Courses Offered...
HDFS 499B: Historical Roots of the Modern Italian Family
The purpose of this course is to examine the historical roots of the Italian family system as it has evolved from antiquity to modernity. Issues to be explored include the implications of economic, political, religious, and social factors, the status of Italian women over time with regard to legal rights, roles, societal expectations and cultural values, and the attitudes toward and practices regarding child rearing.
HDFS 499C: Italian Relationships, Both Cultural and Familial
The purpose of this course is to examine the cultural factors affecting business, friendship, and family relationships in Italy. Issues to be explored include the implications of economic, political, religious, and social factors on Italian families, and the influence of the Catholic Church on family and social roles in Italy.
HDFS 499A: Early Childhood in Italy
This course will give students the opportunity to examine the way in which Italians structure the early childhood years, and the social policies that support this structure. Students will observe children in public, as well as having the opportunity to visit preschool and day care programs for young children.
