New Profile on Professor Margaret Litvin
BUCH has produced a new profile on Professor Margaret Litvin, discussing her background in journalism and her research into the connections between the Soviet and Arab worlds. You can read it here.
Global House Applications Open!
GH Application Open! Are you interested in joining Global House as a member? Do you have at least intermediate-low proficiency in a Global House language (equivalent to completing 2nd semester language course)? Are you an advanced, native, or heritage speaker? Please join us! Our applications for Spring 2025 and Academic Year 2025-2026 are now open! Spring deadline […]
Arabic Event at Global House
Arabic Single Cluster Event: Arabic Poetry Chill & Spill – Thurs. Nov. 21, 6:30-7:30pm, GHL Following in the deep literary traditions of the Arab world, join us to read, translate, and discuss some iconic Arabic poems. Tea and light refreshments provided. This event is in Arabic. Register at [http://%20http//linktr.ee/globalhousebu]http://linktr.ee/globalhousebu
Upcoming Global House Events
Global House is back with more exciting cultural events for the end of October! Please consider attending one of these programs! Chinese Single Cluster Event: Time Travel to Ancient China – Sat. Oct. 26, 5-6pm, Multipurpose Room Explore the rich cultural landscape of ancient China, including traditional clothing, games, classical literature, and more. Tea and snacks […]
Talk with Wendy Pearlman
Join us for a talk by Wendy Pearlman about her new book, The Home I Worked to Make!
Congratulations to Ibrahim Fawzy!
Congratulations to Ibrahim Fawzy, one of our MFA in Literary Translation students, for receiving a 2024 Global Africa Translation Fellowship!
Exploring Arabic
October 11 – Students enrolled in Arabic classes joined the FLTA, Mervat, for a presentation on traditional Arabic weddings. They learned about customs for both the bride and grooms before, during, and after various ceremonies. While enjoying some baklava, students watched a power point and series of videos teaching them about different wedding traditions. After […]
BU Deaf Student’s Journey to Master Arabic
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Arabic minor approved!
CAS has approved a minor in Arabic; students can graduate with the minor concentration effective immediately if they have fulfilled all requirements. See a description of the Arabic minor.