At the core of the Center’s mandate is the pursuit of firsthand knowledge about the Middle East based on literacy in its languages and understanding of its diverse politics, cultures, and histories. Graduta bring a deepened understanding of the Middle East to careers that include academia, government, business, journalism, and law. The program’s broad, interdisciplinary approach encompasses the humanities and social sciences as well as the arts and natural sciences. CMES engages with faculty from Harvard University’s many departments, professional schools, and other regional studies centers.
At the core of the Center’s mandate is the pursuit of firsthand knowledge about the Middle East based on literacy in its languages and understanding of its diverse politics, cultures, and histories. Graduta bring a deepened understanding of the Middle East to careers that include academia, government, business, journalism, and law. The program’s broad, interdisciplinary approach encompasses the humanities and social sciences as well as the arts and natural sciences. CMES engages with faculty from Harvard University’s many departments, professional schools, and other regional studies centers.