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Egyptian Sufism and the Crusades: The Making of Ibn ʿAbd al-Salam (d. 660/1262)

Discover how a legendary jurist became a celebrated Sufi saint in this captivating tale of transformation and reinvention! Join Mohamad El-Merheb of SOAS University as he explores the fascinating journey of ʿIzz al-Din Ibn ʿAbd al-Salam (d. 1262).

Feb

Psychotropic Medications. Friend or Foe?

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join our workshop to explore the role of psychotropic medications in mental health treatment, address common misconceptions and engage in open, stigma-free discussion.

Feb

History Hash Outs: Americans, Iranians and the Question of Dialogue Prior to 1979

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join Matthew Shannon of Emory and Henry University as he breaks down the complex dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations before the Iranian Revolution and how cross-cultural exchanges shaped the politics and perceptions of the era.

Feb

ANIMATEX 5th Edition

Feb 20 – Feb 24

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Don’t miss Egypt’s largest animation event, featuring screenings, workshops, talks, VR films, gaming and networking opportunities for professionals and enthusiasts from around the world.

Feb

Confronting the Perfect Storm of U.S. Political Polarization

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join Daniel Brumberg, Scholar of Middle East Politics, for a timely talk exploring the converging social, economic, cultural, social-psychological and institutional forces that have created a “perfect storm” of political polarization in the US.

Feb

German Elections 2025: What Is It About and Why Is It Important?

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Germany is set to elect a new Chancellor and Parliament soon! Join our panel as we explore how political disillusionment and evolving party dynamics shape the future of democracy in Germany and Europe.

Feb

Reason As the Empty Ground of Intelligibility

1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

AUC New Cairo

Explore Kant’s concept of reason as an ‘empty’ yet self-determining ground that enables and sustains all intelligibility and knowledge.

Feb

Research and Creativity Convention 2025

Feb 23 – Feb 27

4:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join AUC’s 2025 Research and Creativity Convention—a dynamic celebration of excellence in university research, entrepreneurship and creative achievement.

Feb

Cartesian Freedom and its Moral Implications

1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join Ariane Schneck as she unpacks Descartes’ complex views on freedom, reconciling contradictions and exploring their moral implications.

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Featured Events

Egyptian Sufism and the Crusades: The Making of Ibn ʿAbd al-Salam (d. 660/1262)

Psychotropic Medications. Friend or Foe?

History Hash Outs: Americans, Iranians and the Question of Dialogue Prior to 1979

ANIMATEX 5th Edition

Confronting the Perfect Storm of U.S. Political Polarization

German Elections 2025: What Is It About and Why Is It Important?

Reason As the Empty Ground of Intelligibility

Research and Creativity Convention 2025

Cartesian Freedom and its Moral Implications

"AUC is a tobacco-free community. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas."
"A photo ID is required for entry. Facial recognition is required at all times."
"AUC community includes staff, faculty, students, and alumni."

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Featured Events

Egyptian Sufism and the Crusades: The Making of Ibn ʿAbd al-Salam (d. 660/1262)

Psychotropic Medications. Friend or Foe?

History Hash Outs: Americans, Iranians and the Question of Dialogue Prior to 1979

ANIMATEX 5th Edition

Confronting the Perfect Storm of U.S. Political Polarization

German Elections 2025: What Is It About and Why Is It Important?

Reason As the Empty Ground of Intelligibility

Research and Creativity Convention 2025

Cartesian Freedom and its Moral Implications

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"AUC is a tobacco-free community. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas." "A photo ID is required for entry. Facial recognition is required at all times." "AUC community includes staff, faculty, students, and alumni."

Download the Official AUC Mobile Application

"AUC is a tobacco-free community. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas."
"A photo ID is required for entry. Facial recognition is required at all times."
"AUC community includes staff, faculty, students, and alumni."