Rome Orientation Handbook 2013 FINAL

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V ILLANOVA -U NIVERSITY OF S T . T HOMASR OME S UMMER L AW P ROGRAM

June 24-August 1, 2013

John Cabot University Rome, Italy

www.law.villanova.edu/rome http://www.stthomas.edu/law/academics/Studyabroad/default.html
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TABLE OFCONTENTS

W ELCOME L ETTER ......................................................................................................................... 4

P ROGRAM D ESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................ 5 Academic Program ................................................................................................................................................... 5Eligibility ...........................................................................................................................................5

IMPORTANT D ATES ........................................................................................................................ 6

What to Do Before You Arrive in Rome ..7

Money Matters .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

H OUSING . .................................................................................................................................... 10

JCU C AMPUS F ACILITIES AND SERVICES ........................................................................................ 12Location and Contact Information ....................................................................................................................... 12General Campus Information ..........................................................................................................12The Frohring Library .............................................................................................................................................. 12Computer Labs ............................................... ................................................... ...............................13Health Services ........................................................................................................................................................ 13

I NTERNATIONAL STUDENT C ARDS ................................................................................................ 14

TRAVEL N ECESSITIES .................................................................................................................... 14Safety ....................................................................................................................................................................... 14Time Zones .......................................................................................................................................15Luggage .................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Attire........................................................................................................................................................................ 15Pharmacies .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

TRAVEL I NFORMATION ................................................................................................................. 16 Airline Information ................................................................................................................................................ 16Train Information ............................................................................................................................16

H OSTEL AND H OTEL I NFORMATION .............................................................................................. 19 Websites .................................................................................................................................................................. 19 What to Look For ................................................... .................................................... ......................19 What to Avoid ........................................................................................................................................................ 19

IM H ERE , N OW W HAT ? ............................................................................................................... 20Getting Around Town............................................................................................................................................ 20Cultural Attractions .........................................................................................................................21

Food ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22Markets .................................................................................................................................................................... 22

U SEFUL ITALIAN P HRASES ............................................................................................................ 23

IMPORTANT P HONE N UMBERS ...................................................................................................... 24

FREQUENTLY A SKED Q UESTIONS .................................................................................................. 25


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June 2013

Dear Students,

Welcome to the seventh annual VLS-UST Law Summer Study Abroad Program in Rome, Italy!

We are excited that you have decided to participate in the Rome summer program, and hope that you will find your experience in Rome to be unforgettable. The summer program offers you a choice of comparative and international law courses and courses that reflect the Catholic tradition of our law

schools, as well as incomparable cultural, historical, recreational and culinary experiences. We are allcommitted to bringing you an outstanding experience.

This orientation book is designed to provide you with an overview of the program, process,procedures, events and other helpful information. Although we have included a good deal of information in this book, you will learn more about your summer study abroad on June 24 at ourscheduled orientation in Rome, Italy at John Cabot University.

We hope that your summer experience will enhance your journey through law school and that you willleave with wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. We also hope and believe that your experiencein Rome will leave you with knowledge and inspiration to guide you in your legal careers.

Sincerely,

T. Keith Fogg Professor T. Keith Fogg, Villanova University School of Law, Onsite Program Director

Diane Penneys Edelman Professor Diane Penneys Edelman, Villanova University School of Law, Program Director

Cari L. Haaland Assistant Dean Cari L. Haaland, University of St. Thomas School of Law


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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The University of St. Thomas School of Law and Villanova University School of Law are pleased toannounce their seventh annual Summer Law Study Abroad Program in Rome, Italy. The Program willallow you to earn up to six (6) semester hours of credit while enjoying the incredible historical,cultural, religious and culinary experiences that Rome offers. The Program will take place fromMonday, June 24 through Thursday, August 1, 2012, and has been approved by the American Bar

Association.

Academic Program

The academic offerings of the Villanova St. Thomas program are unique in that both mission andcomparative and international law courses will typically be offered. Regardless of whether missioncourses are offered in a particular year, many opportunities related to the schools missions will bepresented. Each year, professors from both Villanova and St. Thomas teach in the program. Studentsenroll in two courses, and earn three credits per course. Performance in all courses is assessed by examination and class participation, and other assignments, as determined individually by theprofessors.

The best news is unlike grades in study abroad courses offered by other law schools grades fromcourses taken in the Villanova St. Thomas Rome program will calculate into your GPA if you are a

Villanova or St. Thomas student. 1 Given the anticipated small c lass size and that youll be enrolled inonly two courses, you have the opportunity to enhance your GPA with your summer studies throughthis program.

Eligibility

Students in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent law school abroad who havecompleted one full year of full- or part-time study may be admitted into the Program, as space permits.

