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GUQ Speaks

GUQSPEAKS coordinator

Life at GUQ is a diverse experience, and we’re just trying to piece it all together as we go. That’s exactly what we’re up to here – taking it one conversation at a time.

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01:13:37

GUQ Starter Pack: Freshmen Interrogate Seniors | #040

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/11/22

Welcome to our first official vodcast! In this premiere episode, hosts Ruth Kidane and Eeman Siddiqui (both Class of 2029) sit down with four graduating seniors representing diverse academic paths at Georgetown University-Qatar. Tashafee Masoodi (International History), Ahmed Ahmed (International Economics), Marianna Pereira de Souza (Culture and Politics), and Ali Nasir (International Politics) open up about their journeys at GU-Q, sharing candid stories, hard-earned wisdom, and insider

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00:59:39

Hiwaraat Conferences: When Does Criticism Become...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/11/01

This episode is about our campus at GU-Q, where student criticism of the Hiwaraat conference series made the administration fearful of a protest and potentially a boycott. But what exactly went down? And how can student criticism evolve beyond resentment? Tune in to find out.Special thanks to the contributors to this episode: Zahra Babar, executive director of CIRS; Noon ElSharif (class of 2027); Prof. Firat Oruc; Prof. Magdalena Rostorn; Prof. Lynda Iroulo; Ameer Sadi (class of 2028); Farkhunda

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00:19:13

Our Future is Ancestral: Professor Nouf Al-Thani on...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/10/16

In this episode, Professor Nouf Al-Thani, Deputy Director of Learning and Outreach at Lusail Museum (Qatar Museums), tells the story of Qatar as a cultural diplomat.How did Qatar build an identity that incorporates cultural diplomacy as soft power? How does a nation establish a distinct identity on the international stage? Tune in to discover Qatar's story as told by a Qatari scholar.This interview was moderated by Ibrahim Absar (IECO '26) and Ariba Ashraf (Class of 2029), and narrated by

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00:48:46

From GU-Q Students to Faculty: Dr. Al-Jufairi and Dr....

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/10/02

Welcome back to GU-Q Speaks! In this special episode, we explore the inspiring journeys of two alumni who've returned to Georgetown University in Qatar as faculty members. Host Remas Alhawari (IPOL '26) sits down with Dr. Khalid Al-Jufairi (IPOL '09) and Dr. Maryam AlSada (IPOL '12) to discover how they transformed from curious students into accomplished scholars. Hear about their global academic careers, what drew them back to their alma mater, and the unique perspective they bring to teaching at

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00:13:49

Hoya Welcome Week: Voices Behind the Scenes | #036

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/08/03

A special collaboration between GUQ Speaks and the Hoya Welcome Week Coordinators! In this episode, host Maryam Al Ansari (Class of 2026) sits down with the dynamic duo behind Georgetown's Welcome Week planning: Panagiotis Dalgiannakis and Hassan Amin, both members of the Class of 2027.Discover what goes into coordinating Welcome Week events as Panos and Hassan share their vision for making the transition to GU-Q as smooth and exciting as possible, while giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the

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01:06:00

Student Life Core: Voices from Universities Across...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/07/01

Join us for our second Arabic special episode featuring students from both public and private universities across Doha, Qatar. Despite being in a relatively small country, discover how student experiences vary dramatically between campuses, creating worlds of difference. Our guests include Nour Alseaf from Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Jana Al Farra from University of Doha for Science and Technology, and Al Hanouf Al Shammari from the College of Pharmacy at Qatar University, this episode is

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00:16:58

Faculty vs. Feedback: A RateMyProfessor Special | #034

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/06/08

As part of our ongoing summer series, we’re handing the mic to the professors and the students. In this episode, Dr. Dennis McCornac, Dr. Akintunde Akinade, Dr. James Olsen, Dr. Santaiago Garcia Couto, and Dr. Karine Walther read their own RateMyProfessor reviews out loud, unfiltered. Some are kind, others are brutal, and a few are just plain weird. Through it all, they reflect on what it means to teach, to be seen (and sometimes misunderstood), and how feedback even when anonymous shapes the

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00:48:07

Studying Abroad: Washington, D.C. in Retrospect | #033

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/05/30

As part of our summer series, we're excited to bring you monthly episodes exploring student experiences from around the globe. This month, we dive into the heart of Washington, D.C., through the eyes of Georgetown University Qatar's Class of 2026 students who spent their fall 2024 semester studying abroad at the main campus.Join us as Jay Pacer (International Politics), Tashafee Masoodi (International History), Farkhunda Fazelyar (Culture and Politics), and Mariaa Sorokina (International Economics)

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00:53:42

SCC Reflections: Advice, Stories and Confessions from...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/05/04

As commencement approaches and the Class of 2025 counts down to their graduation day, we're excited to continue our annual tradition of featuring seniors on our podcast. This year, we collaborate with the Senior Class Committee representing the four majors at GU-Q: Zahra Saboorzadeh (IECO), Maytha Al-Shrame (IPOL), Natali Fanik (IHIST), and John Carlos Burog (CULP).Tune in to hear these accomplished seniors answer your thoughtful questions, share valuable advice for the Class of 2029, and reveal

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00:45:52

Aftermath of the Referendum: A New Era of Student...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/04/19

In the aftermath of the most contentious SGA amendment in recent memory, this episode revisits the referendum that ultimately led to the amendment’s reversal. But was that the real victory?Join Ibrahim Absar and Kim Chen in an unfiltered conversation recorded shortly after the referendum results were released. They unpack not just the vote itself, but the deeper issues of student representation, communication failures, and the disconnect between SGA and the student body.Why did this amendment

