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The Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Monthly Meetings: Knowledge on Sale: The Privatization of Sociological Teaching in Iran

Ghorbani Hajar

I am pleased to share news about #The_Middle_Eastern_and_Islamic_Studies_Monthly_Meetings, a recurring gathering aimed at bringing together scholars and students in the field of Islamic/Muslim/Middle Eastern studies at the #University_of_Alberta. The meeting themes will be selected by presenters — professors and their graduate students. I as the organizer of these monthly meetings hope that your active participation and support will not only bring our academic community together but also provide a valuable space for the consolidation of the #MEIS epistemic community and meaningful critical dialogue. Our second meeting will feature a panel discussion titled “#Knowledge_on_Sale_The_Privitization_of_Sociological_Teaching_in_Iran“, with Professor #Zohreh_Bayatrizi and  #Reyhane_Javadi, chaired by Dr. #Richard_Westerman. The program will also include Read more…

Anthropology PhD Student receives Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship

Ghorbani Hajar

Hajar Ghorbani has received an Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship for her continued exceptional performance in the Anthropology doctoral program: https://www.ualberta.ca/anthropology/about-anthropology/anthropology-news/2023/09-sept-12-dec/anthropology-phd-student-receives-the-izaak-walton-killam-memorial-2021-2022-vanier-canada-graduate-scholarship.html M. Whitecotton-Carroll – 24 October 2023 The Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarships are the most prestigious graduate awards administered by the University of Alberta. They are awarded to outstanding doctoral students who, at the time of application, have completed at least one year of graduate study. Killam Scholarships are awarded for two years and include a stipend of $45,000 per year. Each award is renewable for a second year upon continued exceptional performance in a doctoral program at the Read more…

Calls For Book Chapters

Ghorbani Hajar

Title: Decolonising Death Studies Co-Editors: Dr Panagiotis Pentaris, Dr Stacey Pitsillides & Hajar Ghorbani Overview Social and cultural factors can strongly influence how we approach death and dying, including attitudes towards death, rituals and practices surrounding death, and end-of-life care. The World Health Organization notes that understanding these factors is important for improving the quality of life and care for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses (WHO, 2021). Hamilton et al. (2022) note that current knowledge in death studies tends to be influenced by Western views, conforming identities, specific disciplines, the English language, and a certain generation, which can limit its application Read more…