1 Students at other institutions must check with their schools regarding the transfer of credits and grades.


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IMPORTANT DATES -- 2013*

Monday, June 24 Move into apartmentsOrientation at Residence and John Cabot University in afternoon

Tuesday, June 25 First day of class

Wednesday, June 26 Papal Audience

Saturday, June 29-30 Weekend Program Trip to Assisi

Thursday, July 4 Holiday (No Classes)

Friday, July 5 No Classes



Friday, July 26 Last Day of Classes

Monday, July 29 Reading Day

Tuesday, July 30 Exam for 2 p.m. classes Time(s) to be scheduled

Wednesday, July 31 Reading Day

Thursday, August 1 Exam for 4 p.m. classes Time(s) to be scheduled

Saturday, August 3 Move out of Apartments

*Check email and Blackboard frequently for updates


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W HAT TO DO BEFOREYOU ARRIVE INROME

Contact your bank.o Verify that you can use your credit cards, debit cards, etc. in Europe.o Tell your bank that you will be traveling in Europe so that it doesnt suspend your

credit and debit cards for suspicious charges. o Find out whether you may be able to make ATM withdrawals without service charges,

and if so, at which Italian banks. Obtain your Italian cell phone or arrange to pick it up at Orientation. If you plan to bring an addition cell phone to Rome, arrange for the type of service, data usage,

etc. that youd like to have while travelling. Make copies of passports, credit card information, etc., and give the copies to someone at

home in case of emergency. Complete and submit all paperwork required by the Program. Provide your Rome arrival information to the Program Director. Talk to others who have studied abroad. Plan ahead some expenses may be due before loans come in. Find out who may be arriving in Rome when you do so that you can share a ride or travel

together to John Cabot University. Review websites about Rome. Figure out how to get to John Cabot JCUs Gianicolo

Residence to move in on the morning that Orientation takes place. Listen to Italian language CDs. Bring a phrasebook and/or dictionary along. Check out: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/rome Contact Professor Diane Edelman or Assistant Dean Cari Haaland if you have any questions.
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M ONEY M ATTERS

1) What to do before you leave

a. Apply for student loans.

b. Talk with the financial aid office at your school.

i. For St. Thomas: Chad Nosbusch, Associate Director of Financial Aid

([email protected] ) (651.962.4051 or 1.800.328.6819 x 2-4051)ii. For Villanova: Felicia Hamilton, Assistant Director for Financial Aid

([email protected] ) (610-519-7569)

iii. For non-UST/non-VLS st udents: Contact your schools Financial Aid office,

which will work with Villanovas Financial Aid office to process your

application

c. Talk with your bank

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Make sure that your ATM card will work in Europe.ii. Notify your bank of the dates that you will be in Italy.

iii. Have a back-up card.

d. Know how to contact your bank while in Europe.
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e. Go to your bank or currency exchange and obtain about $100 in Euros to take with

you. Alternatively, obtain euros from the ATM at the airport of your arrival. A good

website to check the exchange rate is http://www.xe.com .

2) What to do once you are in Italy:

a. Get more Euros.b. Locate the ATMs (Bancomats) that are most convenient to your apartment and the

JCU campus.

c. Banks are open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. /2:30p.m. 3:30 p.m.

d. Look for banca, banco, istituto bancario, casa di risparmio.
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HOUSING

During summer 2013, most students will be housed in apartments in the John Cabots exceptional Gianicolo Residence, a newly renovated historic building obtained by the University in 2010. Located ashort walk from John Cabots two campuses, the residence is equipped with air conditioning*, wireless

internet service, 24/7 security, and good cell phone reception. One set of linens is provided, and eachapartment has a washing machine. Kitchens are equipped with cook top, oven, microwave andrefrigerator. Various sized apartments are available. All John Cabot-arranged apartments are non-smoking.

The mailing address of the Gianicolo Residence is:

John Cabot University Gianicolo ResidenceVicolo della Penitenza 2600165 Roma

Packages can be shipped to the Residence, but only through couriers that are willing and ableto deliver by appointment . Packages will not be accepted on behalf of residents who are notpresent at the time of delivery.

Move-in date: Monday, June 24, 2013, starting at 9 a.m.Move-out date: Saturday, August 3,2013, time to be determined

* Please note that regulated air conditioning is included in the rental price, but greater consumption will incur

Please be mindful that local regulations prohibit noise in apartment buildings after 11:00 p.m. or finesmay result. In addit ion, remember that you are ambassadors for your schools and for the USA, so

make us proud with your behavior.

