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Founding, Leadership, & Location: Molise Italian Studies was founded in January, 2020 by Founding Directors Scott and Meagan Holcomb, and is headquartered in Arvada, CO (and also operates throughout the Italian region of Molise).

What We Do: Molise Italian Studies challenges traditional study abroad and tourism models through the integration of holistic Global Intercultural Citizenship; safe, scaffolded, and individualized instruction and support; and intentional and sustainable travel.

Molise IS a full slate of travel and education programs for participants of any background, including Adult Study Abroad, Digital Nomads, Italian Language training, University Semesters, Summer Internships, and Faculty-Led programs—all based in the small and authentic Italian region of Molise—as well as virtual courses, workshops, and coaching surrounding personal development through our domestic arm, The Center for Intercultural Citizenship.

Team: In addition to our Founding Directors, Scott & Meagan Holcomb, Molise Italian Studies is fortunate to have an amazing team of contributors and partners.

• Annunziata Lanni, Italy Coordinator
• Lakendra Brunston-Parker, HBCU Coordinator
• Courtney Carver, Mental Health Coordinator
• Robin J. Lewis, Senior Academic Advisor
• Li Wang (Jasmine), China Director
• Andrea Rossi, On-Site Support Coordinator
• Anna Scolari, Online Italian Teacher
• Sofia Petrecca, on-site Conversational Italian Teacher
• See more about our team and partners here.

Growth: Molise Italian Studies is a fast-growing and forward-thinking company.

• $314,628.31 in 2025 sales (71.73% annual growth; 1,367.37% increase since 2022)
• $246,513 contributed to Molise’s economy through 2025