Dr. Antonio Idini

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Antonio Idini’s research interests encompass Foreign Language Pedagogy with a focus on Italian and English, Italian literature, Native American literature, Detective Fiction, Contemporary Cinema, and Poetry. He has contributed to Italian literature through translation, notably translating works by Acoma author Simon Ortiz and publishing them with an introductory essay through Quattroventi. His academic pursuits also include the study of Basic Italian Language, World Literatures, Natural and Artificial Languages, and contributions from Italophone Writers.

Research Interests

Foreign Language Pedagogy Italian Literature Native American Literature Detective Fiction Contemporary Cinema Poetry Translation

Experience

Associate Professor (Teaching)

— Present

USC Dornsife • Los Angeles, CA

Italian Language Director

2012-01-05 — 2017-05-15

USC Dornsife • Los Angeles, CA

Secretary

— Present

Dornsife Faculty Council • Los Angeles, CA

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.