Also, note that JCU has a no overnight guest policy after 11:30 pm for visitors from outside of theresidence. However, JCU has kindly offered to waive this policy for students in this program,provided that students comply with the policies and procedures set forth in the Guest Registry and

Acknowledgment Form sent to all students on June 7, 2013.
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JCU CAMPUS FACILITIES ANDSERVICES

Location and Contact Information:

Guarini Campus Via della Lungara, 23300165 Rome, Italy Telephone: +39-06-6819121Fax: +39-06-683 2088

Tiber CampusLungotevere Raffaello Sanzio 1200153 Rome, Italy +39-06-681-91287

General Campus Information:

JCUs urban campus is located in the neighborhood of Trastevere the Transtiber of the ancientRomans. The main facility is the Guarini Campus, named in honor of JCU Trustee and generousdonor, the Honorable Frank J. Guarini. This building is in the same complex as Italy's four hundred

year old National Academy of Sciences, whose most famous member was Galileo. The University recently acquired a new building on the banks of the Tiber River, just four minutes walking distancefrom the main campus. With the Tiber Campus, the University has tripled its space and has thus beenable to expand its academic programs and offer an even wider range of services to students. Thebuilding has undergone complete renovations with a view to reinforcing the sense of community thatexists at JCU. In addition to modern classrooms and computer laboratories, the space features acafe/commons area, a winter garden, and a student lounge.

Classes will be held at the Tiber Campus building, which has a cafeteria that will be open during theprogram. There are computer labs in both the Tiber and Guarini buildings.

The Trastevere neighborhood is characterized by narrow, winding, cobbled streets, it is full of smalltrattorie, restaurants, clubs and coffee bars. This is a popular destination for students and youngprofessionals, so it is crowded and vibrant in the evenings.

The Frohring Library (Guarini Campus)

The Library has four study rooms, a multimedia lab and a media room where students with personallaptop computers can access a wide range of research tools and resources.

The Library's current collection of 25,000 items includes monographs, hard-copy journals, newspapers, videos, DVDs and CD-ROMs. Its electronic resource collection, available via the Library portalthroughout campus, consists of a growing number of online databases


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Computer Labs

The three computer laboratories and the new multimedia laboratory provide a central point forstudents to work on computer science projects, prepare business presentations, write compositionsand papers, check and send e-mail, and surf the Web.

The labs contain more than eighty personal computers equipped with the latest software, as well asblack and white and color high-speed laser printers and scanners. In one of the main labs all thecomputers have writable DVD-ROM drives installed.

There are three computer labs and one multimedia lab at John Cabot University, housing a total of more than eighty computers. The Chapel Lab is located just inside the main entrance, behind thestudent lounge. The Secchia Lab is located on the ground floor of the Kushlan Wing (across theLemon Tree Courtyard). The Kushlan Lab is located on the second floor of the Kushlan Wing andcan be accessed using the staircase from the Lemon Tree Courtyard. The multimedia lab is located inthe library.

Health ServicesDoctors Visits

Student Services can assist you in making an appointment with an English-speakingdoctor. Doctors do not accept overseas payments from insurance companies andstudents will be asked to pay up-front for the visit. Doctors will provide students withreceipts/invoices in order to be reimbursed by their insurance company back home.For more information see,http://www.johncabot.edu/Student_Affairs/Student_Services_Health.aspx

Hospitals: Salvator Mundi International Hospital Viale Delle Mura Gianicolensi 6706 588 961

Ospedale FatebenefratelliIsola Tiberina: past the Garibaldi Bridge06 683 71

Ospedale S. CamilloCirconvallazione Gianicolense 7206 587 01
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INTERNATIONALSTUDENT CARD

The Program will obtain Cultural Insurance Services International Cards for all students andprofessors participating in the Program. For details regarding this card, see

www.culturalinsurance.com .

You may also want to obtain the International Student Identity Card, a popular student discountcard. See www.myisic.com for more information about this card.

Receive substantial discounts on flights, bus, train and ferry fares; entrance fees tomuseums and cultural sites; entertainment and sports events, hostels, hotels,restaurants, and bars.

Most important: Access to a free 24 hour, multilingual emergency help line. Health and emergency coverage: http://www.myisic.com/Travel/Insurance.html

TRAVELNECESSITIES

1) Safety a. Emergency Contact Numbers in Rome

i. To call from Italy: 348 08 09 357ii. To call from U.S.: 011 +39 348 08 09 357

b. U.S. Embassy Numbers in Romei. 011+ (39) 06.4674.224

ii. Switchboard: (39) 06.46741iii. Email: [email protected] iv. Address: via Vittorio Veneto 121, 00187 Roma

c. Travel warnings: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1146.html d. Police: (when in Italy) 113e. Fire: (when in Italy) 115

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Ambulance: (when in Italy) 118g. Common sense:i. Be alert! Watch for pickpockets on buses and metros.

ii. Keep valuables in your front pockets or use security pouch.iii. Carry only a copy of your passport with you when not traveling.iv. Make extra copies of your passport and keep it in your suitcase. v. Femalesdont go out alone at night .

vi. Just be aware of your surroundings!
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2) Time Zones:

Rome is 8 hours ahead of California, 7 hours ahead of Minneapolis and 6 hours aheadof Philadelphia. See www.timeanddate.com/worldclock .

