Archive for 2018

Sunni and Shia Islamic Thought: Prospects and Challenges

The Shia Muslim Council of Southern California is an umbrella organization of 15 Shia Islamic centers in the southern California area. It was established September 17, 2014. The current elected board members of the Shia Muslim Council are: President: Imam Sayed Moustafa al-Qazwini Vice-President: Hajj Khalil Dewji Secretary: Dr. Fatima Hakkak Treasurer: Hajj MehdiReza Hirji Councilor: Sheikh Mujahid Abdul Karim Councilor: Br.

1.Director of the HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World 

The University of Edinburgh is seeking to appoint an outstanding Director of the HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World.

The HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World (www.alwaleed.ed.ac.uk) is a Centre within the University of Edinburgh, established in 2010, devoted to research, outreach and knowledge transfer, in the field of Islamic Studies. It is part of a network of Centres established by the Alwaleed Philanthropies, formerly known as the HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Foundation, currently two in the United States (Harvard and Georgetown), two in the United Kingdom (Edinburgh and Cambridge), and two in the Middle East (the American University of Beirut and the American University in Cairo), which are devoted to the improvement of mutual understanding between the Muslim World and the West. Further details of the Objectives, Staff, and activities of the Edinburgh Alwaleed Centre can be found at www.alwaleed.ed.ac.uk.

As Director, and in consultation with Head of College and Head of School and other stakeholders, you will set a strategic vision for the Centre’s development covering research, outreach and impact to raise the Centre’s international profile, build research and teaching partnerships across the University, and creatively engage with a broad range of external individuals and organisations. A successful track record of leadership, strong intellectual credentials, and the ability to command credibility amongst senior figures in academia and beyond is essential. A successful candidate for this position will be appointed, if suitably qualified and as appropriate, to a Chair at the University at the same time.

This is an open-ended, full time (35 hours per week) position. Salary will be negotiable depending on track record and experience.

Prospective candidates are welcome to email LLC@ed.ac.uk should they wish to arrange a confidential discussion with Professor Jeremy Robbins, Head of School, Literatures, Languages and Cultures.

Closing date: 7th June 2018, 5pm (GMT).

Further details and information on how to apply can be found at the following link: https://www.vacancies.ed.ac.uk/pls/corehrrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=043236

2. South Asian Muslim Studies Association (SAMSA) 2018 Symposium

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Concourse Hotel, Madison, Wisconsin

Call for Papers

Deadline May 1, 2018

The Co-Chairs of the 2018 SAMSA Symposium, Professors Roger D. Long, Rlong@emich.edu, M. Raisur Rahman, rahmanmr@wfu.edu, and Sanaa Riaz, sriaz1@msudenver.edu, invite you present your research on the theme of “Insider/Outsider Perspectives in South Asian Muslim Studies” for the Symposium held as part of the 47^th Annual Conference on South Asia, hosted by the Center for South Asian Studies, University of Wisconsin, Madison. The Conference website is at southasiaconference.wisc.edu.

3. Call for Papers: Summer doctoral school “Religion and atheism in pluralist societies”

Nantes, 17-19 June 2019

The Institut du pluralisme religieux et de l’athéisme (IPRA ; www.ipra.eu) is organizing a summer school on religion and atheism in pluralist societies. We seek to bring together doctoral students in different disciplines (history, religious studies, sociology, law, art history, anthropology, etc.). Presentations may be given in English or in French. Participants should be able to understand both languages. We seek in particular to bring together doctoral students from Iran, France, other European countries and the USA.

For details see:

http://ipra.eu/en/2018/04/09/summer-doctoral-school-2019-religion-and-atheism-in-pluralist-societies/

4. Conference: “Empirical Approaches to Salafism in Europe”, University of Cologne, 20-21 April 2018

The conference brings together researchers in the fields of the humanities and social sciences who use qualitative methods to research Salafism in Europe. Organizers: Sabine Damir-Geilsdorf and Melanie Reddig.

Information and program: http://www.orient.phil-fak.uni-koeln.de/36093.html

5. Doctoral Fellowships, Orient-Institut Beirut (OIB), Lebanon

Applicants must hold a post-graduate degree (master, Diplom, Magister etc.) in Middle East Studies / Islamic Studies or related fields. Applicants must demonstrate how their projects will benefit from a fellowship at the institute and an extended stay in the region.

Deadline for applications: 21 May 2018. Information: https://www.orient-institut.org/support/scholarships/doctoral-fellowships/

Rolling back militancy: Bangladesh looks to Saudi in a twist of irony

The plan would attempt to roll back the fallout of Saudi Arabia’s global investment of up to $100 billion over a period of four decades in support of ultra-conservative mosques, religious centres, and groups as an antidote to post-1979 Iranian revolutionary zeal.

Africa Federation Archives – Hussein Day – Prominent Observance Event Fading Away

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Saudis launch war on Qatif, calls for moratorium on executions in Bahrain – Voice of Bahrain

The “reformist” face of the Saudi crown prince, Mohammad bin Salman (MBS) that appears to the West is a camouflage to a more sinister face of repression, dictatorship and state terrorism. The real face of the Saudi regime was laid bare this week when regime’s troops stormed the Eastern city of Qatif, raided many houses and detained scores of innocent people.

