BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Program in Islamic Law - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Program in Islamic Law X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Program in Islamic Law REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240521 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20240415T133402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T232030Z UID:10001638-1716163200-1716249599@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:International Course on Legal Pluralism: Commission on Legal Pluralism\, May 20\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:“From 8-11 January 2025 the Commission on Legal Pluralism in collaboration with the Universitas Indonesia Law School will organize a course on Legal Pluralism in Jakarta\, Indonesia about theories\, knowledge and methodologies of legal pluralism. The purpose of the 4-day course is to familiarize the participants with the current international debates and insights on socio-legal studies and legal pluralism and to offer a comparative perspective that allows them to rethink their own research and practical work.” The deadline to apply is May 20\, 2024. \nFor details\, please visit the link here. URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/international-course-on-legal-pluralism-commission-on-legal-pluralism-may-20-2024/ CATEGORIES:Applications,conferences and workshops,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20240517T000526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T233607Z UID:10001642-1723420800-1723766399@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Summer Course: “Reading Aljamiado Mansucripts\,” Mediterranean Studies Summer Skills Seminar\, August 12-15\, 2024 via Teams DESCRIPTION:From the seminar: \nThis four-day intensive skills seminar will provide participants with an overview of the interests and preoccupations of the Muslim communities of Aragon in the fifteenth\, sixteenth and early-seventeenth centuries\, as expressed on their own terms\, in their own texts\, using this unique alphabetic system. We will read\, discuss and analyze unpublished and published manuscript fragments held today in various archives and libraries around the world\, from the perspective of literal meaning\, linguistics\, sociology\, material culture\, historical context\, and so on. The focus is on “hands-on” skills\, and we will read Aljamiado manuscripts together\, progressing through increasingly challenging texts as the course proceeds and students’ abilities develop. The contents will be catered as much as possible to the participants’ interests and needs. Medievalists and Modernists in all fields\, graduate students\, and qualified undergraduate students\, as well as library and archival professionals are encouraged to apply. \nThe regular application period ends April 15\, 2024.  For application and payment details\, see here. \n  URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/summer-course-reading-aljamiado-mansucripts-mediterranean-studies-summer-skills-seminar-august-12-15-2024-via-teams/ CATEGORIES:Applications,conferences and workshops,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T165900 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20240906T150731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T232040Z UID:10001656-1725840000-1725901140@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Writing Group: Islamic Law and History (1 or 2 Credits) – Fall Term\, September 9\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:Professor Intisar Rabb is accepting applications for the Fall term to participate in the Writing Group: Topics in Islamic Law and History course for 1 or 2 credits. Interested applicants should submit a single paragraph of interest\, resume\, and unofficial transcript\, all in PDF Format to Marzieh Noori at mnoori@law.harvard.edu. If accepted\, applicants are expected to attend the first four sessions of the Islamic Law Course – which meets Mondays\, 6-8pm\, and then sessions on select Mondays thereafter for paper development and peer/professor review. Also if accepted\, students enrolling in writing groups are required to submit a signed Writing Group Registration Form to the Registrar’s Office prior to the course registration deadline. URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/writing-group-islamic-law-and-history-1-or-2-credits-fall-term-september-9-2024/ CATEGORIES:Applications,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250116 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20250110T171900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T232119Z UID:10001712-1736899200-1736985599@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Summer Internship: The Cyberlaw Clinic\, Harvard University\, January 15\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:From the Cyberlaw Clinic: \nThe Cyberlaw Clinic is hiring summer interns for 2025!  Current U.S. JD candidates with an interest in the intersection of tech\, law\, and social justice are invited to join our dynamic team! Summer legal interns work on all aspects of the Cyberlaw Clinic’s caseload and\, like Fall and Spring semester students\, take the lead on the projects they join\, supported by the Clinic staff. Although Clinic projects vary from summer to summer\, they often include substantive law related to the First Amendment\, computer security\, digital privacy\, intellectual property\, civic innovation\, emerging technologies such as AI\, human rights\, reproductive justice and media and the arts. Interns will be involved in supporting the Clinic’s ongoing docket and in planning decisions about clients\, cases\, and topic areas to be addressed in the Clinic’s work during the upcoming academic year. Interns are supervised and mentored by the Cyberlaw