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Giant of Ismaili studies honored by younger generation

A younger generation of scholars recently paid tribute to UCLA Professor Emeritus Ismail K. Poonawala at a symposium (“Reflections on Ismaili Studies: Standing on Poonawala’s Shoulders”) organized by the UCLA Center for Near Eastern Studies on May 23, 2013, by presenting new research in a tradition made immeasurably richer by his life’s work as a scholar of Ismaili Shiism.
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International Institute congratulates UCLA Librarian of the Year David Hirsch

David Hirsch of the Young Research Library was voted UCLA Librarian of the Year 2013 by his peers. A librarian, linguist and scholar, his work supports scholars throughout the International Institute.
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Librarian makes UCLA a go-to spot for study of Middle East

Librarian David Hirsch has helped build the UCLA library’s 500,000-plus volumes on the Middle East, North Africa, Anatolia and Central Asia, constituting one of the most significant Middle Eastern research collections in the U.S.

James Gelvin to Participate in Istanbul World Forum

Professor James Gelvin has been invited to the First Istanbul World Forum.

Honoring Iranian films on the big screen

UCLA Film and Television Archive celebrates tradition, conviction of Iranian filmmakers with eight-part series

Poets, writers mark anniversary of bombing of Baghdad's cultural center

Center for Near Eastern Studies collaborates to keep memory of al-Mutanabbi Street alive

President Obama presents UCLA professor with prestigious National Humanities Medal

Professor Teofilo F. Ruiz honored for his "inspired teaching and writing."

UCLA historian's book looks at Arab uprisings, their common origins and different paths

Professor James Gelvin dispels misconceptions and offers new insights in "The Arab Uprisings: What Everyone Needs to Know."

UCLA History Professor Awarded 2011 Hourani Book Award

Professor Nile Green was awarded the Albert Hourani Book Award at the 2011 Middle East Studies Association annual meeting in Washington, DC.

Activist prof hailed for half century of contributions to scholarship, teaching

Upcoming conference highlights the work, dedication of Professor Sondra Hale, who is set to retire on Dec. 1.

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