3) Luggage:a. Check with your airline to see how many bags you can check and what the weight

limits are for each bag.b. It might be a good idea to buy collapsible bag so you can purchase gifts, etc.c. If you plan to travel a lot, consider bringing a backpack.d. If you plan to travel within Europe by plane, please note that local airlines may have

stricter baggage requirements than major international airlines. Check before you fly to avoid excess charges or difficulty transporting your belongings.

4) Attirea. Generally, be modest.b. If visiting churches or other places of worship, shoulders should be covered, no shorts

or skirts above the knee.c. Rome can be very hot this time of year and very cold. Bring the appropriate items to

layer your clothing.d. Walking is the preferred method of transportation, so bring comfortable shoes.

5) Pharmacies:a. Look for green plus (+) symbols.b. You can get everything from blister aids to aspirin to

bug spray.c. English Speaking Pharmacy:

International Pharmacy Piazza Barberini 06 48 25 456

d. 24 hour Pharmacies:i. Farmacia internazionale

Piazza Barberini 4906 482 5456

ii. Farmacia della StazionePiazza cinquecento 51 (by termini)06 488 0019
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TRAVELINFORMATION

1) Airline Information:a. Alitalia: 06 65 641; www.alitalia.com b. US Airways: 848-813-177 www.usairways.com c. Delta: 800-477-999; www.delta.com d. Fiumicino Airport (also known as Leonardo da Vinci Airport); 06 659 51e. Ciampino Airport

i. Less common airlinesii. Commuter flights

2) Train Informationa. Tickets can be purchased at:

i. http://www.trenitalia.com/cms/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=ad1ce14114bc9110Vgn VCM10000080a3e90aRCRD

Or at Termini Train Stationii. Eurostar trains have mandatory seat reservations

iii. iv. Reading the Eurostar ticket v. We will look at each part of this ticket to fully understand what the ticket is for.

vi. Departure and Arrival Stations1. Top left, in the center square, you can read the number of reserved seats

(Posti/Places 04), the train category (prezzo Eurostar), and the departureand arrival stations (Napoli Centrale / Roma Termini).
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TRAVELING INITALY

Great Places to Visit from Rome: Florence Venice Naples Capri Torino Cinque Terre

Pompeii Amalfi Coast Verona Sienna Bologna Sicily


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HOSTEL ANDHOTELINFORMATION

Websites: www.hostelworld.com

www.hostelbookers.com www.hostelseurope.com

What To Look For: Some of the websites have rating systems; read the reviews! Make sure to figure out the location of the hostel in relation to locations of where you

want to go in town. Check out the bathroom situation. If you want your own, you need to book it. Tell your family and friends where you will be staying.

What to Avoid: Dont travel alone . If you decide to stay in a hostel room with multiple people or strangers, make sure that

your valuables are locked away.
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IM HERE; NOW W HAT?

Getting Around Town

1. Walkinga. Walking is one of the best ways to get around Rome. It is always helpful to have a

map with you. You can buy maps in tourist and newspaper stands.b. Bring comfortable shoes.

2. The Metroa. The M etro is Romes subway; the stations are recognized by a red M logo.

i. Linea A: Runs East-Westii. Linea B: Runs North-South

iii. The lines intersect at Termini (the largest train station in Rome).iv. Runs every day from 5:30 a.m. 9:30 p.m. and until 11:30 p.m. 12:30 a.m.

on Saturdays.b. Tickets:i. They are the same on all the transportation, but must be bought in

advance.ii. Tickets are available in all metro stations, tabacchi (stores marked with a

T), and newspaper shops and machines located at the major bus stops.iii. Cost:

1. A common ticket (lasts 75 minutes, but good for only one metroride): 1

2. A ll day pass: 4 3. 3-day pass: 11 4. W eekly pass: 16 5. Monthly pass: 30 6. There is a 100 fine for using public transportation without a

ticket.3. Buses

a. Buses are the most common form of transportation.b. Orange, blue or green ATAC city buses and trams run from approximately 5:30

a.m. to midnight. There are many night buses as well.c. Buses stop at a fermata. d. The routes are listed at each stop.e. Tickets are the same as the tickets for the metro.f. Be sure to validate your ticket as you board.g. For excellent transportation information, see www.atac.roma.it (click on British

flag for information in English)4. Taxis

a. They cannot be hailed as they are in other cities; instead, look for taxi stands.b. Licensed taxis are white or yellow, have an identification number and are

equipped with a taximeter.
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c. Do not trust people who approach you offering private taxi service.d. Surcharges do apply in the evening, on weekends, and for luggage.

