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CCAS 50th Anniversary

  • Hanane Idihoum (MAAS’26) conducts a research thesis inspired by a family story | CCAS 50th Anniversary
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    Hanane Idihoum (MAAS’26) conducts a research thesis inspired by a family story | CCAS 50th Anniversary

    Hanane Idihoum (MAAS’26) reflects on her research in Morocco and France, emphasizing the importance of bringing learning into the world.

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  • Faculty reflect on 50 years of academic life at the Center for Contemporary Arab Studies
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    Faculty reflect on 50 years of academic life at the Center for Contemporary Arab Studies

    “I’ve been in CCAS for over 20 years and the thing I’m most proud of is how we build community among our students, staff, faculty and followers to welcome difference, learn broadly and in depth and support each other,” says Professor Rochelle Davis, Sultanate of Oman Chair and associate professor in the School of Foreign…

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  • Language, migration and the Arab world with Marwa Elessawy (MAAS’26) | CCAS 50th Anniversary
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    Language, migration and the Arab world with Marwa Elessawy (MAAS’26) | CCAS 50th Anniversary

    Marwa Elessawy (MAAS’26) combines advanced Arabic language training with policy analysis and journalism.

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  • Greta Scharnweber (MAAS’01) advances international education across borders and disciplines
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    Greta Scharnweber (MAAS’01) advances international education across borders and disciplines

    Alumna Greta Scharnweber (MAAS’01) reflects on her 20-year global career in international education and offers advice for Arab studies students.

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  • Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) dives into education outreach about the Arab world | CCAS 50th Anniversary
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    Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) dives into education outreach about the Arab world | CCAS 50th Anniversary

    Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) bridges university expertise with K–12 educators across MENA-focused studies.

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  • Claudio Cordone (MAAS’84) leads diplomacy in the Middle East
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    Claudio Cordone (MAAS’84) leads diplomacy in the Middle East

    Claudio Cordone (MAAS’84) reflects about his experience in the MAAS program, insights from his global international relations career and his advice for future Arab studies students.

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