Category: Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
8 Articles
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
- News
Climate Change and the Syrian Conflict?
CCAS Professor Marwa Daoudy debunks the theory that climate change caused the Syrian uprising, reminding us that the protestors were seeking an end to repression and. …
November 18, 2019
- Alumni Spotlight
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
The Lived Nile: Environment, Disease, and Material Colonial Economy in Egypt
An interview with MAAS alum Jennifer Derr (â€).…
November 18, 2019
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
Enhancing Development with New Teaching Approaches
This summer I had a teaching opportunity like never before. I designed and taught a course in Lebanon on international development as part of an independent study with Prof. Fida…
November 18, 2019
- Alumni Spotlight
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
A Unique Viewpoint on Diverse Landscapes
MAAS alum Uma Mencia shares how her career as an endurance horse racer has introduced her to new landscapes and peoples and given her a deeper connection with the natural world.…
November 18, 2019
- Alumni Spotlight
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
Refugees and Water Security
A MAAS alum examines the historic roots of Jordan’s water management policy By Skylar Benedict “As you know, the country suffers from a shortage of water. Suddenly,…
November 18, 2019
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
Renewable Energy in the Gulf Arab States
Since the 2014 drop in oil prices, Gulf countries have begun to shift their attention toward renewables. By Aisha Al-Sarihi Despite the abundance of oil and gas resources, and…
November 18, 2019
- Alumni Spotlight
- Fall 2019 Newsmagazine
- Featured News
MAAS Alum Builds Jordan’s First Windfarm
MAAS alum Samer Judeh built Jordan’s first windfarm and catalyzed the country’s renewable energy.…
November 13, 2019