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ITAL 475 A: Italian Fascism

Spring 2026

What are fascism, populism, and authoritarianism? Exploration of the origin and development of fascism in Italy from the late 19th century to today.

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Announcing the Fifth Annual FIS Academic Awards & Photo Contest!

We are pleased to announce the fifth annual French & Italian Studies Academic Awards and the reintroduction of the French & Italian Studies Photo Contest! Students are eligible to submit one project for the academic awards and one photo for the photo contest.