Institute for Middle East Studies at GWU

07/30/2024

Still need to register for classes? Check out Dr. Nathan Brown's PSC 6377 - Comparative Politics of the Middle East!

This course will concentrate on five aspects of the comparative politics of the Middle East: state formation; regime type and change; political economy; religion and politics; and sectarianism and identity. We will begin by examining each of these topics cross-regionally and conceptually and then move to more detailed consideration for each one,
generally by focusing on a country or case study. The course will also have regular (if virtual) guest appearances by the authors of some of the works studied.

05/28/2024

Don’t miss this great event tomorrow!

Experts discuss the roles and threats of emerging technologies during major global crises.

04/26/2024

With the end of the semester quickly approaching it's time to reflect on our amazing events from this past semester. IMES discussion on Dr. Mejdulene Bernard Shomali’s recent book Between Banat: Q***r Arab Critique and Transnational Arab Archives with Dr. Mona Oraby. For events like this and more visit https://buff.ly/3TgBDQz to stay up to date.

04/10/2024

Join IMES, in-person or online, on April 19th for our Annual conference,' Middle East Knowledge Production in the Aftermath of October 7th! The three panels prompts us to consider systemic shifts in the US academy and beyond and their significance in shaping knowledge production as the war unfolds.

RSVP: https://buff.ly/3vCKvqR

04/05/2024

Join us for the ATC conference Thursday May 2nd from 8:30 am-2 pm EDT on "Serving Arabic Language Students: Challenges and Opportunities". Three expert speakers will cover the topics of heritage language learners, inclusive approaches to teaching, and issues regarding AI and ChatGPT in the classroom. Dr. Kamilia Rahmouni, Teaching Assistant Professor in the School of World Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and a member of the DC-ATC Advisory Board, will also present a keynote address.

RSVP and find out more at: https://buff.ly/3PQ34P2

04/03/2024

Join IMES tomorrow, online on April 4th for our next event! A Conversation with author Shay Hazkani about his book, 'Dear Palestine: A Social History of the 1948 War ' which reveals the fissures between sanctioned nationalism and individual identity. This book reminds us that everyday people's fear, bravery, arrogance, cruelty, lies, and exaggerations are as important in history as the preoccupations of the elites.

Link to RSVP: https://buff.ly/3TUPaNW

03/27/2024

Join IMES online on April 4th for our next event! A Conversation with author Shay Hazkani about his book, 'Dear Palestine: A Social History of the 1948 War ' which reveals the fissures between sanctioned nationalism and individual identity. This book reminds us that everyday people's fear, bravery, arrogance, cruelty, lies, and exaggerations are as important in history as the preoccupations of the elites.

Link to RSVP: https://buff.ly/3TUPaNW

03/12/2024

Don't miss our annual conference: "The current war in/on Gaza continues to reverberate beyond the region. How has it impacted academic research, public scholarship, teaching, and policymaking in institutions of higher education and other research centers? This year’s IMES annual conference prompts us to consider systemic shifts in the US academy and beyond and their significance in shaping knowledge production as the war unfolds."

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03/01/2024

Happy March! The semester may be halfway through but here at IMES events are far from over. Make sure to check out this months line up, mark your calendars and check back for more info on your favorite events. March too busy but want to join us for future events? visit https://buff.ly/3TgBDQz for future events and constant updates.

02/28/2024

CORRECTION: Join IMES in-person or online this Thursday, February 29th for our next event! A Conversation with author Lisa Bhungalia and Ilana Feldman on 'Elastic Empire: Refashioning War through Aid in Palestine '

Link to RSVP:https://buff.ly/49xgVl0

02/28/2024

Join IMES in-person or online this Thursday, February 27th for our next event! A Conversation with author Lisa Bhungalia and Ilana Feldman on 'Elastic Empire: Refashioning War through Aid in Palestine '

Link to RSVP:https://buff.ly/49xgVl0

02/19/2024

Join IMES in-person, TOMORROW, February 20th for our next event! An in-person and online Panel conversation on 'Tensions in the Middle East: The War in Gaza, Iran, and the Houthis". Joined by speakers Sina Azodi, Jonathan Lord, Barbara Slavin, and Negar Mortazavi.

