems of the Food System.

Postcards from Atlanta: AUR’s top achievers study abroad at Emory University

EmoryEach semester, a host of U.S. study abroad students arrive at AUR’s beautiful Rome campus to experience Italian culture and enrich their studies.

Architecture and the Literary Imagination

Organised by Fabio Barry & Paul Gwynne for The American University of Rome and supported by Ordine Degli Architetti Pianificatori Paesaggisti e Conservatori di Roma e Provincia.

6 Nov 2025, 9:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 4
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Before Venice - After Venice. A conversation with writer Andrea Di Robilant

Please join us for an evening of conversation with writer Andrea di Robilant, AUR's Writer-in-Residence, who will discuss his current project that explores the many layers of the Venetian Lagoon.

10 Nov 2025, 19:00
Via Michelangelo Caetani, 32
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The Duties and Activities of the Carabinieri Command for the Protection of Cultural Heritage (TPC)

A concise overview of the TPC’s mission and operations to protect cultural heritage, with case studies and Q&A. 

 

18 Nov 2025, 19:00
Viale Trenta Aprile, 6
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Gabriel Wistisen: From Rome to Global Learning. The AUR Alumni Lecture Series - Fall 2025

Gabriel Wistisen is a Learning & Development Strategist whose career has spanned Italy, the Netherlands, and the U.S., reflecting his passion for international collaborati

19 Nov 2025, 19:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 16
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Heritage in Action: Inside PGS Heritage’s Fieldwork

Join us for a fast-paced look at how PGS Heritage blends independent consultancy with boots-on-the-ground practice - from Heritage Impact Assessments and GPR surveys to locating unmarked burials, to respectful relocation protocols, and the management of archaeological and built heritage for devel

24 Feb 2026, 19:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 16
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Fifth Edition of the Journal of Italian Cinema & Media Studies International Conference

Call for Papers

Exploring the Landscape of Cinema and Media Studies in Italy Past and Present, Approaches and Issues

Fifth Edition of the Journal of Italian Cinema & Media Studies International Conference

In Person ONLY

11 Jun 2026, 9:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 4
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