While being born into a family of Italian origin is undoubtedly an advantage for anyone who chooses to study the language, it is equally true that it is not, in itself, enough to achieve excellence.
A senior lecturer in Italian Studies at the University of Melbourne, as well as a linguist and translator, Matt Absalom has recently added a new medium to his repertoire: podcasting.
While being born into a family of Italian origin is undoubtedly an advantage for anyone who chooses to study the language, it is equally true that it is not, in itself, enough to achieve excellence.
Inside the classrooms of Salesian College Sunbury, Italian is much more than just another school subject: it’s a journey through culture, memory and emotion.
The Dante Alighieri Society of Melbourne once again placed its faith in poetry, hosting its traditional poetry recitation competition for Italian language students from Years 9 to 12.
