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UNDER_CTRL: Graphic Design Senior Show

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

International Jazz Day

7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

International Jazz Day Concert Featuring EGYPT’S JAZZ ALL-STARS A fabulous lineup of classic and avant garde in celebration of this global art form. As part of UNESCO's International Jazz Day, AUC Tahrir Cultural Center is partnering with the Jazz Society of Egypt to celebrate with a mega concert on Sunday, May 14 featuring a stellar lineup of Egypt's jazz all stars! The line-u...

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

The Social and Political Constructs of the Neglected Gender; MEN!

2:30 pm – 4:30 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for an engaging session with renowned anthropologist Hania Sholkamy as she delves into the constructs of masculinities and norm setting in the Middle East. In this dynamic session, you gain insights into the complexities of gender dynamics in the region and discover strategies to promote gender equality. This workshop is organized by Tomorrow's Leaders Gender Scholars (TLS) progra...