5. Telephonesa. The Program will provide you with a cell phone. The Program will pay for rental of

the phone, but you will be responsible for the cost of your calls.b. Pay phones are located on the street and in most bars. Most public phones accept

telephone cards only.c. You can purchase local and long distance calling cards at tabacchi.d. Use a calling card when calling to the States, but be aware that charges are higher

when placing a call to a cell phone than a regular phone.e. Where to get them:

i. You can purchase international calling cards here before you leave atCostco or Target.

ii. Be sure to call the number on the back of the card to get the countrysaccess number. Otherwise it wont work!

f. AT&T: 800-172-444 will connect you.g. Calling direct:

i. 00 + country code + area code + numberii. Ex. 00 + 1 (for US) + 612 + 651-1234

Cultural Attractions

Vatican Museums/Sistine Chapel: Viale del Vaticano06 69 88 3860

Hours: 8:45am 3:20pm M-FSat: 8:45 12:20pmCost: 12 http://mv.vatican.va/3_EN/pages/MV_Home.html **On the last Sunday of every month,entrance is free!Be prepared to wait in line for up to 3 hours.

St. Peters Basilica Piazza San Pietro06 698 81662Daily 7am6pmFree**strict dress code**http://saintpetersbasilica.org/

Galleria Borghese:Piazza Scipione Borghese 506 32 810

TSun 9am 7pmCost: 9 Reservations only http://www.galleriaborghese.it/default-en.htm

The ColosseumPiazzale del Colosseo06 700 4261Hours vary, callCost: 10 http://www.roman-colosseum.info/ Make reservations and you dont have to

wait in line!
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Baths of Caracalla Via delle Terme di Caracalla06 575 8626Hours vary Cost: 6

http://www.rome.info/ancient/baths-of-caracalla/

Circus Maximus Via dei Cerchi and Via del Circo MassimoOpen 24/7http://www.vroma.org/~bmcmanus/circus.html

The PantheonPiazza della Rotonda06 683 00230MS 8:30am 7:30pmfree**also beautiful at nightTrevi FountainPiazza di TreviOpen 24/7

Free!**Visit at dusk http://www.trevifountain.net/

Spanish Steps

Scalinata di SpagnaOpen 24/7Freehttp://www.rome.info/squares/piazza-di-spagna/

Vatican Necropolis (Scavi excavationsunder St. Peters Basilica) [email protected] fax +39 06 69873017 10 euroshttp://saintpetersbasilica.org/Necropolis/Scavi.htm

http://www.rome.info/pantheon/

Food:

An Italian breakfast generally consists of coffee and a cornetto (croissant). Lunch can vary from informal panini or tramezzini (sandwiches) or it can be full sit-downlunch, including antipasto, primo piatto (first course), secondo piatto, and dolci (sweets).

Dinner is sit-down, and most Italians eat after 8:30pm. Be sure to make reservations if you plan on going out, as a lot of restaurants fill very

quickly and you wont be able to walk in . There are many restaurants where you can just walk in, however.

Markets: Rome has many wonderful outdoor markets. Check out information on the web, e.g.:

o http://romeitaly.blogspot.com/2008/10/rome-outdoor-markets.html o http://www.inromenow.com/site%20templates/FoodMarkets.html

Campo Dei Fiori is Romes most historical marketplace. You can find seasonal fruits, veggies, flowers, nuts, spices, coffee, food, and baked goods. (Open 7 1pm Mon- Sat.)

At Mercato Via Andrea Doria, you will find fruits, veggies, cheeses, clothing, accessories,and housewares. (Open 7 1pm Mon Sat.)

Grocery stores in Italy are typically much smaller than in the U.S. and are designated by their Mercato names.
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USEFULITALIANPHRASES Greetings:Hello; Good morning/afternoon Buon giorno bwon JOHR-nohGood evening Buona sera bwon-nah SEH-rahHi/Bye Ciao chow

Courtesy:Please Per piacere pehr pyah-CHEH-reh

Per favore pehr fah-VOH-rehThank you Grazie GRAH-tsyeh

Youre welcome Prego PREH-gohSorry (excuse me) Scusi SKOO-zeeExcuse me (may I get through?) Permesso pehr-MEHS-so

Question Words: Who? Chi? kee?

What? Che cosa? keh KHO-sah? Why? Perch? pehr-KEH? When? Quando? KWAHN-doh? Where? Dove? DOH-veh?How? Come? KOH-meh?How much? Quanto? KWAHN-toh?

Numbers:Zero Zero DZEH-rohOne Uno OO-nohTwo Due DOO-ehThree Tre trehFour Quattro KWAHT-trohFive Cinque CHEEN-kwehSix Sei SEH-eeSeven Sette SEHT-tehEight Otto OHT-tohNine Nove NOH-vehTen Dieci DYEH-chee

Other Useful Phrases:

Do you speak English? Parla inglese? PAHR-lah een-GLEH-zeh?I dont speak Italian. Non parlo italiano. nohn PAHR-loh ee-tah-LYAH-noh

Where is the ATM? Dove un bancomat? doh-VEH oon BAHN-koh-maht?The bill, please. Il conto, per favore. eel KHON-toh pehr fah-VOH-rehHow much does it cost? Quanto costa? KWAHN-toh KOH-stah?

Where is the bathroom? Dove la toilette? doh-VEH lah twah-LEHT?


