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

Political Science 4th Annual Conference: The Politics of Gender Equality

Join Nadje Al-Ali, Brown University and other scholars from Egypt and around the globe as they all come together to discuss the issues of gender and politics.

Feb

International Women's Day 2022 Students Essay Award: Call for Papers

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

We welcome essay submissions from all undergraduate students titled "How Has The 'Me Too' Movement Influenced Your Life And Understanding Of Sexual Harassment In Egypt And Elsewhere."

Feb

A Beautiful Dreamer: Mahmoud El Lozy

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

A BEAUTIFUL DREAMER: MAHMOUD EL LOZY - Tribute Event and Exhibition - A night to pay tribute to and celebrate our love for prolific thespian Mahmoud Al-Lozy in a theatre where he put on some of his most memorable work. Born 68 years ago this February, Mahmoud lived with unbridled passion and childish curiosity. Speaking on his artistic prowess and generous, if weary, heart will be several o...

Feb

Meisner Acting Technique Workshop

12:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join award-winning actor, writer, director, and producer Scott Trost as he carries the legacy of teaching great Sanford Meisner.

Feb

Spring 2022 Seminar Series: World of Islam

Feb 2 – Apr 13

6:00 pm – 7:15 pm

Online

An ARIC seminar series on the World of Islam, consisting of seven seminars from scholars in North America, Europe, and at AUC. Each presenter will speak on one of seven regions of the Islamic world, showcasing its diversity and difference. Regions include: Egypt, Hindustan, Sham, Damascus, West Africa, Al-Andalus, and Khurasan. The seminar series is convened by Dr. Ahmad Khan, Assistant Profess...

Feb

Learn the Meaning of Malcolm X

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Online

Learn the Meaning of Malcolm X: From those who knew him Panelists: Aisha al-Adawiya (Women In Islam, Inc./ Schomburg Center) Professor James Small (City University of New York/ Organization of Afro-American Unity) Dr. Ahmed Siddig Osman (Dartmouth College) Join our panelists as they discuss the African American human rights leader, Malcolm X, his influence on them and on the world.

Feb

Self Love

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Do you want to know why self-love is not selfish? Do you want to know the practical steps to achieve self-love? Join us to get answers to these vital questions.

Feb

Emotional Eating

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Online

Food is an essential staple in our lives for both our physical and emotional wellbeing, but have you ever felt that you and food just don?t ?get along?? Do you eat looking for comfort, because you?re feeling stressed or simply bored? Our emotions and stressors can impact our eating habits, and identifying these emotional triggers can help you not only gain control but also reach mental and ph...

Feb

Moon Dust exhibition

Feb 16 – Mar 17

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Don't miss this photo essay by Egyptian documentary photographer Mohamed Mahdy as he captures a close-up of the Egyptian community's struggle against devastating air pollution.

Feb

DuArto: Violin and Piano

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

DuArto: Violin and Piano Music from the Baroque to Present Malak Gabr Theater, New Cairo. Monday, Feb. 14, 1:00 pm Live-streaming: https://youtu.be/N_f-shDPgDM Travel through time, from the Baroque to the present day, by listening to various pieces composed for violin and piano. Free admission and open to the public.