Israel’s Death Penalty: A New Law Targeting Palestinians

The Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series returns this fall with Ambassador Fahad bin Mohammed Al-Attiyah. Ambassador Al-Attiyah previously led Qatar’s National Food Security Programme before serving as Qatar’s Ambassador to Russia and then the United Kingdom. He is also the founder and owner of Caravane Earth and Heenat Salma Farm. Drawing on that experience, Ambassador Al-Attiyah will talk about how Heenat Salma Farm came to be, what he has learned from building it, and how its work connects sustainability with Qatar’s cultural heritage. The conversation will also consider what those lessons might mean for Qatar’s future. Professor Patrick Laude will moderate.

Embark on a journey with the Fall 2026 Open House: Passport to Georgetown University in Qatar, an invitation for prospective students to explore Georgetown University in Qatar. This interactive event offers a firsthand look at Georgetown University in Qatar’s “GU-Q” academic programs, student life, hands-on research, personalized advising, financial aid, and career opportunities, showcasing how global perspectives and multidisciplinary learning intersect. Early registration is encouraged; reserve your spot today to get a firsthand look at the GU-Q experience.

Explore Egyptian musical styles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries with pioneering ensemble Oxford Maqam. This conversation reveals how historical Arabic musical traditions are being rediscovered, reinterpreted, and kept alive for new generations. It will be followed the next day by a live concert featuring selected works innovatively revived from this period.