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CASAR Public Lecture: Dangerous Crosswords—Market Behavior and Political Messaging in the U.S.

Join us in an exciting lecture with Dr. James Spellman where we delve into an exploration of the behavioral dynamics of financial markets and the dangers of political messaging when behavioral economics is misunderstood, using examples from the United States. Guest Speaker: Dr. James Spellman, Principal of Strategic Communications LLC, Public Affairs | Washington, D.C. Venue: Tim Sullivan L...

Feb

Innovation Museum

11:00 am

AUC New Cairo

The AUC Innovation Hub invites you to explore the Innovation Museum. Engage with creators, celebrate our milestones and immerse yourself in the vibrant AUC community.

Feb

Regenerative Capitalism: Fact or Fiction?

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

AUC New Cairo

The John D. Gerhart Center for Philanthropy, Civic Engagement and Responsible Business will host a public lecture featuring John Elkington, a pioneer of the global sustainability movement with over 50 years of experience advising companies on sustainability, business and markets. He is the co-founder of Environmental Data Services (ENDS) Sustainability, John Elkington Associates and Volans, all...

Apr

History Hash Outs: Sacred Capital—the Modernization of Islamic Endowments in Egypt, 1851-1914

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Explore how modern Egypt reimagined awqaf, transforming endowments into financial institutions and reshaping communities beyond narratives of ruination and development.

Apr

History Hash Outs: Get to Know HIPE

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

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

Feb

Giza After the Pyramids: The Case of the Fifth Dynasty Mastaba of Akhmerutnisut (G 2184)

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

The lecture focuses on the thus far unpublished Fifth Dynasty mastaba of Akhmerutnisut (G 2184), located in the Western Cemetery at Giza, and will to expand our understanding not only of the tomb itself, but also of the funerary landscape in the period just after the site ceased to be used as a royal burial place. The Mastaba of Akhmerutnisut Documentation Project (MAD-P) aims to provide the fi...

Feb

Adolfo Mendonca Trio Concert

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Smooth rhythms, bold improvisation, and pure jazz expression Join us for an evening of live jazz with the Adolfo Mendonça Trio, featuring piano, bass, and drums in a dynamic performance that celebrates the tradition and artistry of jazz. Free and open to the public!

May

The Causes and Consequences of Ahistoricism in International Development

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

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.

Apr

Sound / Object / Gesture: Technology as an Expressive Instrument

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for a talk by David Rafferty, associate professor of practice and director of the Music Program, on creative research regarding the mapping of human gesture to sound and real-time computer graphics in audiovisual performance.

Feb

Campus Conversation: Spring 2026 — Open Discussion and Updates

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join the upcoming Campus Conversation and take part in the discussion! Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to submit their questions and suggestions via this link.