Middle East Studies

Develop or expand proficiency in Arabic or Persian in order to navigate a Middle Eastern nation and communicate with its people.

Utilize Middle East- and International Studies-oriented knowledge, skills, and global awareness to prepare students for an international career.

Demonstrate an understanding of history, cultures, politics, and fundamental ideas and institutions of the Middle East.

Analyze and communicate about contemporary issues of the Middle East and/or Middle Eastern Diasporas through a critical, interdisciplinary lens.