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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS:

Police 113

Fire 115

Ambulance 118

U.S. Embassy ..39 06 46741

Airport Ciampino ..06 794 941

Airport Fiumicino ..................06 659 51

ATAC (city transport) .06 469 51

Telephone Number Information ..08 928 92

Lost items on buses and trams .06 581 6040

Lost items on Metro A and B ..06 487 4309Rome Information Center .............06 06 06

Taxi .. 06 3570 / 06 4994

Trenitalia .... 89 20 21

JCU ....... 39 06 68 19121

AMEX (lost card) ....800 874 333

Mastercard (lost card) ...800 870 866

Visa (lost card) ... 800 819 014


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FREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS

What is the best way to pack?

Do not pack more than you can easily carry. Pack light. If you bring heavy luggage, you

will regret it at the end of the summer. Don't weigh yourself down with items, such as ahair dryer, that can be purchased inexpensively in Rome. Start planning what you willpack by reading the baggage allowance guidelines of your airline online. Also, be awarethat on flights between European cities (for those of you who might be planning to travelaround Europe), the baggage allowance may be even less. Airlines often charge a penalty fee for overweight or excess baggage.

What type of clothing shall I bring?

The weather will be very warm usually in the mid to high 80s, so plan to dressaccordingly. Bring jeans and one or two dressy outfits for special occasions throughout

the semester. If you need anything else, there are many, many shops (inexpensive ones) torenew your wardrobe. Italians typically wear shorts only when they go to the beach or tothe gym, so if you want to bring a pair of shorts with you, just keep this in mind. Bringclothing that does not require special cleaning. Outfits should be casual and comfortable.

As you will be walking a lot, bring comfortable walking shoes, and slippers to wear in yourresidence. Pack whatever type of clothing you feel most comfortable in; just be practical.Stick with basics that can be paired together to create several outfits.

Remember that some of the religious sites and other tourist destinations in Rome and Vatican City have strict dress codes. Men may not be allowed to wear shorts and womenmay be required to wear pants or a skirt that falls below the knees and have theirshoulders covered. Women may want to consider bringing a lightweight shawl with them

when visiting churches so they can cover their shoulders. Many places will turn visitorsaway for not adhering to the dress code.

What will the weather be like?

Rome will be very hot during the day. Usually it will be in the mid-80s and very sunny.For average temperatures, see:http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/wxclimatology/daily/ITXX0067?climoMonth=7 .

What kind of toiletries shall I bring? You will be able to buy anything in terms of health, hygiene and beauty products in Rome without having to worry about bringing stocks of shampoo, shaving cream, and soap fromhome. You just might not find your favorite brands. Bring the basics you use every day intravel-sized containers. Also, prepare a medical kit with a few over-the-counter painrelievers (i.e., Advil, Tylenol, etc), cold medication, and vitamins. For contact lens users,
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you may want to bring a supply of all the necessary solutions. You may also want to havean extra pair of glasses on hand.

Do I need an umbrella?

Probably not. It does not rain very often or for very long in the summer in Rome. If youfind that you need one, you can easily find a street vendor from whom to purchase anumbrella.

What if I have a prescription medication?

If you need prescription medications on a regular basis you should carry a note from yourdoctor stating your medical condition, the purpose of the medication, dosage information,the brand and the generic name of the medication. This is especially necessary if you willbe carrying insulin or you might be allergic to certain medication. Bring enough of yourmedication to last your entire stay abroad. Prescriptions written in the United Statescannot be filled in Italy, and medications cannot be mailed from the United States.

How will I get around in Rome?

All students participating in the UST-Villanova Rome Program will receive bus passes forthe summer during the first week of classes. Students will be responsible for purchasingtheir own tickets if they plan to use the public transportation before the passes are handedout.

The Metro is Romes subway; the stations have a red M logo. Most of Romes sites areserved by a public transportation net, which includes buses, trams, and two subway lines:Linea A, which runs east-west, and Linea B, which runs north-south. Linea A and B

intersect at Stazione Termini. Linea A and Linea B run every day (Sunday to Thursday)from 5:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. and from 5:30 a.m. 1:30 a.m. (Friday and Saturday). StazioneTermini is the main train station in Rome with full access to most cities in Italy andEurope. Local trains and buses can easily reach some of the smaller towns.

You must have a valid ticket to get on the bus, metro, or tram. Tickets are the same for allthree methods of transportation and have to be bought in advance. They are available inMetro stations, tabacchi and newsp aper stands. There is a 100 fine for using publictransportation without a ticket or pass. You must pay the fine on the spot.

A common ticket BIT (biglietto integrato a tempo integrated time ticket) cost 1 and is valid for 75 minutes. On the bus, it can be used repeatedly within the 75-minute limit. Onthe Metro, however, one common ticket is good for only a one-way trip. If you take the bus,

you must validate your ticket at the beginning of your trip and again at the end (to be sure you havent passed the time limit). Tickets must be validated on the bus or on the yellow ticket machines prior to entering the Metro platform.

