Overview

Program Description:

(UWG) Italy Program: Rome and Spoleto Session I

Session I explores Rome's history and local communities, focusing on the political and geographic dynamics of tourism. A day trip to Bevagna, a medieval walled town, provides insight into how local politics and geography shape tourism. Open to all students, including Honors College students, this session encourages critical analysis of the cultural, economic, and political impacts of travel on small communities.

Tentative Dates: May 22 - June 13, 2026

For questions, please contact:

Directors:

The Office of Education Abroad: goabroad@westga.edu

Location

Rome and Spoleto, Italy

Emergency Contact Information

Europe's Emergency Number: 112

U.S. Embassy Rome

Via Vittorio Veneto, 121
00187 Rome, Italy
Telephone: +(39) 06-4674-1
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(39) 06-4674-1

If You Need Medical Attention:

  • Contact the U.S. Embassy/Consulate for appropriate medical care assistance
  • Use Emergency Number: +(39) 06-4674-1 or 112

If You're a Victim of Crime:

  • Contact nearest Embassy or Consulate
  • Use Emergency Numbers: +(39) 06-4674-1 or 112

If Arrested:

  • Ask authorities to notify U.S. Embassy/Consulate
  • Consular officers can provide legal assistance list, visit you, and contact family
  • They can transfer necessities from family and assist with prison conditions

Academics

Courses

  • ABAD 4001: Decoding Travel and Tourism
  • ABAD 4002: Geographies of Politics

Costs and Scholarships

Program Cost: $4,870

Payment Schedule:

  • $100.00 Deposit due November 1, 2025
  • Total Program Cost due by February 2, 2026

Guaranteed Scholarship of $935.00! 

Additional Costs:

  • UWG Tuition (paid separately)
  • Touchnet payments include 3% non-refundable fee

Important Notes:

  • Deposit is non-refundable
  • Lack of visa/passport may result in complete loss of program fee

For questions, contact: goabroad@westga.edu