October 17, 2022
Our Favorite Pieces from the Gazbia Sirry Exhibition
An exhibition honoring world-famous painter and former AUC instructor Gazbia Sirry will open on October 23 at Center of Arts (Aisha Fahmy Palace) in Zamalek.
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Arts and Culture
October 16, 2022Shining a Light on Water Pollutants
Science and TechDid you know that every type of bacteria has a unique light signature? Mohamed Swillam, professor and chair of the Department of Physics, is using this fact to identify different types of pathogens in Egypt’s water supply with new remote sensors designed by the professor and his team.
October 12, 2022AUC's Mental Health Wellness Taskforce is Starting Conversations to Stop Stigma
Student ExperienceAs Mental Health Awareness week kicks off at AUC, activities, class visits and discussions with experts on mental health and well-being are happening across campus.
October 12, 2022So, What is COP?
Global connectionsCOP is a UN initiative that encourages international cooperation to mitigate the impacts of climate change by stabilizing greenhouse gas emissions and making ecosystems around the world more resilient. The 27th session will be held this year in Egypt.
October 11, 2022AUC Welcomes Richard Brow as Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Alumni Affairs
University NewsWith a master’s degree in Middle East studies and extensive experience working with NGOs and higher education institutions in the region, such as the American University of Beirut (AUB), Rich
October 9, 2022AUC Alumni and Community Members Featured in Forbes Middle East 30 Under 30 for 2022
Global connectionsForbes Middle East chose seven AUC alumni and community members for their 30 Under 3
October 5, 2022Corruption and Collapse: AUC’s Sarah El-Richani Explains Lebanon’s Financial Crisis
Global connectionsAfter a series of heists over the past few weeks, banks in Lebanon closed temporarily and heightened security.
October 4, 2022A Fresh Point of View on Middle Eastern Diasporas With AUC’s Ramy Aly
Global connectionsRamy Aly, assistant professor and anthropology unit head, has co-edited the newly released Routledge Handbook on Middle Eastern Diasporas.
September 28, 2022Al Ghurair STEM Scholars Laud AUC Journey, Contribution to Career Growth
Student ExperienceSince early in his childhood, Fadi Abdel Dawoud ‘21 had always been interested in pursuing a STEM career – a lifelong dream made possible by the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education vi
September 28, 2022AUC Introduces New Minors, Restructured Majors
University NewsFrom the arts to sciences — and the special places where they meet in between — AUC is offering two restructured majors and four new minors this fall.
September 27, 2022AUC Launches iRead Affiliate Club to Boost Reading Culture Across Egypt, MENA
Civic EngagementIn hopes of strengthening the love of literature in Egypt, AUC students are collaborating with iRead Middle East to establish AUC’s newest student-led organization: iRead AUC.
September 25, 2022Campus Conversation: Welcome Fall 2022
University NewsThe first Campus Conversation of Fall 2022 took place last Thursday, September 22. Here are the main takeaways: