Initiative within the framework of the Biennial Sessions Project
The University for Foreigners of Perugia is participating in the Biennale Sessions on the occasion of the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, titled "In Minor keys".
Registration for students enrolled in Italian language and culture courses (levels B2, C1, C2), bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes, doctoral studies, and master’s programmes will be open until 23 October 2026.
Saturday, 21 November
Arsenale, Sala D'Armi A (Sestiere Castello, Campo della tana 2169/f, Venice)
11:00 AM – “Italian Language and Art in Support of Cultural Diplomacy and Peace”
Valerio De Cesaris, Rector of the University for Foreigners of Perugia
Maria Rita Silvestrelli, University Coordinator for the “Biennale Sessions” Project
Francesca Malagnini, Professor of Linguistics and Rector's Delegate for Education,
Master’s Programmes, Advanced Training and Doctoral Studies
Angela Sagnella, Rector’s Delegate for Peace Policies
Cecilia Emma Sottilotta, Professor of Political Science
3:30 PM – Guided Tour of the Arsenale
Led by the Educational Staff of La Biennale di Venezia
Sunday, 22 November
Giardini (Sestiere Castello, 30122, Venice)
11:00 AM – “Peace and Cultural Diplomacy”
Itinerant workshop led by professors of the University for Foreigners of Perugia
1:00 PM – Guided Tour of the Giardini
Led by the Educational Staff of La Biennale di Venezia
I 50 posti disponibili sono stati assegnati ai candidati in ordine di arrivo delle domande. Il modulo di adesione è pertanto chiuso.
Sabato 21 novembre
Arsenale, Sala D'Armi A (Sestiere Castello, Campo della tana 2169/f, Venezia)
ore 11:00 - “Lingua e arte italiana al servizio della diplomazia culturale e della pace”
Valerio De Cesaris, Magnifico Rettore dell’Università per Stranieri di Perugia
Maria Rita Silvestrelli, Referente d’Ateneo per il Progetto “Biennale Sessions”
Francesca Malagnini, Docente di Linguistica e Delegata del Rettore per Formazione,
master, alta formazione e dottorato
Angela Sagnella, Delegata del Rettore alle Politiche per la Pace
Cecilia Emma Sottilotta, Docente di Scienza Politica
ore 15:30 - Visita guidata Arsenale
A cura dello Staff Educational della Biennale di Venezia
Domenica 22 novembre
Giardini (Sestiere Castello, 30122, Venezia)
ore 11:00 - “Pace e diplomazia culturale”
Workshop itinerante a cura dei docenti dell'Università per Stranieri di Perugia
ore 13:00 - Visita guidata Giardini
A cura dello Staff Educational della Biennale di Venezia
In order to ensure representation from the student community, the University will provide participants with a pass valid for three consecutive days for entry to the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. The University will also cover the costs of guided tours at the Arsenale and Giardini exhibition venues, as well as round-trip transportation between Perugia and Venice.
Students may submit their application for participation using the form available on this page, until 23 October 2026. This benefit is reserved for students enrolled in Italian language and culture courses (levels B2, C1, C2), bachelor's and master's degree programmes, PhDs, and master's programmes, and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis until the maximum seating capacity of the bus is reached.
Selected students will be notified via email of their award and must confirm their participation in the initiative by Monday, 26 October 2026. Beneficiaries are responsible for independently arranging overnight accommodation for Friday, 20 and Saturday, 21 November 2026, as well as covering meal, accommodation, local transportation, and any other expenses that may be incurred. Failure to confirm will result in loss of the benefit and the next candidate on the list will be contacted. Any withdrawal after confirmation will incur a penalty fee of €70.00, as partial reimbursement of costs advanced by the University. The benefit may be assigned to the next eligible candidate only if time permits.
If the number of students does not reach 50, the delegation may be supplemented by members of the University's community, specifically faculty, language instructors (CEL), and administrative staff, who may also apply using a dedicated application form available on the University's website. This benefit will also be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis until the maximum seating capacity of the bus is reached.