Clinic instructors and are provided with feedback and growth opportunities. \nResponsibilities \nCyberlaw Clinic interns will conduct legal work throughout the internship\, including but not limited to conducting legal research; drafting memoranda\, transactional documents\, and court filings; negotiating with third parties; and providing clients with legal advice. \nInterns are responsible for managing their own projects and are expected to balance their work on multiple projects\, schedule client and supervisor meetings\, and maintain client relationships. \nAbout the Cyberlaw Clinic: \nHarvard Law School‘s Cyberlaw Clinic provides high-quality\, pro-bono legal services. Students enhance their preparation for high-tech practice by working on real-world litigation\, client counseling\, advocacy\, and transactional / licensing projects and cases. The Clinic strives to help clients achieve success in their activities online\, mindful of (and in response to) existing law. The Clinic also works with clients to shape the law’s development through policy and advocacy efforts. The Cyberlaw Clinic was the first of its kind\, and it continues its tradition of innovation in its areas of practice. \nFunding and Logistics \nAll Cyberlaw Clinic interns are encouraged to secure funding through their law school. If you are interested in applying but cannot secure funding\, please contact clinic@cyber.harvard.edu. The internship is expected to last approximately ten to twelve weeks (specific dates TBD) and is expected to be in-person\, in Cambridge\, MA. \nQualifications \n\nCurrently enrolled in a U.S. law school. We encourage applications from both rising 2Ls and 3Ls.\nStrong interest in one or more relevant areas of practice\, including intellectual property\, digital civil liberties\, civic innovation\, or any other substantive area involving technology and the law.\nStrong research\, writing\, and communication skills.\nNeither prior work experience nor formal training in a technical field (e.g. a computer science or engineering degree) are required.\n\nCommitment to Diversity \nThe work and well-being of the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society are profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background\, culture\, experience\, national origin\, religion\, sexual orientation\, gender\, gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, age\, disability\, and much more. We actively seek and welcome people of color\, women\, the LGBTQIA community\, persons with disabilities\, and people at intersections of these identities. \nApplication \nTo apply\, please fill out and submit this form. To complete the application\, you will need to supply a resume or CV and a cover letter. The Clinic may request a writing sample and references later in the process\, but they are not required as part of the initial application. We will only contact candidates who move to the next step. \nInternship applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. We encourage applicants to apply by January 8th UPDATED: January 15th! to receive full consideration. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact clinic@cyber.harvard.edu. \n*** \nFor more details\, please see here. URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/summer-internship-the-cyberlaw-clinic-harvard-university-january-15-2025/ CATEGORIES:Applications,courses,Due dates,Harvard Events,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250603 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20250520T141335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T232219Z UID:10001766-1748822400-1748908799@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Arabic Intensive Program: SABLA 2025 Summer Arabic Intensive Program\, Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center\, Washington\, D.C.\, June 16 – July 17\, 2025 (Deadline June 2\, 2025) DESCRIPTION:From the organizers: \nDear Staff and Students\,\nWe are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the SABLA 2025 Summer Arabic Intensive Program\, hosted by the Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center (SQCC) in Washington\, D.C. \nAbout the Program: \nSABLA is a five-week intensive Arabic language and cultural immersion program designed for current undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as recent graduates. The program offers courses at three proficiency levels: Mid Beginner\, Mid Intermediate\, and Mid Advanced\, focusing on Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Classes are conducted by experienced instructors using a proficiency-based approach that emphasizes listening\, speaking\, reading\, writing\, and grammar skills. \nProgram Details: \n*   Dates: June 16 – July 17\, 2025\n*   Schedule: Monday to Thursday\, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\n*   Location: Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center\, Washington\, D.C.\n*   Eligibility:\n*   Current college or university students and recent graduates will be considered\n*   Participants must be 19 years of age and up.\n*   Scholarship Coverage: Tuition and instructional materials\n*   Note: Participants are responsible for airfare to D.C.\, accommodation\, meals\, excursions\, and other personal expenses. SQCC does not provide housing; students must arrange their own accommodation.\nApplication Requirements:\n*   Completed online application form\n*   Resume\n*   Two essays:\n*   English essay (300–500 words) discussing how participation in SABLA will help achieve your future goals and how you plan to incorporate Arabic language study into your academic or career plans\n*   Arabic essay (approximately 175 words) introducing yourself to the program staff\, including your personal and professional interests and goals\n*   Two letters of recommendation\, including one from an Arabic instructor\n*   Unofficial transcripts \nCultural Enrichment: \nBeyond classroom instruction\, SABLA offers integrated cultural activities\, including: \n*   Weekly lectures on Arab history\, society\, and culture with a focus on Oman\n*   Movie screenings\n*   Visits to museums\, libraries\, and Middle Eastern restaurants in D.C.