Near and Middle Eastern Studies

Your week kicks off with a "History of the Modern Middle East" lecture, tracing political shifts since the Ottoman era. Later, your Arabic 101 class drills new vocabulary and basic grammar, focusing on greetings and simple phrases. You feel a little overwhelmed by the pronunciation but try to mimic the sounds. Afterwards, you grab a quick lunch and head to the library to review your notes, trying to connect the historical events to current regional headlines. You briefly chat with Professor Anya about a recommended supplemental reading, getting her insights on its relevance.