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Rogaia Abusharaf Named Sonneborn Interdisciplinary Collaboration Chair by University Provost

14 December 2023

Georgetown University Provost Robert Groves recently announced the Provost Office Faculty awards, and one of Georgetown University in Qatar’s own, Professor Rogaia Abusharaf, was named 2nd Sonneborn Interdisciplinary Collaboration Chair,…

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Global Forum Sparks Dialogue on Energy’s Role in Shaping a Sustainable Future

12 December 2023

The connection between energy infrastructure, the environment, and lived experiences in the region was the focus of the closing plenary of Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q)’s “Global Energy Cultures” forum…

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Global Energy Cultures Forum Illuminates Intersections of Art, Academia, and Social Dynamics

10 December 2023

The interconnections between energy, culture, and society in the pursuit of equity and sustainability was one of the themes on the first day of Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q)’s engaging…

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Conference at Msheireb Museums Offers Creative Look at Energy and Global Cultures

7 December 2023

Exploring the unique relationship between energy and cultures, Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q), in collaboration with Msheireb Museums, will bring together academic and artistic perspectives as it opens a public,…

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Energy Cultures Conference Set to Explore Everyday Energy Experiences

4 December 2023

The Center for International and Regional Studies at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) is partnering with Msheireb Museums to host an international forum under the theme “Global Energy Cultures: How…

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Stanford Study Ranks GU-Q Researchers Among Top 2% of Most-Cited

21 November 2023

Three current and former Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) faculty and staff are among the top 2% of most-cited researchers in the world, according to a 2023 Stanford University study…

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Dr. Norman Finkelstein Draws Crowds to GU-Q for Talk on Gaza

21 November 2023

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) hosted a public talk featuring Jewish-American political scientist and activist Dr. Norman Finkelstein. Speaking virtually at a live event in Doha, Dr. Finkelstein discussed “Gaza…

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Diplomat-in-Residence: Consider Diverse Stakeholder Needs

20 November 2023

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) offered a public lecture by Ambassador Androulla Kaminara, GU-Q Distinguished Diplomat-in-Residence for the 2023-2024 academic year. The event, “Practitioner’s Proposals on How to Enhance Diplomatic…

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Ambassador Speaker Series Features UK Ambassador Wilks

20 November 2023

With Qatar’s standing as a pivotal player in global diplomacy on the rise, the new Ambassador Speaker Series hosted by Georgetown University in Qatar offers the community in Qatar exclusive…

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Malcolm Gladwell Discusses 21st Century Challenges with Dean Masri

12 November 2023

At a special event hosted by GU-Q, bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell and GU-Q’s dean, Dr. Safwan Masri, embarked on an in-depth analysis of contemporary global issues, providing rich insights and…

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Malcom Gladwell at Water Conference: Solving the Crisis Requires Bravery and Urgent Drive To Make Changes

12 November 2023

With the security of our global water supply threatened in the face of climate change and increasing demand, finding solutions requires the type of risk-taking, urgent action, and networking required…

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Water Conference Identifies Regional Solutions and Concerns Ahead of COP28 Conference

12 November 2023

Outcomes from GU-Q’s “Sustaining the Oasis” Hiwaraat conference are poised to be a catalyst for shaping new dialogues, collaboration, and research partnerships around water security and climate change, both within…