About us

Capodifaro

Capodifaro is an elegant ancient building in the heart of Carignano, a few meters from the centre of Genoa. The hall of residence is perfect for the needs of students and the neighborhood, well served by public transport, is strategic to easily reach Universities located in the different areas of the city.

With its personalized training project Capodifaro helps university students to deepen and integrate the teachings offered by university faculties with “soft skills” that are increasingly in demand in the world of work.

Direction Team

Capodifaro is led by professionals in the educational field. Their training is in continuous development; each year the members of the direction conduct refresher training and methodological enrichment.

The personal relationship that develops between direction and students is one of the many strengths of life at Capodifaro; it is a relationship built on listening and openness, to calmly face the challenges and embrace increasingly ambitious goals.

"I come from Sicily and I live in Norway with my Italian-Norwegian family, I am a proud mother and a leading professional in the energy industry. My experience in Capodifaro has certainly contributed to building the person I am now. I was welcomed in a safe, stimulating and full of opportunities environment. Capodifaro also gave me the opportunity to create precious friendships and relations that I will always carry with me"

Oriana Parisi

Alumna, Leader Marine Operation in Equinor

"Capodifaro became my home and the students who lived with, my family. My experience in Capodifaro has been like an international immersion, that let me meet extraordinary and lasting friends. And that's why it's a pleasure to come back and meet again."

Carolina Ghittino

Alumna, Members Relations & Events Officer, The Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the UK

“Enrolled in the Salerno Campus, I completed my university studies at the Polytechnic of Genoa to face new challenges and a new lifestyle. Capodifaro welcomed me in a moment of deep change, giving me the opportunity to learn about life and to face new opportunities. In Capodifaro I built strong and long lasting relationships. It was and is my home away from home. "

Antonetta Nunziata

Alumna, Research fellow @DICCA - Università degli Studi di Genova

"When I think about years spent in Capodifaro I remember them with great affection. I arrived during my first year as medical student without knowing what to expect. Capodifaro's goal is to be an home away from home, and it is just like that. It is a great place to live and study. There I made friendships that will last forever, I studied a lot and enjoyed myself at the same time. I would not hesitate to recommend Capodifaro to any student who wants not only a place to stay but a real house to live."

Francesca Castagnoli

Radiology intern at Università degli Studi di Brescia

"Capodifaro was the best discovery I could make for my university experience. It was a welcoming home and a priceless opportunity for training and study, which integrated and enriched my academic career. Even today, I find myself applying the lessons learned over the years in Capodifaro "

Irene Palma

Alumna, Planner and Controller - Fincantieri

Life in residence made me fully focus on my university studies. Living with many other students and collaborating together in the activities proposed by the Residence has guaranteed me a continuous challenge, useful for my personal growth. Strong friendships were born between all the residents and also after many years we still love sharing moments together.

Francesca Ugolini

Alumna, architect and teacher

"Living in Capodifaro made me face the university years with concentration in a familiar and welcoming atmosphere. Life in residence has enriched my university path with activities and training meetings, but above all with new important and lasting friendships. Even today it is my point of reference where I return with pleasure to meet positive people and continue my personal growth."

Maddalena Mugnosso

Alumna, Post-doctoral fellow presso Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT)

I left Sardinia to attend the University of Genoa. In Capodifaro I found exactly what I was looking for, a fantastic environment that made me feel at home. I remember my first day in college as it was yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting special people that I will always carry in my heart: I's really my second family. Capodifaro is not form only a place to live, but a welcoming house with a thousand opportunities of growth and training, fundamental in my career path. Capodifaro is always ready to welcome me! When I come back, it is as if I have never left.

Gaia Carlotta Grosso

Training pursera MSC

Residence Stories

The atmosphere that reigns in Capodifaro is that of a typical welcoming home that is always open, where everyone cares for each other and works together for the good of all.

Life in the Residence is marked by commitment to daily practice, but is enriched by moments of fun, shared experiences, cultural studies and sports, that must be part of a young and university environment.

Like in a family, every resident is called on to take on small tasks to form a strong sense of responsibility and accountability, and to develop human skills both of relational and managerial nature. This approach will provide a wealth of essential experiences for the student’s personal and professional growth.

Home Administration Team

At Capodifaro we take care of every detail to make residents feel at home. Specialized teams take care of housekeeping, cooking, cleaning and laundry services, creating a warm and cozy home.

Meals are prepared to provide a healthy and balanced diet. Like family, we pamper our students on joyous occasions such as holidays, birthdays and anniversaries.