RSVP In-Person: https://buff.ly/49G8zqZ
RSVP Online: https://buff.ly/3SMxOkr

12/15/2023

Interview Highlight Alert🚨 Check out Ambassador Gordon Gray discussing President Biden's comment that Israel is conducting indiscriminate bombing in Gaza.

Read More: https://buff.ly/48kmPVH

12/15/2023

Happy last night of Hanukkah! We hope the last few nights have been filled with joy, light and many delicious treats.

12/12/2023

Join us TODAY for the next ATC event from 12-1:30pm EDT for "How to Read the Room: A Storyteller's Approach to Connecting with Students " with David Sewell McCann. This workshop will work on reading the room and adapting your lesson plan to better meet the students where they are. RSVP at:https://buff.ly/47FL00J

12/08/2023

Calling current & prospective Graduate GW students! AY 2024 FLAS fellowships available to GW graduate students studying the Middle East. Visit the link for more information on AY fellowships as well as to apply before Feb. 1st & make sure to check back for info on summer opportunities: https://buff.ly/3NvXkHG

12/05/2023

Join us for the next ATC event Tuesday December 12th from 12-1:30pm EDT for "How to Read the Room: A Storyteller's Approach to Connecting with Students " with David Sewell McCann. This workshop will work on reading the room and adapting your lesson plan to better meet the students where they are.

RSVP at:https://buff.ly/47FL00J

12/01/2023

Interview Highlight Alert🚨 Check out Ambassador Gordon Gray discussing the Diplomatic legacy of Henry Kissinger with a focus on his Middle Eastern Policy

Read the full article at:https://buff.ly/3RqvCzC

11/30/2023

Book Recommendation for you...Muslim Democratic Parties in the Middle East: Economy and Politics of Islamist Moderation, by A. Kadir Yildirim. This weeks book seeks to provide answers to the question why some countries in the Middle East such as Turkey have undergone successful transformations from political Islamism to Muslim democracy, while other countries such as Egypt are still dominated by Islamist political parties.

11/29/2023

Are you interested in studying a language abroad? Did you miss the CLS deadline? Apply for the Boren Scholarships for Undergraduate and Graduate Students by January! Boren Scholars and Fellows study a wide range of critical languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese, and Swahili. Boren Awards are available to students of all proficiency levels who are committed to enhancing their skills. Find more info at
https://buff.ly/2DdnEps

11/25/2023

Do you still have some space in your schedule and you aren’t sure how to fill it? This spring 2024 Professor Ahmad will be teaching ANTH 2991: Anthropology of Islam! Make sure to check out this undergraduate class and maybe even add it to your schedule!

11/24/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at GWU IMES! May you have a happy, safe and family filled day.

11/21/2023

Join us for the next ATC event Tuesday October 25th from 1-2:30pm EDT for "Reading Current Events in the Arabic Classroom" with Sana Hilmi is Assistant Professor of Arabic at Northern Virginia Community College. This workshop will offer activities and address controversial topics to keep in mind when selecting news items for language learning to ensure that all students are welcomed and may talk freely in the classroom.

RSVP: https://buff.ly/475a7dg

11/17/2023

Still have some space in your schedule and not sure how to fill it? This spring 2024 Professor Azodi will be teaching PSC 2993: Politics of Modern Iran! Make sure to check out this undergraduate/ graduate cross listed class and maybe even add it to your schedule!

11/16/2023

Join IMES in-person tomorrow on November 16th for our next event! A Conversation with author Yael Berda and Arie Dubnov on 'Between the colonial and the authoritarian: The two faces of Israel’s regime overhaul'

Link to RSVP: https://buff.ly/47bRa8X

11/10/2023

New article! Read " There might be no day after in Gaza" written by GWU Professor Nathan Brown! Visit the link to read more:https://buff.ly/3MD3arw

11/10/2023

With class registration coming up it can be overwhelming with all the class options. This spring 2024 Professor Azodi will be teaching PSC 2993: Politics of Modern Iran! Make sure to check out this undergraduate class and maybe even add it to your schedule!