The Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Islamic Studies Program seeks to bridge gaps in understanding between East and West and ensure that Harvard's capacity in Islamic Studies matches more fully the depth of Islam's rich historical and geographically diverse cultures.

By bringing together faculty, students and researchers from across the University, the Program builds on Harvard's strong commitment to the study of the religious traditions of the world.

Safranboly, Turkey

Incekaya Aqueduct

Photo courtesy of the
Aga Khan Trust for Culture

News & Noteworthy

Ali Asani has been named director of the Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Islamic Studies Program. Read more

Searching for the right course on Islam, Muslim Societies and Cultures at Harvard? See our compiled list of 2011-2012 course offerings across 21 departments, programs, and schools.   Read more

Malika Zeghal, Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Professor in Contemporary Islamic Thought and Life was a guest January 18, 2011 on Charlie Rose where she discussed the recent events in Tunisia.   Watch video

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Upcoming Events

February 7
5:15-7:30
Discussion and screening of "Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World"
Sackler Museum

February 13
6:00-8:00
Discussion of "Love, Insh'Allah: The Secret Love Lives of American Muslim Women"
Ticknor Lounge
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