Italian

Italian isn’t just a beautiful language – it opens access to a rich trove of culture, whether studying ancient Rome or the modern Catholic Church. The arts, wine, fashion, architecture, business, and international relations all benefit from study of Italian language and culture. 

Occupations
Expertise in Italian is well-suited to careers in tourism, wine, the arts, and finance, as well as in governmental and non-governmental international organizations. More generally, a degree in a foreign language can prepare students for various career opportunities including, but not limited to, consulting, teaching, editing, and public relations. 

• Classical musicians
• Art historians 
• Interpreters and translators
• Wine import/export specialists
• Hospitality managers

Contact Information 

Division

Language and Developmental Studies
Building 1000, Office 1031V
Phone: (707) 256-7726
Department Webpage
Division Webpage

Dean

Robert Harris
Dean, Language & Developmental Studies, Arts & Humanities, and Health Occupations
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: RHarris@napavalley.edu

Administrative Assistant

Gina Stofan
Administrative Assistant
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: GStofan@napavalley.edu

Program Coordinator

Nicole Carrier
Professor, Spanish
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Nicole.Carrier@napavalley.edu

Courses

• Italian (ITAL)