The Romance Seminar: Johnny Bertolio (Università di Torino)

Lecture

Date: Thursday 13 February 2025

Time: 14.00 – 16.00

Location: Room C585 and Zoom*

Diversity, Inclusiveness, and Gender Equity through Italian Literature

Portrait of J.L. Bertolio_By_Paolo Camillo Sacchi

Foto: Paolo Camillo Sacchi

Abstract

While contemporary debates on equity policies often polarize opinions, traditional subjects in schools and universities may seem resistant to change—particularly when exploring earlier centuries and the concept of a national canon. However, Italian literature, with its diverse array of authors, works, and movements that either conform to or challenge societal and literary norms, offers a rich and multifaceted field for study. How can such a complex landscape be introduced effectively in the classroom today? What strategies can inspire and engage students? This seminar aims to explore these questions, drawing connections with history and other literatures.

Invited by Cecilia Schwarz

*External participants may write to anna.gudmundson@su.se to receive the Zoom link (department members may find it in Romklass calendar)

Organisers: Anna Gudmundson, Anthony Lappin, Bengt Novén

Contact: anna.gudmundson@su.se

No registration required

Theme

Language, Literature and Culture

Research subject

Italian Literature

Last updated: January 16, 2025

Source: Department of Romance Studies and Classics

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