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monthly metro-bus pass f or 30, which gives you one months unlimited use of buses, theMetro and inner city commuter trains.

You can purchase a Metro- bus map for 4.50 at magazine stands and some tabacchi. This isa good purchase for up-to-date routes.

You may also elect to take a taxi, but you should be warned that taking a taxi in Rome canget rather expensive. In Rome, taxis usually cannot be hailed as they are in other cities, buttaxi stands can be found all around the city. Always use official Comune di Roma meteredcabs. Licensed taxis are white, have an identification number, and are equipped with ataximeter. Do not trust people who approach you offering private taxi service. In mostcases, they are illegal and will overcharge you. To get an official taxi, wait in line at a taxistand. There is a surcharge in the evenings, on weekends, and for each piece of luggage.

Source: Thanos Zyngas, Rome Guide through UST Bernardi Campus, available athttp://www.stthomas.edu/rome/romeGuide101/Rome_Guide_101.html

Where can I find more information about public transportation in Rome?

www.enjoyrome.com/tourist/cityguide/public.transportation.html www.forbeginners.info/rome/transportation/

How do I get to the airport by public transportation?

www.slowtrav.com/italy/rome_transportation/airport.htm

How do I send a letter or package?The three main post offices in Rome are open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 6:30pm,and on Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 1:00pm. They are:

Piazza San Silvestro 19 (near Piazza di Spagna) Via di Porta Angelica 23 (at San Pietro) Via Marmorata 4 (at Piramide)

Post offices can be identified by a yellow sign bearing the letters PT. You can purchasestamps at any local tabacchi (indicated by a black, rectangular sign with a large white T) or

at the post office. The cost of stamps varies according to weight, destination, and speed of the delivery: regular mail posta ordinaria or air mail posta prioritaria. A normal letter willusually cost about ,45 Euros to send regular mail.

Do I need an electricity converter?

In Italy, the current is 220 volts whereas in America it is 110. The difference in electricalcurrent is so great that if you plug your American appliance into an electrical socket in
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Italy, it may explode, short out, melt, or cause a fire. You should be VERY CAREFUL, asnot all travel appliances are multi-standard. Italians have at least three types of plugs andsockets, all different. If you can't find dual voltage versions of your favorite appliances (i.e.hair dryer, curling iron, electric razor, etc), you can buy transformers to convert theelectricity and adapter kits for the different sockets at your local hardware store before you

leave home. HOWEVER, you may be better off just buying an inexpensive hair dryer,curling iron, etc in Rome. Adapters are really made for occasional, not daily use. They donot always work and the kits can be expensive and heavy to carry.

How much money students generally spend on travel and/or extra expenses?

Often times, students are very resourceful and they find inexpensive hostels, restaurants,etc. online when they make their travel plans, so it is really up to each person's personalbudget and how good the student is with budget management. A great travel website is

www.hostelworld.com, which offers reviews and pictures of accommodations.

Are there any particular vocabulary words or types of words (i.e. food/menu words, adjectives, nouns, etc.) that would be most helpful to learn right now?

Try to learn words for food items, directions, transportation, numbers and money. Seepage 48 of this handbook for some useful words and phrases.

Should I buy an Italian-English dictionary in the United States or in Rome?

Buy a dictionary at home. It always helps to have a dictionary or phrase book, whether forshopping, traveling, or emergency situations. Buy your dictionary here so that you canlearn a few words and have it handy when you arrive in Rome.

Do you recommend buying a travel guide? Yes. Especially if you are planning on traveling within Italy, its helpful to have some ideaof the area.

Should I bring a map?

Yes. It is highly recommended that you bring a map with you. Rome is a rather confusingcity, and the map will come in handy if you get lost (especially in your first few days inRome).

Maps of Rome are available online at:http://www.rome-guide.it/english/maps/map_rome_downtown.html (Rome Downtown)http://www.rome-guide.it/english/maps/map_underground.html (Underground)http://www.romaviva.com/maps-road-map_eng.htm (Map of Rome)
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How do I call home?

All students in the participating the UST-Villanova Rome study abroad program will beprovided with cell phones. You will be able to call the U.S. from the cell phone at a

higher rate than you would pay for calls within Rome.

You may also want to consider purchasing a prepaid phone card. Phone cards can bepurchased at local tabacchi shops. We recommend the EUROPA card.

Last summer, many students who had laptops used Skype to call home. Skype-to-Skypecalls made over the internet are free. You can also use Skype to call a telephone in theU.S. for a fee. To get more information about Skype and to see current calling rates, goto: http://www.skype.com/prices/callrates/ - allRatesTab.

