Middle East Institute Announces New Director

The Center for the Study of Muslim Societies’ partner, the Middle East Institute, has announced Najam Haider as the new Director.

Najam Haider, Professor of Religion/ Chair of Religion Department

A Professor in the Department of Religion, Haider completed his PhD at Princeton University (2007), M.Phil. at Oxford University (2000), and BA at Dartmouth College (1997). His courses bridge the gap between the classical and modern Muslim worlds with a particular emphasis on the impact of colonization and modernity on Islamic political and religious discourse. Prof. Haider’s research interests include early Islamic history, the methodology and development of Islamic law, and Shi‘ism. To read about Professor Haider further, please visit his faculty page.

MA in Islamic Studies - Fall 2025 Applications Open

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Fall 2025 Applications Now Open

Applications for Fall 2025 entry into the MA in Islamic Studies (ISMA) are now open.

This interdisciplinary program focuses on the critical academic study of the Islamic religious and intellectual tradition and the diverse regional histories, cultures, and social formations of Muslim communities around the world.

Applications are due February 6, 2025.

Please visit the MA Program page for further information.