Faculty and Staff List

Professors
S. Bancheri, B.A., M.A., Ph.D
M. Lettieri, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
T. Lobalsamo, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.

Chair, Department of Language Studies
Professor Arsalan Kahnemuyipour
Maanjiwe nendamowinan, 4th floor (Room 4122)

Program Coordinator - Italian Studies
Professor Teresa Lobalsamo
Maanjiwe nendamowinan, Room 4164
ita.pc.utm@utoronto.ca

Academic Advisor & Undergraduate Program Administrator
Rosa Ciantar
Maanjiwe nendamowinan, Room 4184
905-302-5337
undergrad.langst@utoronto.ca

Undergraduate Program Assistant
Jester Manansala
Maanjiwe nendamowinan, Room 4186
905-569-4321
info.langst@utoronto.ca

Italian Studies programs at U of T Mississauga are designed to provide a comprehensive study of the many facets of Italy - its language, history, and culture. Experiential learning is a cornerstone of Italian Studies - embedded within each course as a way to harness real-world experiences around the area of study. In addition, language is studied from all points of view -- practical, pedagogical, historical -- at all levels of instruction, and major figures, movements, genres frame the programs’ courses in cinema, culture, literature, and theatre.

Students can tailor their program of study to best suit their interests and needs, and they can choose from available courses at U of T Mississauga and at the St. George campus. There are conditions, however, which must be satisfied:

1. for specialist in Italian alone or in Language Teaching and Learning;
2. for a major in Italian alone or Italian and French;
3. for a major in Language Teaching and Learning in Italian alone or Italian and French;
4. for a minor in Italian alone or in Cinema Studies;
5. for a specialist in International Affairs, which requires a language component. 

Knowledge of another language and culture is regarded favourably by other disciplines (i.e. Art History, Art and Art History) and is frequently required for graduate-level studies.

Graduates from Italian Studies are in demand and will continue to be. U of T Mississauga's Italian graduates have moved on to advanced studies and to careers in business, journalism, teaching, translation, transportation, foreign affairs, government, social services, trade, law, and other fields where skills in Italian are a necessity.

In case of uncertainty with regard to the program of study, course content, graduate studies requirements, or any related matter, students are strongly advised to consult the Italian Studies Program Coordinator at U of T Mississauga.

Courses offered every year: ITA100Y5, ITA200Y5, ITA350H5
 

Some written work will be done in Italian for students enrolled in any Italian Minor, Major or Specialist Program.

Any student exempted from a course should speak with the program coordinator about suitable substitutions.

Study Abroad in Italy
Various study abroad opportunities are available in Italian Studies.

Sorrento (Summer – May): A month-long international learning experience that allows students to earn up to 2.0 University of Toronto Mississauga credits (e.g. ITA200Y5, ITA235H5, ITA238H5, ITA239H5, ITA339Y5, ITA388H5, ITA400Y5, ITA491H5, and ITA498H5) while immersing themselves in Italian culture and language. This unique program combines academic coursework with hands-on experiential learning, enriching students’ understanding through real-world engagement. Participants can also take advantage of internship placements in local museums, schools, or businesses, depending on their interests. For those studying Italian language, a communication agreement encourages full language immersion, encouraging them to speak exclusively in Italian throughout the program. All classes are taught by faculty from the Department of Language Studies, UTM. This program is open to all students, regardless of subject POSt.

Bologna, Florence, Rome (various terms): A week-long international learning opportunity embedded within various courses on offer by Italian Studies, UTM. Courses with (optional) international experiences include ITA233H5: Italian Culture through Fashion, ITA235H5: Italian Culture through Food, and ITA242H5: Italian Award-Winners, Box-Office Hits.

For more information, please refer to the International Education Centre’s UTM Abroad websites: Rome, Florence, Bologna, and Global Learning.

Please click here for more information on Experiential Learning Opportunities in Italian.
 

Enrolling in Italian courses outside of UTM
Students must consult with the department at info.langst@utoronto.ca to obtain approval from the Italian Studies Program Coordinator before enrolling in any course that they wish to use for credit toward any Italian Studies program at UTM. Requests must be made prior to the first day of classes. Students must provide descriptions or outlines of the courses in consideration.

Students should also review the Degree Requirements calendar section prior to selecting courses.

Department website: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/language-studies/