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La Società Onoraria Italica: Induction 2016


After months of hard work and commitment to the Italian Honors Society, eligible sophomores and juniors were officially admitted into the club in mid-March.

The ceremony, carried out by Master of Ceremonies, Signor Delli-Carpini, featured a live singing performance, flute duet, speeches and well-wishes from several members of the WCSD Board, as well as Signora Fusco. After the newly-inducted members recited the society's Italian pledge, they received their membership certification. As they walked across the stage, members had their favorite Italian word appear across the projector’s screen while the officers announced their favorite part of Italian class and Società. By the end of the night, the society gained a great amount of new members. With the help of current Società members and Signora’s dedication, induction proved a success.

As each year progresses, Società continues to grow, inducting new members who are eager to learn the Italian language and culture, thus advancing in their studies. Signora and the members strive to promote Italian to the students of John Jay, while involving the community.

Congratulations to all inductees. Auguri!

© 2016 Taylor Dowd. All rights reserved.

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