Temple Rome offers several initiatives for students who wish to improve their Italian or meet their local peers.
Temple Rome: Italian Language & Peer Connections
1. Italian Help Desk
Need a little extra support with Italian? The Help Desk is a relaxed, judgment-free space where you can practice conversation, review grammar, or get homework help. Open to all students taking Italian, with flexible drop-in hours (and virtual sessions available). Come alone or bring a friend.
Availability:
- Wednesday: 1:00-3:00 PM in Room 7
Can’t make it during these times? No problem — virtual hours can be arranged to fit your schedule. Just reach out and we’ll make it work! Email Email: silvia.licocci@temple.edu
2. Peer Tutoring
Want to practice with locals? Temple Rome partners with Italian university students who offer free one-on-one tutoring. They can help with conversation, classwork, and vocabulary — plus, it’s a great way to connect with peers in Rome.
Appointments are easy to book via your course’s Canvas page (the tutor's schedules are posted in an announcement). Choose a tutor according to the time slot which best suits you and send a message by SMS or WhatsApp to make your appointment. You’ll need to find a quiet spot on campus to work with your tutor. Popular choices include:
- The Library
- The Terrace or the Courtyard (weather permitting)
- An empty classroom
- If none of the above spaces are available, perhaps try a nearby café!
If you need to cancel an appointment, please inform your tutor with at least 24 hours notice. Rome is not always an easy city to commute within – don’t make your tutor waste a trip!