Cultivating Global Citizens in Sicily: Syracuse Academy Launches Its 2024 Summer Programs
Syracuse Academy is thrilled to unveil its enriched 2024 summer programs, inviting students globally to immerse themselves in Sicily’s unique blend of culture, education, and innovation.
With a curriculum designed to foster global citizenship, the Academy’s summer offerings are a testament to our commitment to sustainable development and intercultural understanding.
This year, Syracuse Academy emphasizes experiential learning through three recommended academic tracks: Sustainable Food Systems, Archaeology and Cultural Heritage, and Environment and Biodiversity. Each track is carefully curated to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of their field, leveraging Sicily’s rich Mediterranean context as a living classroom.
Academic tracks
This year, Syracuse Academy emphasizes experiential learning through three recommended academic tracks: Sustainable Food Systems, Archaeology and Cultural Heritage, and Environment and Biodiversity. Each track is carefully curated to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of their field, leveraging Sicily’s rich Mediterranean context as a living classroom.
The Sustainable Food Systems track explores the identity and innovation behind Mediterranean food systems, while the Archaeology and Cultural Heritage track offers hands-on fieldwork in archaeology alongside studies in environmental humanities. For those passionate about the environment, the Environment and Biodiversity track dives into marine ecology and biodiversity in the Mediterranean, with a focus on sustainability in action.
Learn from experts and community leaders
These programs are supported by a distinguished faculty, including experts in anthropology, archaeology, and marine biology, ensuring a high-quality, multidisciplinary educational experience. With sessions ranging from two to four weeks and offering 3 to 7 academic credits, these programs are designed to accommodate a variety of academic interests and schedules.
Syracuse Academy’s summer programs are more than just courses; they are a gateway to becoming an informed, engaged, and compassionate global citizen. Join us this summer for an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Mediterranean.
