Happening@AUC

Campus Conversation: Staff Excellence Awards and Year Wrap-up

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Cap off the academic year at the final Campus Conversation, where the University's senior leaders will present this year's President's Service Excellence Awards, followed by an open Q&A and networking reception.

Artozium | Screen Print Workshop

Jun 10 – Jun 14

Learn screen printing from scratch with artist Ahmed Helmy, experimenting with multi-layer color techniques and leaving with your own original printed tote bags.

Artozium | Manassat Film Screening

Jun 10 – Jun 17

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Discover bold storytelling and raw perspectives at Manassat, a curated evening of independent Arab and international short films and documentaries.

Artozium | Reda's Folklore troupe

Celebrate Egypt's rich cultural heritage with the legendary Reda Troupe in an evening of authentic folk dance, colorful costumes and live music.

The Rise of the Independent Music Bands

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Join Ahmed Hafez from Massar Egbari for a captivating music listening session exploring the rise of Egypt’s independent music scene through stories, insights, and firsthand experiences from its evolution and cultural impact.

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Artozium | Paint Out Loud Workshop

No rules. No judgment. Just color, canvas, and whatever needs to come out. Join artist Youssef Ragheb for a free-flowing painting workshop where expression matters more than technique. Open to all levels. Just bring yourself.

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Concert | Anoushka

8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Get ready for an unforgettable night with Anoushka

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Artozium | Painting on Plastic Workshop

Turn plastic into art with Hany Rashad in this inspiring hands-on workshop. Experiment with painting on upcycled surfaces, unleash your creativity, and discover beauty in sustainability. No experience needed.

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Artozium | Music Protools Workshop

Jun 13 – Jun 27

Master Pro Tools with Wael El Mahallamy in this hands-on three-session workshop. Build professional recording, editing, and mixing skills alongside industry experts. Prior experience required.

Artozium | Paper Making Workshop

Discover the art of handmade paper in this interactive workshop with Helena Abdelnasser. Learn how recycled fibers are transformed into beautiful, one-of-a-kind paper creations through creative, sustainable techniques at AUC.

Artozium | Tabla Circle Workshop

Jun 14 – Jun 23

Join Moustafa Abbas for a hands-on tabla workshop exploring basic rhythms, call-and-response and ensemble playing — open to all levels.

Artozium | Cyanotype Workshop

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Discover the magic of sunlight and photography in this hands-on cyanotype workshop. Create unique blue-and-white prints, experiment with nature and leave with your own artwork—no experience needed.

Artozium | Filmmaking for Highschoolers Workshop

Jun 14 – Jun 25

4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

From first idea to final cut. Join Ahmed Abuelfadl for a two-week immersive filmmaking workshop designed for high schoolers. Learn hands-on—script, shoot, edit, and screen. No experience needed. Just curiosity.

Artozium | Culture and Identity Talk - Beshir Shousha

Explore how roots, traditions and life experiences shape identity with AUC alumnus Beshir Shousha '96 in this powerful talk

Refugees Return From Egypt: Legal Frameworks, Historical Contexts and Contemporary Practices

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

The Center for Migration and Refugee Studies (CMRS) at the American University in Cairo (AUC) invites you to an engaging lecture on: Refugees Return From Egypt: Legal Frameworks, Historical Contexts, and Contemporary Practices This presentation analyzes the return process and its historical context in Egypt, as well as the legal framework governing repatriation under both the 1951 Convention...

Artozium | Folklore Troupe Performance

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Celebrate movement, rhythm and heritage as the AUC Folklore Troupe brings generational dances and stories to life in a vibrant, tradition-rooted performance.

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Artozium | Wood Block Letterset Workshop

Jun 15 – Jun 16

Explore handcrafted typography in this creative hybrid workshop blending letterpress-inspired techniques with mixed media experimentation. Carve, print, and layer expressive designs while creating unique contemporary artworks—perfect for beginners and creative enthusiasts.

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Artozium | Arabic Voice Techniques Workshop

Refine your tone, explore the maqamat, and sing with soul. Join vocalist Samah Ismail for an immersive workshop designed for singers of all levels. No experience needed—just bring your voice.

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Artozium | Tablet El Set Concert

Experience electrifying percussion, raw energy and unforgettable passion as all-female band Tablet El Sett takes the stage.

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Resisting Cognitive Offloading in the Age of AI

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Online

Explore the real cognitive impact of Generative AI with educator and author Leon Furze. Discover research, teaching strategies, and practical ways to use AI responsibly while protecting critical thinking and learning.

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Structuring AI in Our Learning: What Are We Missing in the Conversation?

5:00 pm – 6:15 pm

Online

Rethink AI in higher education through an interactive dialogue exploring trust, belonging, and student behavior. Discover how institutional environments shape AI use—and how small changes can foster meaningful engagement and support.

