School of Humanities and Social Sciences | The American University in Cairo

Simple Generation and the Semantics of Impossible Objects

An exciting seminar by keynote speaker Asad Q. Ahmed, Magistretti Distinguished Professor of M.E. Languages and Cultures Professor, Arabic and Islamic Studies, University of California, Berkeley.

May

UNDER_CTRL: Graphic Design Senior Show

May 11 – May 30

9:00 am

AUC New Cairo

Join us for an exciting show featuring the works of the graduating class and get inspired by their innovative designs, which tackle social, educational and environmental issues.

May

Consensus, Consistency, and Closure: Some Reflections on a Philosophy of Islamic Law

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Public lecture by Keynote Speaker: Asad Q. Ahmed Magistretti Distinguished Professor of M.E. Languages and Cultures Professor, Arabic and Islamic Studies Department of Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures Director, Center for Middle Eastern Studies (CMES) University of California, Berkeley

May

Ceremony and Reception of The George T. Scanlon Graduate Student Award in Arab and Islamic Civilizations

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Ceremony and Reception of The George T. Scanlon Graduate Student Award in Arab and Islamic Civilizations Welcome and Announcement of the Award Ellen Kenney Chair, Department of Arab and Islamic Civilizations “Celebrating the Memory and Legacy of George T. Scanlon” Presentation of the Award John Meloy Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, AUC Thesis Presentations Nabil...

May

Visual Arts Senior Show: Lab Rats

May 21 – May 30

10:00 am

AUC Tahrir Square

Don’t miss this thought-provoking art exhibition which challenges notions of bodily autonomy and explores the impact of political coercion and digitalization on our physical selves.

May

Arab Music Night: A Turath Night to Remember

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world with the AUC Arab Music Ensemble and the Arab Choir as they present an enchanting evening of classic Turath songs.

May

Center Stage Concert: Performances by Music Majors

8:30 pm – 9:30 pm

AUC New Cairo

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Musical Arts degree in Performance are featured in this end-of-semester recital. This concert is free, livestreaming and open to the public. May 15, 7 pm, Malak Gabr Theater, AUC New Cairo https://youtube.com/live/YNrvrMRkBa4?feature=share

May

Music Student Show: Performances by AUC Students

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Students enrolled in Individual Lessons in Voice or an Instrument (MUSC 1800) or Individual Lessons for Piano Proficiency (MUSC 2850) are featured in this end-of-semester recital. This concert is free and open to the public. Sunday, May 14, 7 pm, Malak Gabr Theatre, AUC New Cairo

May

AUC String Trio and Chamber Singers: A Musical Potpourri

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Enjoy two concerts in one. The AUC String Trio performance features music for two violas and a cello.

May

Cairo Guitar Collective Concert

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Catch this fantastic performance by the Cairo Guitar Collective, debuting five new works by composers living in Egypt.