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An Intricate Transatlantic Triangle: US, UK and German Relations - Luca Ratti

Since the Federal Republic of Germany鈥檚 admission into NATO in 1955, German鈥揂merican relations have been a cornerstone of transatlantic and European security and stability. Both Washington and pre-unification Bonn championed liberal democracy, free trade and fundamental civil and human rights.

What is democracy without human rights or the rule of law? Dr. Lyal S. Sunga

On 27 April 2017 at the American University of Rome, Dr. Lyal S. Sunga honored the memory of the University鈥檚 late Professor, James Walston, with a public lecture titled "What is Democracy without Human Rights or the Rule of Law? Dr. Sunga first places the issue in philosophic and historical perspective and then explains how the rise of international human rights law arose in the aftermath of World War Two as a reaction against Nazi and Fascist abuse of democracy, human dignity and the rule of law. He then contrasts the success of the global human rights movement with the paucity of international norms on democratic governance and the rule of law since 1945. He contends that democratic governance today has to be measured by the extent to which it promotes and protects human rights and the rule of law. Finally, he reflects upon what democracy is without human rights or the rule of law, and takes questions from the audience.

AUR graduate takes on Event Management Internship with Rome Chamber Music Festival

AUR graduate Tiffany Burrafato (BUS 鈥�17) has an extraordinary Event Management internship with the Rome Chamber Music Festival () this summer, hosted in the magnificent听Pietro da Cortona hall of the 17th century听Palazzo Barberini.听Founded and directed by American violinist听Robert McDuffie, the prestigious听Rome Chamber Music Festival听is a celebration of classical and contemporary chamber music, and has become one of the听most anticipated events on Rome鈥檚 cultural and social calendar.

Internship experience at Amnesty International

During the Spring 2017 semester I had an internship with the Policy and Lobbying Unit at the Italian Chapter of Amnesty International.
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My duties included drafting a weekly office newsletter highlighting important European events pertaining to human rights, monitoring proceedings in the Italian Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, and assisting with translations and drawing up petitions.

This internship gave me great insight into how an international non-governmental organization functions. It was also very interesting to participate in the wide-range of Amnesty鈥檚 campaigns, petitions, research, and lobbying efforts.

Internship experience at USO Vicenza

My experience at USO Vicenza taught me a lot about myself, the military community, and the work force. I learned head on the difficulties of time management and the meaning of improvisation. We had to improvise a lot and just go with it, especially pertaining to Taco Tuesday and Troop Lunch. I learned how much the USO actually does for the military community and what it takes to see USO鈥檚 agenda through. We worked together as a team (Lisa, Rebecca, Nicole, Bree, and myself), accomplishing all the tasks that needed to be done and made the USO center run efficiently.

Shindler's War. A short film about Honorary Degree recipient Harry Shindler

"Harry Shindler is one of the most inspiring people I have met in recent years.

Film Festivals: a great way to get your work noticed - if you know how...

One of the best ways to get your new films noticed is to have them shown at Film Festivals. These festivals happen across the globe and are becoming increasingly popular. However, you need to know how the selection process works to ensure you have the best chance to be selected.

Laura Boldrini and Lynn Meskell receive Honorary Degrees at 91直播 of Rome

Laura Boldrini and Lynn Meskell awarded honorary degrees at AUR.

Honorary Degree recipients 2017

This year听AUR honored two individuals outstanding in their respective fields:

Professor Irene Caratelli on PBS New Hour re President Trump's visit to the Vatican.

B.S. Travel & Tourism Management. New major for Fall 2017.

There are few more appropriate and relevant places to study the profession of Travel and Tourism than here in Rome. Tourism has always been part of the lifeblood of this remarkable city 鈥� and, nowadays, of the country.