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Artozium | Neseet El Cheque Play

Jun 16 – Jun 17

7:00 pm

Don't miss this theatrical masterpiece. Expect laughter, surprises, and memorable moment.

Artozium | Rubber Stamp Workshop

Jun 17 – Jun 18

Explore colorful stamp-based printmaking in this hands-on workshop. Learn carving, CMYK layering, and creative printing techniques while producing vibrant postcards and graphic prints—perfect for beginners, artists, and design enthusiasts.

Artozium | Manassat Film Screening

5:00 pm

Discover bold storytelling and raw perspectives at Manassat, a curated list of independent Arab and international short films and documentaries

Artozium | Musicana Concert

Don't miss an evening of live music under the stars as AUC's Musicana Club takes over the Center for the Arts Courtyard.

Artozium | Rock Concert

8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Experience gritty guitar solos, pounding rhythms and bold performances as the AUC Rock Ensemble takes the stage for a night of high-energy rock.

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Artozium | Playback Theatre Workshop

Jun 18 – Jun 20

See stories come alive in this immersive Playback Theatre workshop with Dahlia Sabbour. Share, perform, connect, and experience the joy of spontaneous storytelling—no acting experience needed.

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Artozium | Gat Salima Play

Jun 18 – Jun 20

7:00 pm

Caught between soaring prices, meddling neighbors and an overdue promotion, will Karim take the leap? Find out in this relatable and entertaining play.

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Artozium | Music Protools Workshop

Step into the industry-standard world of Pro Tools. Join Dr. Wael El Mahallamy for a three-session workshop designed for musicians, producers, and aspiring audio engineers. Learn to record, edit, and mix with confidence. Experience in the field is needed.

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Artozium | Puppet Making Workshop

Bring your curiosity and join us at the AUC Center for the Arts to transform fabric and foam into living, breathing puppet characters.

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Artozium | Western Vocal Techniques Workshop

Find your voice and unlock your potential in this immersive vocal workshop with Mohamed Abulkheir. Build confidence, strengthen technique, and explore Western singing styles—no experience required.

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Artozium | Hekaya Bel Maqloub Play

Jun 22 – Jun 24

7:00 pm

Explore equality, classism and gender roles in this interactive Forum Theatre play, where you're invited to step in, switch roles and shape the outcome.

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Artozium | Puppet Movement Workshop

Explore the art of puppetry in this hands-on workshop, learning how weight, breath and intention bring cloth and wood to life.

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Artozium | Zawya Shorts Screening

Jun 24 – Jul 1

5:00 pm

Discover independent films and bold stories from around the world in an evening celebrating diverse and unheard voices.

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Kick-off Session: Finding Your Constellation: An Introduction to AI Literacies Unlocked

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Online

Discover how AI literacies are transforming education beyond prompts and policies. Join Angela Gunder and Josh Herron to explore meaningful, human-centered engagement with AI in teaching and leadership.

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Artozium | A Title Resembling an Unstable Image Exhibition

Jun 25 – Jul 1

9:00 am

Discover how emerging artists examine memory, displacement and urban transformation through sculpture, installation, painting and digital media in this curated group exhibition.

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Artozium | Mostafa Abbas Concert

Join us for a night of pure rhythm and live energy as one of AUC's own professors takes the stage behind the drum kit.

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Artozium | El Masyada Play

Jun 25 – Jun 27

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Suspense, secrets and a killer on the loose — El Masyada brings Agatha Christie's classic murder mystery to life in a thrilling Egyptian adaptation.

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Artozium | Ceramics Workshop

Shape emotions into art in this inspiring ceramics workshop with Rabab Wahba. Create expressive clay pieces, explore creativity and freedom, and leave with something uniquely yours. No experience needed.

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Artozium | Music Protools Workshop

Step into the industry-standard world of Pro Tools. Join Dr. Wael El Mahallamy for a three-session workshop designed for musicians, producers, and aspiring audio engineers. Learn to record, edit, and mix with confidence. Experience in the field is needed.

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Artozium | Bioplastics Making Workshop

Explore sustainable design with Helena Abdelnasser in this hands-on bioplastics workshop. Learn how to create biodegradable, compostable materials from natural ingredients while experimenting with eco-friendly artistic practices.

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Summer@AUC Bootcamps 2026

Jun 28 – Aug 13

9:00 am

Explore short-term bootcamps building practical skills aligned with your goals, offering hands-on learning and opportunities to connect with a like-minded community.

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Artozium | Andre Segon Quartet Jazz Concert

Sit back and feel the rhythm as the Andre Segone Quartet delivers a soulful evening of jazz that breathes, swings and takes its time.

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Artozium | Be Maza Yahlom Al Nagoon Performance

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm