Upcoming on Campus Events related to Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies:
November 17, 2009
Brown Bag Seminar: Fateh and Hamas: a Decade of Love-Hate Relations
Dr. Khalil Shikaki will review the recent history of political Islam in Palestine in the period after the 1967 war and how it was perceived by the nationalists. The focus will be on the last decade, one in which Hamas played a critical role in Palestinian domestic politics and relations with Israel, the integration of Hamas into the Palestinian political system in 2005-06, the violent takeover of the Gaza Strip, and the future of reconciliation. The event will take place in Olin-Sang 124, 12:15pm - 1:45pm
November 19, 2009
NEJS/IMES Coffehouse
Come meet faculty, UDRs, and students this Thursday, 5:30pm at Chums. Middle Eastern food and lively entertainment will be provided.
Welcome
Brandeis offers students the unique opportunity to acquire a strong foundation in Islamic and Middle Eastern studies (IMES) in preparation for graduate work or jobs in the public sector and in various organizations with a focus on the modern Middle East. The IMES program is sponsored by the Department of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, in conjunction with faculty in several other departments. Students, therefore, have an unusual opportunity to experience the intersection of Islam, Judaism and Christianity, and to interact with faculty members representing a variety of disciplines.
Announcements:
- Spring 2010 courses are now posted on the Current Course Offerings page
- Learn about the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies Undergraduate Departmental Representatives (UDR)
- For current sophomores make sure to register as an IMES major with Professor Lumbard this upcoming Spring semester!
- Mark your calendars and take advantage of the many upcoming events on campus related to the Middle East