The Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) welcomes Dr. Shahzad Bashir as its new Dean starting this June. Dr. Bashir brings with him over two decades of distinguished leadership and academic experience from prestigious universities in the United States, promising a transformative era for AKU-ISMC.
Dr. Bashir's illustrious career includes his most recent role as the Aga Khan Professor of Islamic Humanities and Professor of History and Religious Studies at Brown University, where he has been a pivotal figure since 2017. During his tenure at Brown, Dr. Bashir directed the Center for Middle East Studies from 2018 to 2020 and founded the innovative Islam and the Humanities research project. His leadership and vision have significantly contributed to advancing the field of Islamic humanities, fostering interdisciplinary research, and promoting a deeper understanding of Islamic cultures and history.
Before his tenure at Brown, Dr. Bashir spent a decade at Stanford University, where he served as the Lysbeth Warren Anderson Professor in Islamic Studies. At Stanford, he directed the Sohaib and Sara Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies, demonstrating exceptional leadership and contributing to the growth and development of Islamic studies within the university.
Dr. Bashir’s extensive experience and expertise make him a valuable addition to AKU-ISMC. His appointment is expected to further the institute’s mission of exploring Muslim civilisations and promoting scholarly research that bridges cultures and fosters mutual understanding.
As Dr. Bashir steps into his new role at AKU-ISMC, the institute looks forward to benefiting from his wealth of knowledge and innovative approach to Islamic studies. His leadership is anticipated to inspire both faculty and students, fostering an environment of academic excellence and cultural exploration.
With Dr. Bashir at the helm, AKU-ISMC is poised to continue its tradition of excellence in research and education, making significant strides in the study of Muslim civilisations and contributing to a deeper global understanding of Islamic cultures and history.
The Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) welcomes Dr. Shahzad Bashir as its new Dean starting this June. Dr. Bashir brings with him over two decades of distinguished leadership and academic experience from prestigious universities in the United States, promising a transformative era for AKU-ISMC.
Dr. Bashir's illustrious career includes his most recent role as the Aga Khan Professor of Islamic Humanities and Professor of History and Religious Studies at Brown University, where he has been a pivotal figure since 2017. During his tenure at Brown, Dr. Bashir directed the Center for Middle East Studies from 2018 to 2020 and founded the innovative Islam and the Humanities research project. His leadership and vision have significantly contributed to advancing the field of Islamic humanities, fostering interdisciplinary research, and promoting a deeper understanding of Islamic cultures and history.
Before his tenure at Brown, Dr. Bashir spent a decade at Stanford University, where he served as the Lysbeth Warren Anderson Professor in Islamic Studies. At Stanford, he directed the Sohaib and Sara Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies, demonstrating exceptional leadership and contributing to the growth and development of Islamic studies within the university.
Dr. Bashir’s extensive experience and expertise make him a valuable addition to AKU-ISMC. His appointment is expected to further the institute’s mission of exploring Muslim civilisations and promoting scholarly research that bridges cultures and fosters mutual understanding.
As Dr. Bashir steps into his new role at AKU-ISMC, the institute looks forward to benefiting from his wealth of knowledge and innovative approach to Islamic studies. His leadership is anticipated to inspire both faculty and students, fostering an environment of academic excellence and cultural exploration.
With Dr. Bashir at the helm, AKU-ISMC is poised to continue its tradition of excellence in research and education, making significant strides in the study of Muslim civilisations and contributing to a deeper global understanding of Islamic cultures and history.
