In this colorful modern-day parable of good and evil, a humble village electrician devotes his compassion and ingenuity to destitute
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strikes a suspect bargain with a rich developer running for local office, as unemployment threatens the survival of the community.
Stoking a dream to supply wind-generated electricity to the whole valley, the modest visionary comes up against an increasingly dark
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In the Country of Men by Hisham Matar. “This powerful novel about a 9-year-old boy and his absent father offers an unnerving portrait of life in the Libya of Muammar Qaddafi. “ The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Sami Hermez, Visiting Professor of Contemporary and International Issues, University of Pittsburgh. The CERIS faculty Book discussion is open to all educators. There will be a light dinner served at 5:30 PM with book discussion to begin at 6:00 PM. |
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In 10 short episodes, 10 Egyptian directors imagine different narratives of the first 18 days of the Egyptian Revolution, culminating in the ouster of Mubarak (10 directors, 2011, 125 min). |
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Graduate Level Jennifer Murtazashvili, PhD, Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Pittsburgh |
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Arab Film Series, Focus on the Arab World The Night is an epic narrative of the history of modern Syria from an autobiographical point of view (Muhammad Malas, 1993, 116 min) |
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The American Middle East Institute (AMEI) of Pittsburgh is currently accepting applications for its 2013 Summer Arabic Immersion Program. In June & July of 2013, American and Omani students will come together for an unforgettable cultural immersion. During this two month experience, students will not only learn the Omani dialect but also study and live alongside native Omanis. The program takes place at W&J College in June, followed by an additional month in Muscat, Oman. Application available at American Middle East Institute website. |
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Graduate Level Jennifer Murtazashvili,Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Pittsburgh |
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BBC site on world religions. |
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Secondary and Undergraduate Levels Michael McKale, professor of philosophical and religious studies, Saint Francis University Objectives: As a result of this lesson, students will be able to: • outline the fundamental beliefs of Sufism |
