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Edward Said Memorial Lecture: The Palestinians—from Orientalism to Extermination

Professor John Dugard, prominent international lawyer and legal counsel for South Africa in the Genocide Case against Israel before the International Court of Justice, examines how Edward Said’s writings on Orientalism provide an explanation for the colonization and occupation of Palestine and the dehumanization of its people. Although Said did not anticipate that the exterminatory motif in Zio...

Sep

CommUnity Assembly: Back to Campus Fall 2025

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Kick off the fall 2025 semester, meet the newcommers and reconnect with your old friends! Join us at Elias Henry Debbas ’68 Courtyard for music, snacks and chats. See you there!

Oct

Mental Health Week—Navigating the Storm: A Panel Discussion on Finding Hope

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for a powerful and honest panel discussion where members of our own AUC community share their personal journeys with mental health struggles. In this safe and supportive space, we'll talk about the struggles, the moments of doubt, and the steps that led to healing. This isn't just about awareness; it's about hope. Hear firsthand from those who have navigated the storm and found their wa...

Nov

Grief: Coping with Loss

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for an open, compassionate conversation on coping with loss. Together, we’ll explore practical tools and gentle strategies to navigate grief, honor our experiences and move forward with resilience, hope, and acceptance.

Oct

Barriers for Students with Hidden Disabilities

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Not every disability is visible. Join us to learn how to overcome barriers that are associated with hidden disabilities.

Sep

Disability Etiquette 101

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join our workshop to learn helpful hints and pointers which you can use in your everyday life to communicate effectively and respectfully with people with disabilities.

Oct

Graduate Studies Open House

10:00 am

AUC New Cairo

Get to know more about graduate programs offered at AUC.

Sep

History Hash Outs: Meet Our New Faculty

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Celebrate the new academic year with our faculty and students and meet our newest faculty member Americanist Matthew Shannon.

Nov

Sustainability Series - Virtual Reality Experience

12:30 pm

AUC New Cairo

Experience an immersive virtual reality tour for the first time at AUC presented by Mr. Ahmed Kassem, Ext. Communications & Employer Branding and CSR Manager at Lafarge, who will be offering a virtual reality tour of Lafarg's Sustainability Hub, hosted by the Dean of Students Office, Co-Curricular Programs. Explore real-time factory operations and discover how sustainable practices are applied ...