1.The Division of Languages and Literatures at Bard College’s Middle Eastern Studies (MES) program seeks applicants for a 2-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Arabic. We are looking for a recent PhD in Arabic literature and culture from any period to contribute to a dynamic and growing MES program. The successful candidate will have native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English, and experience teaching Arabic, preferably in both formal and colloquial registers. We welcome applications from candidates with a research focus on Classical or Modern Arabic poetry; comparative Arabic-Hebrew, Arabic-Persian, Arabic-Urdu, or Arabic-Turkish training; storytelling and folklore; and/or translation studies. The position has a 3-3 teaching load, with the opportunity to contribute to the Arabic literature and culture curriculum, as well as to teach in First-Year Seminar.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, a brief writing sample, a video of yourself teaching a language class (if available), and three letters of reference through Interfolio.com at: http://apply.interfolio.com/49812. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

For more information about the search or the Middle Eastern Studies Program at Bard College, please visit: https://middleeastern.bard.edu/or email Elizabeth Holt at holt@bard.edu.

2. Call For Papers

Princeton University: The 1^st Princeton Undergraduate Near Eastern Studies Conference

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

The Department of Near Eastern Studies of Princeton University is pleased to announce the 1^st  Princeton Undergraduate Near Eastern Studies Conference on May 9, 2018 in Princeton, NJ.

We are now accepting original papers from undergraduate students who have conducted research in any aspect of Near Eastern Studies. We welcome proposals for presentations (approximately 15 minutes in length) on any topic, time period, or methodological approach to the Near East.

This conference will be entirely student-driven and will allow students the opportunity to practice communicating their research, to share their work, and to connect with students from other universities and backgrounds.

Please submit a 250-word abstract that outlines your research to amirzada@princeton.edu by April 20^th, 2018. Selected presenters will be notified by April 27^th.

3. La Semaine culturelle d’Ispahan à Paris est une initiative associative du CFI – Conseil Franco-Iranien, qui aura lieu du 7 au 14 avril 2018. Cette semaine culturelle sera l’occasion d’immerger le public parisien dans un continuum culturel dédié à Ispahan à travers une quarantaine d’événements tels que des conférences, des expositions, des projections cinématographiques, des concerts.

Cette initiative est placée sous le haut-patronage du groupe d’amitié parlementaire France-Iran, et compte parmi ses soutiens et partenaires ​le laboratoire Mondes iranien et indien, ​le centre culturel iranien de Paris, la municipalité d’Ispahan, l’organisation iranienne du tourisme et du patrimoine ainsi que des entités françaises telles que le Musée du Louvre, les éditions Gallimard, la Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine, les universités de la Sorbonne, la Maison Pierre Hermé Paris etc.

​Je vous prie de bien vouloir trouver ci-joint les affiches des événements ainsi que la programmation​ de la semaine.

Site internet : www.ispahan.paris

Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/IranenFrance/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/iranenfrance/

Twitter : https://twitter.com/IranEnFrance

4. International Symposium: “Ottoman Tafsīr: Scholars, Works, Problems”, Istanbul Foundation for Research and Education (ISAR), Istanbul, 14-16 December 2018

This symposium aims to raise the issue of the contribution of Ottoman scholars to the tradition of interpretation. Works, discussions, and contributions in the field of tafsīr from the foundation of the Ottoman state to the Republican period constitutes the theme of the symposium.

Deadline for abstracts: 1 June 2018. Information: https://www.isar.org.tr/en/duyuru-haberler/osmanlida-ilm-i-tefsir-sempozyumu

5.  Position in Contemporary Arabic Literature, Department of Middle Eastern and South Asian Languages, University of Virginia

Field of specialization in contemporary Arabic literature with a special emphasis on poetry, prose, comparative and/or gender studies, subfield of specialization open. Evidence of excellent teaching and commitment to interdisciplinary work are required. The successful candidate must have native or near-native fluency in Arabic and English.

Information: https://careers.insidehighered.com/job/1515703/lecturer-or-assistant-professor-general-faculty/

6. Submissions for “Syrian Studies Association Prizes for Outstanding Dissertation and Article on Syria”

In order to promote and highlight excellence in research, the Syrian Studies Association awards annual prizes for the best writing on Bilad al-Sham until 1918 and on Syria in the period following.

Deadline for abstracts: 15 July 2018. Information: https://networks.h-net.org/node/73374/announcements/1543975/call-submissions-syrian-studies-association-prizes-outstanding

7. Towards a Reconstruction of Islamic Studies”, at AUB, Beirut, Lebanon April 28-29, 2018.

https://www.facebook.com/events/965969013561956/

Symposium on Islam and Sectarian De-escalation | Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs

The First Annual Symposium on Islam, Dialogue, and Sectarian De-Escalation at the Harvard Kennedy School has gathered a diversity of voices from leading scholars, religious authorities, civic community leaders, and policymakers alike to push forward analytical understanding and dialogue on the pressing topic of sectarianism in the Muslim world.

Incidents of Anti-Shiism in March, 2018 – Shia Rights Watch

Incidents of Anti-Shiism in March 2018 February’s lower turnout of anti-Shiism did not last long, as March totaled an additional 113 incidents of anti-Shiism to last month’s 359, amounting to 472. The spike in occurrences can be attributed mainly to a mass number of arrests in Bahrain and a sharp increase in Shia casualties in …

State-Sponsored Fatwas in Saudi Arabia

On March 21, activist Mustafa al-Hasan was released from prison, having been arbitrarily detained since September 2017 with several other intellectuals and public figures who called for religious and political reform.

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