Cairo Nile at Night

    Cairo

    No doubt, Cairo is one of the most unique cities in the world.  Where else can you visit the Giza Pyramids, shop at a modern art gallery and enjoy a meal on the Nile all in the same day? The largest city in Africa and the Middle East, Cairo has long served as the cultural, political and social capital of the Middle East.  Today, Cairo boasts an exquisite opera house, a thriving arts scene, trendy cafes and plays, and a host to the Cairo International Film Festival each year. 

    At AUC, we take full advantage of the fact that we are located in one of the most dynamic cities in the world.  The University takes inspiration from Cairo itself in our academic programs, using it as a site for learning and integrating it into our curriculum. Drawing heavily on Cairo as an extension of the classroom means we have students who are not only open and creative thinkers, but they are actively engaged in the society and the world around them. 

    Meet Eryn! Adventurous Spirit: Singing, Cooking and Exploring the Cairo Scene

    Meet Eryn! Adventurous Spirit: Singing, Cooking and Exploring the Cairo Scene

    After only two months, Eryn Amodeo, study abroad student, has made roots at AUC and in Cairo, exploring the various extracurricular events and activities available to her on campus and venturing out to explore Cairo's music and art scene all while continuing to pursue her major in global communications.
    Cairo, Vibrant and Budget-Friendly, Is Ready Again for the World Stage
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    Neighborhood Initiative

    The establishment of a Neighborhood Initiative on AUC's Tahrir and New Cairo campuses presents an opportunity for AUC to reflect on place-based strategies that combine elements of civic engagement and anchor strategies relevant to the region.

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    Our Faculty

    Helen Rizzo Aims to Reframe Sexual Harassment and Gender Relations in Egypt

    Through two projects focused on gender relations and gender-based violence in Egypt, Helen Rizzo, associate professor of sociology and chair of the Department of Sociology, Egyptology and Anthropology, is examining if masculinities can be redefined to engage men in anti-gender-based violence (GBV)...
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    Rethinking Nile Policy

    Rethinking Nile Policy

    Jasmine Moussa '02 '05, assistant professor of law, evaluates foreign and domestic policies that govern use of the Nile waters.
    • HUSS building

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      The campus offers state-of-the-art resources to students and faculty from Egypt and around the world.

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      Students come from over 60 different countries, fostering an atmosphere of intercultural diversity.

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      AUC offers more than 34 undergraduate programs and 41 graduate programs to nearly 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

    • AUC Portal Garden

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      AUC strives to serve as a local and global catalyst for change.

    • Basketball playing

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      Our sports complex is home to more than 22 athletic programs from basketball to taekwondo.

    • Campus Center

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      The Campus Center is a favorite spot for students to socialize between classes.

    • Sport Complex

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      AUC New Cairo is a spacious, technologically advanced and environmentally friendly campus.

    • AUC Portal Green

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      The architectural harmony of the campus comes from a blend of geometry, materials and landscaping.

    • School of Sciences and Engineering Courtyard

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      AUC offers more than 90 scholarships based on need and merit to ensure we have the best and brightest students around.

    • Students in garden

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      The vast University Garden is an oasis for the AUC community.

    • Students on the stairs

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      Our students are involved in over 70 clubs on campus.

    • AUC Classroom

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      The University’s liberal arts education encourages students to think critically and examine their roles in the world.

    • AUC Commencement Ceremony

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      More than 38,000 AUC alumni are helping to shape their communities in Egypt and around the world.

    • Research in the Clean Room

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      Nanotechnology research at AUC works on a microscopic level to change the way people live.

    • Swimming Team

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      AUC won 17 gold medals at the National Universities Sports Tournament this year.

    • Food court

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      AUC offers delicious, international food choices at locations across campus.

    • AUC Tahrir Square

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      The historic Tahrir Square campus was at the heart of the January 25 Revolution.

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      AUC Library holds the largest English-language collection in Egypt.

    Spotlight

    AUC, New Cairo City Authority Discuss Potential Cooperation

    AUC welcomed a delegation from the New Cairo City Authority last week, discussing potential cooperation in a number of fields, including sustainability, cultural activities, training and technical support. President Francis Ricciardone and University Counselor Ashraf Hatem, along with other AUC...
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    Spotlight

    AUC Promotes Education for Sustainable Development in Egyptian Schools

    In the midst of growing movements toward educational change in Egypt, AUC’s Center for Sustainable Development has launched a project, titled School of 2030: Education for Sustainable Development in Boulaq El Dakrour – EduCamp III. The project’s main objective is to transform education in Egypt by...
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    Bernard O’Kane Islamic Architecture
    Our Faculty

    Islamic Architecture at AUC: 'Harmonizing Cultural Heritage with Modernity'

    Professor Bernard O'Kane talks about the significance of studying Cairo's one-of-a-kind legacy in Islamic architecture, while working toward designing for the future.
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    Today's weather:

    32 °C

    89.6 °F

    Clear sky
    Light breeze, 7.2 km/h from North

    Special Attractions

    Pyramids
    Al Azhar Mosque
    Coptic Cairo
    Old Cairo
    Cairo Tower
    Cairo Citadel
    Abdeen Palace
    El Manial Palace
    Egyptian Museum
    Museum of Islamic Art
    Coptic Museum
    Um Kalthoum Museum
    National Military Museum
    Azhar Park
    Andalus Park
    El Sawy Culture Wheel
    Cairo Opera House
    Nile Ferries and Felucca Rides
    TownHouse Gallery

    Useful Resources

    Cairo Events
    Cairo Scholars
    Understanding Cairo
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