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Welcome to the official page for Arabic at Temple University.

The minor in Arabic focuses on intermediate and advanced language skills and an understanding of contemporary Arabic culture. Students who already have a grounding in Arabic and are interested in languages, literature, film, and culture will find this minor of particular interest. This program is ideal for students considering careers in international business, government service, or other professions where foreign language proficiency is important. Students who place out of one or more of the Arabic language courses may replace those requirements with independent study or electives as approved by the Arabic faculty advisor. A Certificate of Specialization in Arabic focuses on learning language skills and developing a strong foundation for the effective use of Arabic socially and professionally. This program should be of particular interest to students considering careers in international business, government service, or other professions where foreign language proficiency is important. This program has two tracks: one for undergraduate students who enter Temple University with little or no previous background in Arabic; and one for students who enter Temple University with a previous background in Arabic. The curriculum consists of six developmentally-sequenced semesters of instruction in Arabic. Students with no background in Arabic will begin the six-course sequence with Arabic 1001. Students who enter the program with a placement above Arabic 1001 will need to complete the six-course requirement by taking either or both Arabic 4183 and 4283. A grade of C- or higher must be earned in all required courses to qualify for the certificate.

09/22/2026

The Egyptian Fall Festival returns to Conshohocken October 3-4 with homemade Egyptian food, live entertainment, vendors and free family activities.

09/22/2026

Egyptian Food Festival in Conshohoken Oct 3 and 4!
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The Egyptian Fall Festival returns to Conshohocken October 3-4 with homemade Egyptian food, live entertainment, vendors and free family activities.

08/05/2026

Philly and Temple Folks! It's not too late to register for fall classes. To find out more about our offerings and to figure out the right level of Arabic for you, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

06/22/2026

A Space for Us, By Us: A Community Tatreez Workshop Series 🇵🇸✨

We invite our Palestinian community to a dedicated, 3-part Tatreez workshop series led by Jawhara. Let’s gather, stitch, and share our stories in a space created entirely for connection, culture, and heritage. ❤️

Whether you are looking to learn your very first cross-stitch or want to practice your craft alongside community, this series is designed to be a warm, welcoming home for your creativity.

📅 Workshop Schedule
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Session 1: Saturday, July 11
Session 2: Saturday, August 1
Session 3: Saturday, August 22

All skill levels—from absolute beginners to experienced stitchers—are welcome.

How to Join
Space is limited to keep our stitching circle intimate.

👉 Register https://www.albustanseeds.org/events

04/24/2026

Awe-inspiring performance -a combination of monologues and Ethiopian songs - by Ethiopian-Italian storyteller Gabriella Ghermandi yesterday sponsored by my amazing Italian program colleagues from our fab department Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.

The performance was a testament to the power of oral storytelling in preserving cultural memory.

Address

1114 W Berks Street 545 Suite Mazur Hall
Philadelphia, PA
19122

Website

https://www.cla.temple.edu/asian-and-middle-eastern-languages-and-studies/

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