Upcoming Events | The American University in Cairo

Hedda Gabler | Theatrical Play

Apr 28 – May 2

Step into Hedda Gabler’s world, where desire, secrets and control collide, unraveling the lives around her

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Department of Philosophy: Information Session

Meet fall 2026 professors, explore course options, discuss content and get your questions answered in one interactive session.

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History Hash Outs: Get to Know HIPE

Ever wondered what happens when history literature and philosophy meet? Join HIPE to explore ideas, connect disciplines and lead the future.

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The Philosophy of Woody Allen’s Cinema: Morality, Guilt and Ethical Dilemmas (Crimes and Misdemeanors)

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Is morality real without consequences? Explore ethics and guilt through Woody Allen’s Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989).

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Theatrical Show | Bakathir Museum

May 1 – May 2

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Step into a living museum as renowned director Ahmed Fouad reimagines Bakathir’s legacy through an immersive theatrical experience that blends heritage and modernity.

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New Cairo, Do You Love Me?

May 3 – May 17

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Experience New Cairo City through stark black-and-white photography confronting promises, alienation and lived reality in a debut exhibition by emerging photographers Judi Yassin and Tia Khalil.

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A Tale of Two Palaces: Recent Excavations at Qantir-Pi-Ramesse

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Discover newly uncovered palaces at Pi-Ramesse as Henning Franzmeier reveals insights into New Kingdom royal architecture, decoration and ancient Egyptian urban life.

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The Animals of Ancient Egypt, Then and Now: In-Person Book Talk

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join authors Richard Hoath and Salima Ikram as they discuss the inspiration behind their exploration of the animals that shaped Egypt’s landscapes, culture and history from ancient times to the present.

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Goodmori Ensemble Concert

Join us for the Korea–Egypt Exchange Concert, celebrating 30 years of diplomatic relations between Korea and Egypt.

History Hash Outs—Between the Mad and the Bad: Psychiatrists and Patients in Egypt’s State Asylums

1:00 pm

Examine Egypt’s colonial asylums and mental health history with Yasmin Shafei, exploring psychiatry, power, patients and the state and society.

Engineering, Earth and Psychological Science: Necessary Partners in Addressing Climate Change

Join Amanda B. Clinton, APA senior director, for a talk on psychology’s role in climate solutions and transdisciplinary approaches today.

The Philosophy of Woody Allen’s Cinema: Absurdity and Critique of Political Systems (Bananas)

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Conclude with Bananas, exploring political philosophy through satire, power and revolution in Engy El-Refaee’s four-week workshop series.

Psychology and Technology

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Explore psychology’s evolving role in technology, AI and global change with Amanda B. Clinton, APA senior director.

Alumni Awards Ceremony 2026

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Celebrate outstanding AUC alumni achievements across fields, service and the arts in a ceremony featuring awards, special guests and live entertainment.

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Keda Effeh presents Mina Nader Comedy Show

May 8 – May 9

Catch Mina Nader live at AUC Tahrir for two nights of high-energy stand-up, relatable humor and nonstop laughter.

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AUC Employment Fair

11:00 am

Explore diverse career paths at our employment fair, connecting enrolled AUC students and alumni with leading companies offering opportunities.

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2026 Graduate Student Awards in Arab and Islamic Civilizations and Scanlon Keynote Lecture

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Celebrate graduate excellence with Nicholas Warner’s Scanlon Keynote on conserving Cairo’s Shrine of Ikhwat Yusuf and honoring outstanding theses annually.

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The Causes and Consequences of Ahistoricism in International Development

Join us for a talk with historian Michael Gubser as he examines how ahistorical thinking has shaped the field of international development, tracing its different forms as well as their causes and long-term effects.

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Concert | Center Stage and Students Show

Join us for Center Stage and Student Show, an evening of live performances by AUC music majors and students; celebrating creativity, collaboration and the energy of their music in one unforgettable night.

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Kataklò Italian Athletic Dance Theatre

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Experience Kataklò, where Giulia Staccioli’s vision blends dance, acrobatics and physical theatre into a powerful performance.

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In Loving Memory of Professor Steffen Stelzer

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Join us in honoring Professor Emeritus Steffen Stelzer, celebrating his legacy of teaching, scholarship and decades of service to AUC.

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Jun

Summer@AUC Bootcamps 2026

Jun 28 – Aug 13

9:00 am

Explore short-term bootcamps building practical skills aligned with your goals, offering hands-on learning and opportunities to connect with a like-minded community.

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Jul

College Bound: AUC Summer 2026

Jul 26 – Aug 13

9:00 am