What's the best way to deal with money (ATM, credit card, traveler's checks)? It is generally better to use your cash card to withdraw money and pay cash when you areout and about in the city instead of paying with your credit card, especially with the euroto do llar exchange rate. For example if the currency exchange rate is 1.00= $1.30 and youbuy something with your credit card that costs 15, keep in mind that when you receive

your credit card statement, it will probably show $20 because of fluctuations in thecurrency exchange rate. In addition, be sure you check with your bank on the amount of money you are able to withdraw from an ATM machine within 24 hours and let yourbank know that you will be overseas for five weeks.

I hear that school supplies are hard to find in Rome. What kind should I bring?

That's probably a misperception. Certainly, it is not hard to find school supplies in Rome.However, they might be a bit more expensive than if you were to buy a notebook or acouple of folders from Target or Wal-Mart. If you use index cards, you might want tobring them as they might be hard to find in Rome. You can find everything else aroundthe city.

What do students use to carry books, etc. to class?

Students typically carry their backpacks to school. You just have to be cautious andcareful about the pickpockets when you use public transportation or are in big crowds.

A messenger/satchel type bag with a flap over the side may deter pickpockets.

Will there be computers available at JCU for students to use? Yes. There are three computer labs and a multimedia lab at JCU. The labs contain morethan eighty personal computers equipped with the latest software, as well as black and

white and color high-speed laser printers and scanners. In one of the main labs all thecomputers have writable DVD-ROM drives installed.
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The Chapel Lab is located just inside the main entrance, behind the student lounge. TheSecchia Lab is located on the ground floor of the Kushlan Wing (across the Lemon TreeCourtyard). The Kushlan Lab is located on the second floor of the Kushlan Wing and canbe accessed using the staircase from the Lemon Tree Courtyard. The multimedia lab islocated in the library.

For more information see:http://www.johncabot.edu/Library_and_Resources/Computer_Labs.aspx http://www.johncabot.edu/Library_and_Resources/Computer_Labs_Rules.aspx

May I have guests stay at my JCU apartment?This has not yet been determined. JCU typically does not authorize overnight guests.Italian law stipulates that guests not reported to the police result in a fine of up to 1,500euro. The landlord will pass this fine on to the student.

Source: JCU Roman Housing Booklet, available athttp://www.johncabot.edu/update/documents/HousingSpring2012/JCU%20Housing%20Handbook.pdf

May I stay in my JCU apartment past the move-out date?No. If you plan to stay in Rome after the end of the program, you will be responsible forfinding your own housing.

Source: JCU Roman Housing Booklet, available athttp://www.johncabot.edu/update/documents/HousingSpring2012/JCU%20Housing%20Handbook.pdf

What is there to do on the weekends?

There is plenty to do on the weekends. You are in Rome! The city itself is a laboratory of so much history and culture. We strongly encourage you to discover Rome; visit museums,monuments, art galleries and churches, and integrate into the local life. There are alsomany beautiful towns and cities around Italy that you can travel to by train.

Is there a beach near Rome? How do I get there?There are beaches near Rome. They are not as nice as the beaches elsewhere in Italy, butthey will do the trick on a hot day. Take the bus to the Piramide station and take the localtrain to Lido di Ostia. Get off at Ostia Lido Centro, Stella Polare, Castel Susano orCristoforo Colombo. There will be lots of different beach clubs which will have entrancefees of up to 10. There are also public beaches i n between the beach clubs. For moreinformation, see http://www.enjoyrome.com/tourist/cityguide/daytrips.html

Source: Thanos Zyngas, Rome Guide through UST Bernardi Campus, available athttp://www.stthomas.edu/rome/romeGuide101/Rome_Guide_101.html

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What if I want to travel?

Many students in the past have done a great deal of traveling over the summer. You canfind a lot of info (i.e. flight deals, traveling sites, hotels, etc) online. This will be a greatexperience for you to learn how to book flights, find good deals on airfares, reserve hotel,find cool places to eat and sleep, etc, on your own. We can also recommend a travelagency or travel Web sites to you.

Is there a church nearby JCU that has an early morning mass?

Rome is full of churches. Italy is predominantly a Catholic country and in Rome thereare more than 500 churches. Evening masses are organized daily and on Sundays thereare normally masses at 10am, 11am and noon. There is an early morning mass at St.Peter's that starts at 7a.m.). The Program has arranged for special Mass Celebrations that

you will learn about at orientation.

What about worship for people of other faiths?Of course, Rome has houses of worship for observers of many other religions as well.Please consult the Program Director or JCU representatives if you need assistance findingthe place of worship of your preference.

Where Can I find more information about Rome?http://www.rome-guide.it http://www.romeartlover.it http://www.romaviva.com/home_eng.htm http://www.romexplorer.com

http://goeurope.about.com/cs/rome/a/rome_free.htm http://www.enjoyrome.com/tourist/cityguide/main.html http://www.inromenow.com

Keep In Mind

The Euro is worth more than the dollar and it adds up over the course of the semester, so be sureto check your account balance frequently. For the current conversion rate, see www.xe.com.
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