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Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

Universita degli Studi di Padova

Universa Universis Patavina Libertas

University of Padua

Padua, Italy

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

Thesis

The University of Padua, founded in 1222 as a bastion for academic freedom, touts the

motto “Liberty of Padua, universally and for all.” With strong connections to the past, the school looks to prepare its students for

future excellence through teacher-centered learning, all within a beautiful

physical setting.

Connections to the Past

The original main entrance (left); an arched hallway of one of the original buildings (above)

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

Connections to the Past

Palazzo del Bo, the original university building (above) built on the sight of the Inn of the Ox; view from above looking down into the oldest anatomical theater in the world (top right) and a view looking skyward from the lower portion of the theater (bottom right)

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

Connections to the Past

Lecture hall displaying student crests

Painting of Galileo Galilee

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

My Response to the ImagesConnections to the Past

Personal connection to and interest in history and architecture

Early construction techniques of domed roof lines, high arches, and ornate details

Galileo Galilee and Nicolas Copernicus – Wow!

Future Excellence

The library (above) and the environmental sciences building (right) are both constructed with a modern circular design.

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25Nov. 2014.

My Response to the ImagesFuture Excellence

Circular design and stark brightness neither uninviting nor visually unappealing

Misplaced in the overall look and feel of the school

Future Excellence

The clean lines and modern design of the interior of the library (below) reflect the exterior construction; modern and spacious dorm rooms (right) provide many modern amenities for students.

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

My Response to the ImagesFuture Excellence

Modern interior of the library appears up-to-date

Library will prepare me for life and work in the 21st century

Dorm rooms have modern conveniences Dorm rooms look is sterile, cold, and

impersonal

Teacher-Centered Learning

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

My Response to the ImagesTeacher-Centered Learning

No images of the classrooms Professors photographed individually rather

than interacting with students Professors look happy, pensive, and/or active University might not value student-centered

learning and strong student-teacher relationships

Beautiful Physical Setting

The city of Padua is located about 20 miles west of Venice. The university buildings blend in with the city’s other historic buildings, making all of them accessible to students and residents alike.

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

Beautiful Physical Setting

Despite the main campus buildings being located in the town, the School of Wine is on the outskirts and overlooks vineyards.

Universita degli Studi di Padova. University of Padua, 2014. Web. 25 Nov. 2014.

My Response to the ImagesBeautiful Physical Setting

Beautiful and accessible city and campus City and university buildings seem easy and

safe to walk go Canal with spiraling statues, promenade and

park create an air of elegance and sophistication

Thesis

The University of Padua, founded in 1222 as a bastion for academic freedom, touts the

motto “Liberty of Padua, universally and for all.” With strong connections to the past, the school looks to prepare its students for

future excellence through teacher-centered learning, all within a beautiful

physical setting.