Jul 2013

01 Jun 2013

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Summer 2013 Oman Study Abroad Opportunity

Saturday, June 1, 2013 - 2:45pm to Wednesday, July 31, 2013 - 2:45pm
Washington and Jefferson College, Washington, PA
Sponsored By: 
American Middle East Institute, Washington and Jefferson College

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.

Contact: 
gmontillet@americanmei.org

13 Jun 2013

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Roads of Arabia: Archaeology and History of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 8:00am to Friday, August 30, 2013 - 8:30pm
Carnegie Museum of Natural History,4400 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Sponsored By: 
American Middle East Institute, Carnegie Museum of Natural History

June 13 - November 15, 2013 Experience more than 7,000 years of largely unknown cultural history of the Arabian Peninsula in Roads of Arabia: Archaeology and History of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on view at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, June 22–November 3, 2013. Roads of Arabia examines the impact of ancient trade routes that traversed the peninsula, carrying precious frankincense and myrrh to the Mesopotamian and Greco-Roman world and allowing for a vibrant exchange of both objects and ideas.

08 Jul 2013

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Ramadan Begins

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 (All day)
Worldwide
Sponsored By: 
CERIS

Happy Ramadan to all! Muslims living in Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and the greater tri-state region will begin observing the annual fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan on July 9, 2013. For the next 28 to 30 days, mosques throughout the region will have daily prayers, programs, and dinners throughout the month. CERIS wishes all a happy month of Ramadan. Please visit the website of local mosques for more information about specific activities during this special month.

Islamic Center of Pittsburgh
www.icp-pgh.org/

Contact: 
Elaine Linn, eel58@pitt.edu

12 Jul 2013

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Ramadan Iftar Dinner Tent

Friday, July 12, 2013 - 8:30pm to 9:30pm
602 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
Sponsored By: 
Turkish Cultural Center of Pittsburgh, Intercultural Dialogue Group of University of Pittsburgh

In celebration Ramadan, the Turkish Cultural Center of Pittsburgh and the Intercultural Dialogue Group of University of Pittsburgh are hosting their annual Iftar Dinner Tent. The community is invited to join them for the breaking of the fast and dinner at the Iftar Dinner Tent, a Ramadan tradition that they carry from Turkey to Pittsburgh. The dinners are free and open to all.

Contact: 
activities@tccpittsburgh.org, Turkish Cultural Center Pittsburgh | 1459 Crane Ave. | Pittsburgh | PA | 15220

13 Jul 2013

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Ramadan Iftar Dinner Tent

Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 8:30pm to 9:30pm
602 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
Sponsored By: 
Turkish Cultural Center of Pittsburgh, Intercultural Dialogue Group of University of Pittsburgh

Join the Turkish Community Center of Pittsburgh for breaking the fast as part of Ramadan observances. Free dinner and cultural/dialogue exchange

14 Jul 2013

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Patriotism and White Supremacy – Confronting Racism in Conversation

Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Bricolage -Downtown – 937 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Sponsored By: 
Pittsburgh Coalition for Racial Justice and WWHAT’S UP!

Conversation Salon's
This session will focus on xenophobia and white America’s fear of Arab Americans and Muslims. Its a potluck.

Contact: 
(412) 471-0999

14 Jul 2013

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Humanity Day, Islamic Center of Pittsburgh

Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, 4100 Bigelow Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Sponsored By: 
Islamic Center of Pittsburgh

Each year during the month of Ramadan, the Islamic Center of Pittsburgh invites the greater Pittsburgh community to join their members in breaking their fast and recognizing those in Pittsburgh that have contributed to bridging relations between communities in our beautiful city. The Islamic Center is pleased to have as their featured speaker, Ihsan Bagby. Dr. Bagby is Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky. His research for the last 10 years has focused on Muslims in America. He is a board member on the Council of Islamic Relations.

Contact: 
Julie Webb, Outreach Coordinator, outreach@icp-pgh.org

14 Jul 2013

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Ramadan Iftar Dinner Tent

Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 8:30pm to 10:00pm
602 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
Sponsored By: 
Turkish Cultural Center of Pittsburgh, Intercultural Dialogue Group of University of Pittsburgh

Observe breaking of the fast and join the Turkish community for dinner as part of Ramadan observances. Free and open to the public

Call for Papers: Paris, France International Islamophobia Conference The Epistemic, Racial, Cultural and Structural Exclusionary Measures in France and Europe

Monday, July 15, 2013 - 5:45pm to Wednesday, August 14, 2013 - 5:45pm
Paris, France
Sponsored By: 
UC Berkeley IRDP (Islamophobia Research and Documentation Project) and CADIS (Centre d'Analyse et d'Intervention Sociologiques), Paris

The Epistemic, Racial, Cultural and Structural Exclusionary Measures in France and Europe

CFP Deadline: September 2, 2013
Conference Date: December 13-14, 2013
UC Berkeley IRDP (Islamophobia Research and Documentation Project)
and CADIS (Centre d'Analyse et d'Intervention Sociologiques), Paris
Invite Scholars and Researchers to Submit Paper Proposals: