History and Middle East Studies

in Cairo

Open to all majors

Ahlan Wa Sahlan!  Welcome to Cairo.  Grand Valley State University offers you an exciting program of study and travel.  From your accommodation in the center of Egypt’s bustling capital, walk a few blocks to view the treasures of the pharaohs or stroll along the Nile.  Go shopping in the covered market or wander among the architectural wonders of Islamic Cairo.

A short distance away from Cairo lie the Pyramids, Coptic Christian monasteries, Alexandria, and the Suez Canal.  In addition to these and many other wonders, the warm, friendly people of Egypt will leave the most lasting impression of your visit.

Faculty associated with The American University in Cairo will teach MES 380, Egypt:  Contemporary Issues in Egyptian Society and Culture.  The American University in Cairo is one of the region’s most prestigious institutions, and its excellent facilities will be available to participants.

Students will register for a total of 6 credits:

3 Cr. HST 380:  The History of Egypt.

A survey of Egyptian history from the pharaohs to contemporary times.

3 Cr. MES 380:  Egypt:  Contemporary Issues in Egyptian Society and Culture. 

Study of current issues, centered on lectures and discussions with local experts.

This five-week program will begin in early May 2010

For more information contact:

Prof. James Goode

History Department

D1-134 Mackinac Hall

Tel. 616.331.3184

Email  goodej@gvsu.edu