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00:23:26

SGA Presidential Debate: Unpacking Promises Before...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/04/15

In this unexpected and fast-tracked episode, we respond to an urgent request from the SGA to help answer student-submitted questions that couldn't be addressed during the presidential debate held during lunch hour on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025. Recorded the very same day and released just hours before polls open, this special episode dives deep into the manifestos of the four presidential candidates.Hosted by Nagla Abdelhady, the 2024–2025 SGA President (Class of '25), the episode features insightful

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00:28:32

Eid Diaries: Narratives from Around the World | #029

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/03/30

Eid Mubarak, everyone! We present this episode as a Eid special, and we hope you enjoy it! Join us in our conversation about diverse Eid experiences from around the globe, spanning from the US to Bangladesh, with four GU-Q students: Ranneme Abu-Hajar (Class of '27), Adeena Hossain (Class of '27), Shyryn Nurlybek (Class of '27), with our host Shahd El-Said (Class of '26).During this conversation, we delve deeper into the differences and similarities between each country in celebrating Eid. It's a

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00:54:12

Protecting Democracy: SGA on the Amendment Dispute |...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/03/24

This episode comes at a pivotal moment in GU-Q's history, marking the first time a call for a referendum has been made. On March 18, 2025, the student body received an email from the Student Government Association (SGA) informing them of new constitutional amendments. These amendments sparked division among students, further fueled by growing hostility toward the SGA. What does this mean for our democracy?This episode's questions were submitted by you through our Instagram page and are

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01:00:44

Education City & Us: A Promise Fulfilled? | #027...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/03/09

Welcome to our first episode in Arabic, where we explore Education City as both a project and a mission to educate the Qatari youth since its establishment in 1997.This episode is brought to you by Moza Al-Hajri (IECO '26), Ahmed Al-Kuwari (CULP '23), and Leen Al-Thani (IPOL '28), who discuss what Education City means to them and whether it has fulfilled its promise of providing better education.Tune in and let us know what other topics you would like us to explore in Arabic!مرحبًا بكم

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00:35:06

Syria's Next Chapter: A Conversation with Professor...

GUQ Speaks ·

2025/02/21

After the fall of the Assad regime's 54-year dictatorship, Syria begins the next chapter. Many questions have surfaced around the fall of the regime and how the Syrian state will rebuild and interact with Syrian society and foreign actors.Bayan Kayali (Class 26) discusses these questions with Professor Mehran Kamrava to understand a Political Scientist's reading of developments in Syria. As students of the School of Foreign Service at GU-Q, located in the midst of the region's turmoil, we believe it

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00:34:06

Behind the Gazette: Understanding Voices of our...

GUQ Speaks ·

2024/12/25

Our last episode of 2024 is brought to you by Sama Alissa (CULP ’27) and Jannah ElGamal (IHIST ’27), both members of the GU-Q Gazette. With the gazette's popularity growing, particularly due to its controversial pieces, Jannah explores her role as an author in our community. How does she choose her topics? Where does she begin her craft? What are the larger implications of publication?Join us to understand the behind-the-scenes workings of our community platform at GU-Q!

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00:52:03

Voices from Sudan: Dismantling Myths About the...

GUQ Speaks ·

2024/11/27

In a world infested with numbers and statistics, finding the human side of conflict can feel overwhelming. This episode dives deeper, offering nuanced, personal perspectives that go beyond the headlines—stories that bring empathy and humanity to the forefront of the Sudanese Crisis.In the face of the devastating reality in Sudan, stories of resilience and hope demand to be heard. Join us as Aya Ahmed (SFS'27) and Noon ElSharif (SFS'27), Sudanese students at GU-Q, share deeply personal perspectives

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00:07:53

Turning the Page: A New Era of GU-Q Speaks | #023

GUQ Speaks ·

2024/10/23

In this episode, we turn the page to a new era of GU-Q Speaks, diving into what’s next for our podcast this academic year.What can listeners expect from this new chapter? How are we planning to tackle bigger topics and expand our reach? And how can YOU be a part of shaping the future of GUQ Speaks? Tune in as we discuss our goals, upcoming ideas, and invite you to share your thoughts through polls on Instagram and Spotify. Join us on this journey, and enjoy the episode!

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01:20:21

365 Days Later: A Human Perspective on the Genocide |...

GUQ Speaks ·

2024/10/08

Get a unique, deeply personal perspective on the experience of being Gazan during an all out genocide as the Israeli genocidal campaign in Gaza reaches its one year mark today. Join Masa Qaoud (SFS-Q '28), a GUQ freshman who lived the genocide in all its forms, and Ahmed Zayed (SFS-Q '25), a GUQ student who had to observe helplessly as his family underwent the genocide. From the smallest memories to the biggest tragedies, Masa and Ahmed dive into their personal experiences as Gazans, their thoughts

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01:40:51

Hoyas in Retrospect: Senior Reflections on Life at...

GUQ Speaks ·

2024/09/12

Join a lively group of Georgetown University in Qatar seniors as they candidly discuss their college journey. From academic challenges to cultural discoveries, these Hoyas share their most memorable experiences and insights gained over four years in Doha. Hear firsthand accounts of how GU-Q has shaped their perspectives and prepared them for the future. Whether you're a prospective student, current Hoya, or curious listener, this episode offers an authentic glimpse into student life at

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