New York University’s program in Italian attracts
excellent students with diversified undergraduate training. The
department has more than thirty students in the various programs
and fields. The academic needs of
individual students are met through regular advising and close work with
members of the faculty. The aim is to provide a meaningfully adjusted
program in light of the different individual interests and strengths
that graduate students bring to the department.
Teaching is an integral part of graduate education in
Italian studies. All Ph.D. and some M.A. students teach language and
culture courses in the undergraduate program. Graduate students also are
often offered the possibility of teaching in the summer program both
in New York and in Florence. Student involvement in the program
includes the Graduate Students’ Association which sponsors
departmental as well as interdisciplinary colloquia, parties, and
meetings on professional matters such as placement and publication.
The department and New York University’s Office of
Career Planning and Placement work closely with students in exploring
career directions and in locating suitable positions. Graduates
regularly have found teaching posts at colleges and universities as well
as jobs in the public and private sectors.
