The American University of Florence

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Blending Magazine Presents: The Renaissance of Material Media

The American University of Florence presents Blending Magazine's latest edition: The Renaissance of Material Media

In Collaboration with AUF's 14th Annual Academic Conference

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Blending Magazine Presents: The Renaissance of Material Media

The American University of Florence presents Blending Magazine's latest edition: The Renaissance...

In Collaboration with AUF's 14th Annual ...

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New Programs

Freshmen Programs in Florence

AUF First-Year Programs feature a focused experience tailored to first-year college experiences. Affiliate partners have a variety of options to internationalize the academic success of their first-year admits. Programs can be structured to bridge the significant transition from high school to higher educational pathways while building global competences and gaining exposure to diversity and active forms of learning.

Degree & Certificate Programs

4-year BA and BS degrees at The American University of Florence in various academic disciplines, blending general education, specialized courses, and capstone projects. Direct admission is available for AUF Certificate/AA students.

4-Year Bachelor Degree

Study Abroad Programs

Study in Italy with AUF’s unique, English-taught programs. Experience hands-on learning with community projects like a restaurant, gallery, and fashion store. AUF blends global faculty, cultural integration, and real-world engagement like no other institution in Italy.

Prospective Students

Career Program
Associate’s Degrees (AA)

AUF’s 1-2 year Certificate Career Programs blend classroom learning with hands-on experience in Florence’s vibrant economy. Specialize in one of four fields, with options for advanced 2nd-year entry.

Certificate Career Programs

Freshmen Programs in Florence

New programs

Freshmen Programs in Flo...

The Renaissance of Material Media

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Students Magazine
and Newsletter

The Renaissance of Material Media
ISSUE 2 YEAR 15
FALL 2025

A unique approach to global and local learning.

Apicius International School of Hospitality

FAST Fashion and Accessory Studies and Technology

IDEAS School of Interior Design, Environmental Architecture, and Sustainability

ISB International School of Business

J SCHOOL School of Journalism, Communication, and Publishing

sQuola Center for Italian studies

SAS School of Arts and Sciences

DIVA Digital Imaging and Visual Arts

School of Graduate Studies

Blending Magazine Presents: The Renaissance of Material Media

The American University of Florence presents Blending Magazine's latest edition: The Renaissance of Material Media

Professionalizing & Experiential Learning

AUF's 14th Annual Conference

On December 5 2025, academics from around the globe came to discuss this year’s theme: The Renaissance of Material Media

Conference

Commodification of Place

A Comparative Case Analysis of the Link Between Overtourism and Gentrification in Florence, Italy and Boston, USA

Academic Publication

Blending Magazine

Students Magazine and Newsletter

The Renaissance of Material Media

ISSUE 2 YEAR 15
FALL 2025

Blending archive

AUF ALUMNI

Alumni Students Spotlight

The AUF Alumni Association promotes and coordinates alumni support with the aim of strengthening the high-quality academic and public service programs of the University, involve and inform the community in order to build powerful network and initiative to connect us to all te students.

Alumni are representatives of the heritage and achievement of the University. Your Alumni Association celebrates your achievements and looks forward to being on your side as you experience the exciting opportunities and challenges that await you. The AUF Alumni Association is committed to keeping and strengthening a successful long-term relationship with its alumni.