\n*   Guest lectures conducted in Arabic \nApplication Deadline: June 2\, 2025 \nFor more information and to apply\, please visit the official SABLA program page: https://www.sqcc.org/classes/sabla/ \nWe strongly encourage eligible students to apply and take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance their Arabic language skills and immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Oman. \nBest regards\,\nSultan Qaboos Cultural Center\nTel: 202-677-3967\nEmail : Arabic@sqcc.org URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/arabic-intensive-program-sabla-2025-summer-arabic-intensive-program-sultan-qaboos-cultural-center-washington-d-c-june-16-july-17-2025-deadline-june-2-2025/ CATEGORIES:Applications,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20250329T003446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T232131Z UID:10001758-1749945600-1751068799@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:2025 Hurst Summer Institute: Legal History\, University of Wisconsin Law School\, June 15-27\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:From the organizers: \nThe American Society for Legal History (ASLH) and the Institute for Legal Studies at the University of Wisconsin Law School are pleased to invite applications for the 13th biennial Hurst Summer Institute in Legal History. The two-week program features presentations by guest scholars\, discussions of core readings in legal history and analysis of the work of the participants in the Institute. The Hurst Institute is not primarily intended to provide time to write or work on a research project\, but instead to present your work and discuss the craft of writing legal history. \nFor application and summer program details\, see here. URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/2025-hurst-summer-institute-legal-history-university-of-wisconsin-law-school-june-15-27-2025/ CATEGORIES:Applications,Call for papers,conferences and workshops,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250708 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20250408T000715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T233441Z UID:10001761-1751846400-1751932799@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Summer Language Intensive Program: Istanbul University Institute for Islamic Studies\, July 7 – August 8\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Summer Language Intensive Program 2025\nIstanbul University Institute for Islamic Studies\n(Kuyucu Murad Pasha Madrasa\, Vezneciler/Fatih) \nJoin the Summer Language Intensive Program at Istanbul University and enhance your academic research skills in Modern Turkish and Ottoman Turkish. This program is ideal for MA and PhD students in the fields of history\, literature\, and Islamic studies. \nProgram Dates:\nJuly 7th – August 8th\, 2025 (5 weeks) \nClass Schedule:\nWeekdays\, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\n(4 hours daily\, 20 hours per week\, 100 total hours) \nLevels Offered:\nBeginner\, Intermediate\, and Advanced \nProgram Fee:\n1\,500 USD \n\nIncluded in the Program:\n\n100 hours of intensive language training\nAccess to the Islamic Studies Institute Special Collections Library\nSeminars by field experts\nGuided tours to key historical sites: Historical Peninsula\, Süleymaniye Manuscript Library\, and Presidential Archives\nRefreshments (hot & cold drinks and snacks)\nIstanbul University certificate upon completion\n\n\nNote: \n\nMaximum of 10 students per class\nVisa\, flight\, accommodation\, and health insurance are not included\n\n\nApply now to immerse yourself in the rich cultural and historical context of Istanbul while mastering key research languages! \nFor more information and registration\, please contact the program director:\nM. Fatih Çalışır\, PhD\n📧 mfcalisir@istanbul.edu.tr\n🔗 https://islamtetkikleri.istanbul.edu.tr/en/ URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/summer-language-intensive-program-istanbul-university-institute-for-islamic-studies-july-7-august-8-2025/ CATEGORIES:courses,Due dates,lectures and talks,Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-03-at-15.37.25-MtVvtL.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTSTAMP:20260729T023107 CREATED:20250531T001808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T234852Z UID:10001770-1755475200-1756511999@pil.law.harvard.edu SUMMARY:Summer School: Philology and Manuscripts from the Muslim World\, Leiden University\, August 18-29\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Philology and Manuscripts from the Muslim World \nDate: 18 August – 29 August 2025\nCosts: €600\nLevel: The course is meant for graduate students (MA and PhD) and researchers.\nLanguage: English. Non-native speakers are required to have a command of English equivalent to at least TOEFL 550.\nScholarships: There are two scholarships to cover the tuition for students who don’t have access to funding from their home institutions or otherwise. To be considered for this scholarship\, please provide an official letter from your institution stating that they cannot provide the tuition fee. \nThe deadline for applications is the 5th of May. \nFor applications details and more information\, visit the link here. URL:https://pil.law.harvard.edu/event/summer-school-philology-and-manuscripts-from-the-muslim-world-leiden-university-august-18-29-2025/ CATEGORIES:Applications,courses,Due dates,Opportunities END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR