Crown Center for Middle East Studies
@mes-crown.bsky.social
The Crown Center for Middle East Studies is committed to conducting balanced and dispassionate research of the modern Middle East that meets the highest academic standards.
https://www.brandeis.edu/crown/
https://www.brandeis.edu/crown/
Nader Habibi, Henry J. Leir Professor of the Economics of the #MiddleEast, traces how the governments of the region have shifted priorities in light of #China's trade & investment. For deeper analysis, read our latest Middle East Brief: brandeis.edu/crown/public...
November 18, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Nader Habibi, Henry J. Leir Professor of the Economics of the #MiddleEast, traces how the governments of the region have shifted priorities in light of #China's trade & investment. For deeper analysis, read our latest Middle East Brief: brandeis.edu/crown/public...
Crown Junior Research Fellow Kerem Uşşaklı reflects on why #Iraq ’s 2025 elections matter. Join us 11/12 at 11 AM for our next Crown Seminar with Profs. Alissa Walter & Marsin Alshamary. Register now: brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Crown Junior Research Fellow Kerem Uşşaklı reflects on why #Iraq ’s 2025 elections matter. Join us 11/12 at 11 AM for our next Crown Seminar with Profs. Alissa Walter & Marsin Alshamary. Register now: brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us in person & online for a conversation with @valinasr.bsky.social & @safiraleaf.bsky.social, moderated by @naghmehs.bsky.social, to mark the publication of Nasr’s latest book, "Iran’s Grand Strategy: A Political History."
Oct. 30 | 4:30–6 pm | Rapaporte Treasure Hall & Online: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
Oct. 30 | 4:30–6 pm | Rapaporte Treasure Hall & Online: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
October 27, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Join us in person & online for a conversation with @valinasr.bsky.social & @safiraleaf.bsky.social, moderated by @naghmehs.bsky.social, to mark the publication of Nasr’s latest book, "Iran’s Grand Strategy: A Political History."
Oct. 30 | 4:30–6 pm | Rapaporte Treasure Hall & Online: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
Oct. 30 | 4:30–6 pm | Rapaporte Treasure Hall & Online: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
Prof. Naghmeh Sohrabi reflects on a pivotal moment in #US – #Iran relations & how history reminds us they could have taken a different path. Register for our next Crown Seminar, Oct. 30, 4:30 PM, with @naghmehs.bsky.social, @valinasr.bsky.social of @jhu.edu, & @safiraleaf.bsky.social: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
October 20, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Prof. Naghmeh Sohrabi reflects on a pivotal moment in #US – #Iran relations & how history reminds us they could have taken a different path. Register for our next Crown Seminar, Oct. 30, 4:30 PM, with @naghmehs.bsky.social, @valinasr.bsky.social of @jhu.edu, & @safiraleaf.bsky.social: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
Shai Feldman, Raymond Frankel Professor in Israeli Politics & Society, & Khalil Shikaki, Director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research in Ramallah, discuss what to watch as the #Gaza #Ceasefire Agreement takes hold. Full conversation coming soon on YouTube. #Israel #Hamas
October 17, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Shai Feldman, Raymond Frankel Professor in Israeli Politics & Society, & Khalil Shikaki, Director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research in Ramallah, discuss what to watch as the #Gaza #Ceasefire Agreement takes hold. Full conversation coming soon on YouTube. #Israel #Hamas
UPCOMING SEMINAR: Join us in person & online for a conversation with @valinasr.bsky.social of @jhu.edu & @safiraleaf.bsky.social, moderated by @naghmehs.bsky.social, on U.S.– #Iran relations, #nuclear diplomacy, & regional stability on Oct. 30, at 4:30 PM. Register now: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
October 8, 2025 at 4:40 PM
UPCOMING SEMINAR: Join us in person & online for a conversation with @valinasr.bsky.social of @jhu.edu & @safiraleaf.bsky.social, moderated by @naghmehs.bsky.social, on U.S.– #Iran relations, #nuclear diplomacy, & regional stability on Oct. 30, at 4:30 PM. Register now: bit.ly/4nH3l5O
Founding senior fellow & director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research Khalil Shikaki showcased his book project on public opinion in #Palestine and the Oslo peace process.
September 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Founding senior fellow & director of the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research Khalil Shikaki showcased his book project on public opinion in #Palestine and the Oslo peace process.
Nader Andrawos, junior research fellow, presented his ongoing research on the concept of rights & its critiques in #Egypt & the Arab world.
September 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Nader Andrawos, junior research fellow, presented his ongoing research on the concept of rights & its critiques in #Egypt & the Arab world.
Today is our Fall Scholars' Retreat! The Center's intellectual community gathered to share & engage with our ongoing research on the modern #MiddleEast. We began with Ibrahim Elhoudaiby, junior research fellow, presenting his work on late-19th century #Egypt, sovereignty, & Islamic law.
September 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Today is our Fall Scholars' Retreat! The Center's intellectual community gathered to share & engage with our ongoing research on the modern #MiddleEast. We began with Ibrahim Elhoudaiby, junior research fellow, presenting his work on late-19th century #Egypt, sovereignty, & Islamic law.
Hear from Shai Feldman, Raymond Frankel Prof. in Israeli Politics & Society, Crown founding director, & author of our latest Middle East Brief, on the converging crises that led to one of the largest protests in Israel's history: brandeis.edu/crown/public... | #gaza #middleeast #israel
September 10, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Hear from Shai Feldman, Raymond Frankel Prof. in Israeli Politics & Society, Crown founding director, & author of our latest Middle East Brief, on the converging crises that led to one of the largest protests in Israel's history: brandeis.edu/crown/public... | #gaza #middleeast #israel
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The Crown Center is now accepting applications for its Junior Research Fellowship, to begin on Sept. 1, 2026. Deadline: Oct. 31, 2025. See full terms & eligibility on the application page: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30422
September 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The Crown Center is now accepting applications for its Junior Research Fellowship, to begin on Sept. 1, 2026. Deadline: Oct. 31, 2025. See full terms & eligibility on the application page: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30422
How is public opinion in the Arab world shifting in response to the war in #Gaza? Join us online & in person for a conversation between Amaney Jamal & Michael Robbins of Arab Barometer, and Crown founding fellow Khalil Shikaki, moderated by Michal Ben-Josef Hirsch: brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
August 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
How is public opinion in the Arab world shifting in response to the war in #Gaza? Join us online & in person for a conversation between Amaney Jamal & Michael Robbins of Arab Barometer, and Crown founding fellow Khalil Shikaki, moderated by Michal Ben-Josef Hirsch: brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The Crown Center for Middle East Studies invites you to our exciting lineup of in-person and virtual events this fall. Save the dates and register for virtual attendance! www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
@valinasr.bsky.social @safiraleaf.bsky.social | #iran #iraq #gaza #middleeast
@valinasr.bsky.social @safiraleaf.bsky.social | #iran #iraq #gaza #middleeast
August 22, 2025 at 4:34 PM
The Crown Center for Middle East Studies invites you to our exciting lineup of in-person and virtual events this fall. Save the dates and register for virtual attendance! www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
@valinasr.bsky.social @safiraleaf.bsky.social | #iran #iraq #gaza #middleeast
@valinasr.bsky.social @safiraleaf.bsky.social | #iran #iraq #gaza #middleeast
With continuing economic sanctions & deepening diplomatic isolation, what outlets does #Iran have to the global economy? Watch Henry J. Leir Professor of the Economics of the Middle East Nader Habibi's recent segment on Iran's international trade under sanctions with @aljazeeraa.bsky.social:
August 6, 2025 at 5:45 PM
With continuing economic sanctions & deepening diplomatic isolation, what outlets does #Iran have to the global economy? Watch Henry J. Leir Professor of the Economics of the Middle East Nader Habibi's recent segment on Iran's international trade under sanctions with @aljazeeraa.bsky.social:
Join Profs. Shai Feldman & Khalil Shikaki & other members of the #Brandeis community for an engaging & unique experience, seen here in this snapshot from the course in the Fall of '24!
July 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Join Profs. Shai Feldman & Khalil Shikaki & other members of the #Brandeis community for an engaging & unique experience, seen here in this snapshot from the course in the Fall of '24!
@brandeisuniversity.bsky.social students: With Fall course registration now open, check out "Arabs and Israelis — Conflict and Peacemaking" & other courses on offer by Crown faculty! For a full list of Crown courses open to #Brandeis students, visit our website:
www.brandeis.edu/crown/course...
www.brandeis.edu/crown/course...
July 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM
@brandeisuniversity.bsky.social students: With Fall course registration now open, check out "Arabs and Israelis — Conflict and Peacemaking" & other courses on offer by Crown faculty! For a full list of Crown courses open to #Brandeis students, visit our website:
www.brandeis.edu/crown/course...
www.brandeis.edu/crown/course...
All recordings of our 20th Anniversary Symposium are now available! Watch the keynote address and panels on the future of the #MiddleEast on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
May 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
All recordings of our 20th Anniversary Symposium are now available! Watch the keynote address and panels on the future of the #MiddleEast on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
#Brandeis Students: Check out the #MiddleEast courses on offer by Crown faculty for Fall '25! Don't miss out on studying the region with experts in history, journalism, politics, & more. For a full list of upcoming & past courses visit our website: brandeis.edu/crown/course...
May 8, 2025 at 7:02 PM
#Brandeis Students: Check out the #MiddleEast courses on offer by Crown faculty for Fall '25! Don't miss out on studying the region with experts in history, journalism, politics, & more. For a full list of upcoming & past courses visit our website: brandeis.edu/crown/course...
The opening of our 20th Anniversary Symposium featured an address by @suzannemaloney.bsky.social of @brookings.edu on the state of the #MiddleEast & Crown scholars exploring the challenges facing #Iran. Recordings available soon!
@naghmehs.bsky.social @kahal.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
@naghmehs.bsky.social @kahal.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
May 6, 2025 at 7:46 PM
The opening of our 20th Anniversary Symposium featured an address by @suzannemaloney.bsky.social of @brookings.edu on the state of the #MiddleEast & Crown scholars exploring the challenges facing #Iran. Recordings available soon!
@naghmehs.bsky.social @kahal.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
@naghmehs.bsky.social @kahal.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
Thank you to all those who attended our celebration of 20 years of the Crown Center's work in bridging scholarship with real-world insight on the #MiddleEast! Stay tuned—video recordings of the symposium will be available soon. Don't forget to join our mailing list: www.brandeis.edu/crown/email-...
May 1, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Thank you to all those who attended our celebration of 20 years of the Crown Center's work in bridging scholarship with real-world insight on the #MiddleEast! Stay tuned—video recordings of the symposium will be available soon. Don't forget to join our mailing list: www.brandeis.edu/crown/email-...
The #MiddleEast is at a turning point. Join us for our 20th anniversary on April 23–24 as we bring together the voices shaping how we think about the region—today & tomorrow. Full schedule & registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... @kahal.bsky.social @clukasik.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
April 22, 2025 at 7:22 PM
The #MiddleEast is at a turning point. Join us for our 20th anniversary on April 23–24 as we bring together the voices shaping how we think about the region—today & tomorrow. Full schedule & registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... @kahal.bsky.social @clukasik.bsky.social @danamir.bsky.social
From political engagement to regional cooperation, there's more happening than the headlines tell us. What makes you feel optimistic about the #MiddleEast? Join us at our 20th Anniversary Symposium on April 23-24: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Hope #Brandeis
April 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM
From political engagement to regional cooperation, there's more happening than the headlines tell us. What makes you feel optimistic about the #MiddleEast? Join us at our 20th Anniversary Symposium on April 23-24: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Hope #Brandeis
What stories are we missing on #migration in the #MiddleEast? Join us as Crown experts discuss the future of migration, #displacement, and #diaspora at our 20th Anniversary Symposium on April 23–24.
📍In person+virtual
🔗 Full lineup+registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Brandeis
📍In person+virtual
🔗 Full lineup+registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Brandeis
April 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
What stories are we missing on #migration in the #MiddleEast? Join us as Crown experts discuss the future of migration, #displacement, and #diaspora at our 20th Anniversary Symposium on April 23–24.
📍In person+virtual
🔗 Full lineup+registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Brandeis
📍In person+virtual
🔗 Full lineup+registration: www.brandeis.edu/crown/events... | #Brandeis
What are the biggest challenges facing the #MiddleEast? What opportunities are there for optimism & what issues aren't receiving enough attention? Join us on April 23 & 24, in person and virtually, as we take on these questions and more:
www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
April 11, 2025 at 8:14 PM
What are the biggest challenges facing the #MiddleEast? What opportunities are there for optimism & what issues aren't receiving enough attention? Join us on April 23 & 24, in person and virtually, as we take on these questions and more:
www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
What challenges & opportunities are shaping the future of the #MiddleEast? Hear from Crown fellows Ian VanderMeulen, @danamir.bsky.social, & other Crown experts at our 20th anniversary symposium on April 23-24. What do you see as the biggest challenge? www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...
April 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
What challenges & opportunities are shaping the future of the #MiddleEast? Hear from Crown fellows Ian VanderMeulen, @danamir.bsky.social, & other Crown experts at our 20th anniversary symposium on April 23-24. What do you see as the biggest challenge? www.brandeis.edu/crown/events...