Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies | School of Politics, Public Affairs & International Studies
Arts & Sciences Building 152
100 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-6484
Email: arabic@uwyo.edu
Welcome to our Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Cultural Club page! If you're looking to meet other students with similar interests, or you just want to learn more about culture, you've come to the right place!
The Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Cultural Club is a group of students interested in the region's culture, tradition and history. It is an opportunity for students to come together to share in this interest, learn about the MENA region and experience a new culture. If you are originally from the MENA region, it is the chance to learn about countries different from your own, as well as share and educate people about your country's culture.
We meet two times a month (once every two weeks). Meetings will usually take place on a Thursday at 7 pm. However, the day/times will vary depending on the availability of the members and leadership team. You can fill out your preferred meeting times in the New Member Interest Form.
Our meetings intend to take members on a journey throughout the Middle East/North Africa region. Meetings will alternate, meaning one month will be a more formal meeting, and the next month will be informal. The formal sessions will entail a presentation on the chosen country (likely given by a student or community member from that country), giving the members a comprehensive perspective on the country's culture, society, politics, religion, etc. There will also be food and drinks to try from that country and other relevant games or music. The informal meetings will depend on the country, but they will include an informal activity most relevant to that country. Examples include: getting dinner at a Lebanese restaurant, going to a cafe to drink Turkish coffee, playing billiards, and drinking Arak.
Our formal events will be somewhere on campus, such as in the Union or Cheney International Center. Our informal events will vary depending on the theme, sometimes being held at one of our committee member's houses, on campus, a cafe/restaurant, etc.
In the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Cultural Club, there will always be something new for you to learn or something new for you to try! The best way to grow is to live outside your comfort zone, and this club will help you do so, allowing you to experience a new culture in a safe and fun environment. It is also a great way to meet people who have similar interests, but come from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures!
The Student Advisory Board is a new initiative of the Arabic and Middle East Studies Program's MENA Cultural Club. The following students will serve as leaders for the club during the 2022-2023 school year. They will plan events for the club and serve as a liaison between the Arabic and Middle East Studies Program and students by obtaining feedback and advising the program on events that students would like to see. Meet the new members of the Advisory Board below!
Interested in joining MENA Cultural Club? Fill out our New Member Interest Form, and we'll send you an e-mail in 1-2 days with the next steps and upcoming events.
Any questions, feel free to reach out to us at arabic@uwyo.edu
Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies | School of Politics, Public Affairs & International Studies
Arts & Sciences Building 152
100 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-6484
Email: arabic@uwyo.edu