The day after I sent out the SPQR Fellowship 2015 Review to one and all, I opened the New York Times to find on the front page of the Book Review a review of SPQR: The History of Rome. That got my attention. The review was very positive about the book and the author, Mary …
Category Archives: Rome
Rome 2013
This year SPQR is pleased to be part of the University of Minnesota and College of Design’s 1st inaugural Spring Study Abroad in Rome and Istanbul. SPQR Fellow Satavee Kijsanayotin is one of twelve students participating in the program taught by professor Ozayr Saloojee. It is a terrific opportunity with an inspired but demanding curriculum. …
SPQR 2011 Print Edition
SPQR Fellowship 2011 – A paperback based on Kelly’s work/study in Rome is available for purchase online.
SPQR
I remember asking Ken the first time we spoke what SPQR represented. Clearly, I had not done my homework on Rome. Ken’s response was that he would let me discover the meaning of SPQR on my own. Naturally, I went straight to Google to find the definition, but the importance of the meaning of the …
An assortment of thoughts and sights
This blog highlights some of the random thoughts and sights throughout my time in Rome….. Gelato, Gelato, and More Gelato After three months in Italy, I believe I can officially call myself a gelato connoisseur. Having gelato almost every day for the greater part of the trip, I got to know the best gelaterias and …
Rome At Night
There were several evenings throughout my time in Rome when I went exploring after the sun went down. I am fascinated by the way spaces are used during the day versus at night. Is the area still active? How has it changed? Who are the users? How is the space perceived with daylight as compared …
My Last Day in Rome
Tuesday was my last full day in Rome. The end of an incredible adventure is always bittersweet. I was excited to go home to see family and friends, and share my extraordinary Italian experiences. It was also sad to leave such an incredible city. I had grown accustomed to Rome and my daily adventures. The …
Morning Sunrise, Churches, and Art
I began Monday rising before the sun. The birds were chirping outside my window, and I was ready for another glorious day in Rome. One of my favorite ways to experience a city is to watch the sunrise and the city come alive. I enjoy the way the quiet and still of the morning gives …
Ancient Classics of Rome and a Walk Through Trastevere
Saturday was quite a day: busy, tiring, and beautiful. I made my way through the classic ancient Roman sights, the Mammertine Prison and viewed the Imperial Forum and Trajan’s Column from the exterior. With the Roman sun beating down on me as I wandered through the outdoor sights, I had to stop and marvel at …
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The Pantheon and Surrounding Churches
Saturday was dedicated to the Pantheon and three nearby churches. What is go great about visiting the churches is that one gets to see such incredible artwork it the place for which it was originally intended. It is definitely the best place to view the incredible art in Rome. The first church I visited was …