The world in Rome summer school is developed in the context of ENLIGHT, a European University formed by ten comprehensive, research-intensive universities from ten European countries. This year it is organized by University of Groningen.
Tianyue Liang, Doctoral Researcher who took part in this year’s summer school said that it was a really good opportunity for students to tour Rome and gain a basic understanding of the city. The excursion was organized around both historic sites, like Capitol Hill and the Vatican Museum, and modern Rome, such as the headquarters of the FAO. The lecturers were incredibly knowledgeable about the city and Italy’s history. It was also informative to learn more about the Fascist heritage in Italy.
This year was Tianyue’s first time in central Europe, and it was nice to engage with students from other European countries, gaining a better understanding of how the European Union works and hearing how it benefits them. The summer school also provided Tianyue with a chance to see Vatican City and interview people for her research, putting her project in context.
