University of Cossa
Università di Cossa (UniCo) | |
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| Motto |
Pilastro della conoscienza (Pillar of knowledge) |
|---|---|
| Established | 1707 AN |
Academic affiliation |
UVA |
| Rector | Chiara De Luca |
| Principal | Paolo Romano |
Administrative staff |
1.900 professors and researchers 1.400 technical and administrative |
| Students | 57 988 |
| Location | , |
| Colors | |
University of Cossa (Università degli Studi di Cossa, in Vegnian), abbreviated as UniCo, is a state university located in the city of Cossa and founded in 1707 AN.
History
After the Vegnese Second War of Independence in 1705 AN, and in anticipation of an emerging government, priority was given to the design of a large state university. Its construction, in addition to educating the youth of the current Republic of Vegno, created numerous job opportunities for the residents of Cossa. The decision to build the university in Timpone Rosso, a city located in one of the most notorious outskirts of Cossa after the fall of the Gralan Empire, symbolizes the emerging Vegno's desire to establish a state capable of revitalizing the territory under its control.
Visual Identity
The visual identity of the University of Cossa is a distinctive representation that embodies the institution's core values and heritage. At the heart of this identity are five bold, parallel red lines, symbolizing the institution's unwavering commitment to progress and excellence. These lines are not only a visual representation of the university's forward momentum but also a nod to the vibrant energy that flows through its academic corridors. Accompanying these dominant red lines are two smaller, yet equally significant, gray lines. These gray lines signify the university's dedication to inclusivity and diversity, reminding us that the institution welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life. Beneath these gray lines lies a striking black triangle, representing the foundation of knowledge upon which the University of Cossa is built. It serves as a reminder that education is the cornerstone of personal and societal growth.
Structure
Campus
The campus covers an area of approximately 200 hectares on the hills of Timpone Rosso, a municipality located within the urban area of Cossa. The university complex takes the form of a long causeway, roughly two kilometers in length, that spans the valley of the Eiano River. The causeway consists of reinforced concrete structures and includes a vehicular lane as well as a pedestrian walkway. The causeway is named the 'Pietro Buccino Bridge', in memory of the engineer who made the project designed by Renzo Veloce possible. The buildings of the various university departments are cube-shaped and thirty meters high. They connect to the horizontal structure of the causeway, varying in height depending on the changes in the hills of Timpone Rosso.
The campus is divided into ten neighborhoods: Chiodo 1, Chiodo 2, Maisonnettes, Martensson A, Martensson B, Molicelle, Monaci, Nervoso, San Gennaro, Socrates; alongside these is the De Lieto residence.
Each neighborhood has a common center where various activities are organized, and it is served by the dining facilities of the Martensson and Maisonnettes neighborhoods. In addition to these, there are two more dining facilities, only active during lunchtime, located inside the multifunctional building and in Vermicelli Square.
Libraries
The University manages a system of three libraries, each dedicated to a disciplinary area:
- Interdepartmental Library of Economic and Social Sciences: Established in 1706 AN as a result of the merger of the libraries of the departments of political economy, organizational management, and public administration, sociology, and political science. In 1710 AN, it was named after the economist Ezio Tatariello.
- Library of the Technical-Scientific Area: Founded in 1706 AN through the conversion of the former central library.
- Library of the Humanities Area: Established in 1715 AN and later named after Franco Ernesto Cormorano, a philosophy professor who passed away prematurely.
Educational Offering
The university is subdivided into 10 Deparments:
- Department of Biology, Ecology, and Earth Sciences
- Faculty of Biodiversity and Natural Systems - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Biology - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Biology - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage (enabling according to legislative decree no. 42/2004) - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Biological Sciences and Technologies - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Geological Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Geological Sciences - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Technologies
- Faculty of Chemistry - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Chemistry - Master's Degree
- Department of Culture, Education, and Society - DiCES
- Faculty of Digital Document Management and Conservation - Master's Degree (Blended)
- Faculty of Education Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Education Sciences - Bachelor's Degree (Blended)
- Faculty of Intelligence for Legality and Protection of Cultural and Archaeological Heritage - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Linguistic Mediation - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Pedagogical Sciences - Master's Degree
- Department of Economics, Statistics, and Finance "Giovanni Anania" - DESF
- Faculty of Data science for business strategies - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Economics - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Economics and business - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Finance and insurance - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Statistics for data science - Bachelor's Degree
- Department of Humanities
- Faculty of Ancient Sciences - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Communication and Dams - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Communication and Information Technologies - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Dams and History of Art: Organization and Theory of Arts, Music, and Theater - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Letters and Cultural Heritage - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Modern Languages and Cultures - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Modern Languages and Literatures - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Modern Philology - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Philosophy and History - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Philosophical Sciences - Master's Degree
- Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
- Faculty of Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Computer Science - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Mathematics - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Mathematics - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Primary Education Sciences - Master's Degree
- Department of Business and Legal Sciences
- Faculty of Business Economics - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty o fBusiness Economics and Management - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Enhancement of Cultural and Tourism Systems - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Law - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Legal Services for Digital Innovation - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Tourism Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Department of Pharmacy and Health and Nutrition Sciences
- Faculty of Nursing (enabling for the nursing profession) - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Scientific Information on Drugs and Health Products - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Medicine and Surgery - td - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Nutritional Science - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Nutritional Science - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Pharmacy - Master's Degree
- Department of Physics
- Faculty of Physics - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Physics - Master's Degree
- Department of Political and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Political Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Administrative Sciences - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Social Work - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Media and Digital Society - Bachelor's Degree
- Faculty of Political Sciences and Comparative Institutions - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Public Administration Sciences - Master's Degree
- Faculty of Sociology, Cooperation, and Development - Master's Degree
Mascotte
Ruffo il Ruffiano, the cormorant mascot of the University of Cossa, is a fascinating and one of a kind character who embodies Vegno's ideals of knowledge, adaptability and national pride. Ruffo is known for his adaptability and versatility, thirst for knowledge, national pride in Vegno, and collaboration and sharing. Ruffo il Ruffiano is an inspirational icon to the students and staff of the University of Cossa, channeling these ideals and values into a rich and meaningful educational experience. His lively presence and friendly character create a welcoming and inspiring environment for all those dedicated to discovery and learning.
Rectors
- Marco De Rosa (from 1707 to 1712)
- Giovanni Martini (from 1712 to 1717)
- Alessandro Ferrari (from 1717 to 1720)
- Chiara De Luca (from 1720)
