The connect family project connects Erasmus incoming students at University of Catania with university employes' families. The families have a genuine interest in getting to know a different culture and learn about other countries. Through this project Erasmus incoming students have the opportunity to learn about Italian culture focusing particularly on Sicilian traditions. The connected family is in contact with at least two students and spend time together during the students Erasmus mobility in Catania. Students do not live with families, but they meet at least twice and spend time together.
The International office at Catania University arranges a mingle at the beginning of the semesters with the purpose of making it easy for families and students to meet up the first time. It also organizes joint activity mid up way through the semester and a farewell activity at the end.