The European campus of the Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies, located in Bologna, Italy. Home to the oldest university in Europe, Bologna’s long tradition of education, cultural heritage and political vitality makes it an attractive location for SAIS' European campus. On the cusp of its 60th anniversary, SAIS in Europe is distinguished by strong faculty-student relationships, vigorous debate and a cohesive social and intellectual community. Exposure to contrasting European and U.S. perspectives on global issues and its strategic location in the MENA region offer a distinctive academic advantage—making for an extraordinarily enriching experience.