Near Eastern Languages & Civilization | University of Washington

Welcome to NELC

As many nations in the Near East play pivotal roles on the world stage, the need for knowledge of their languages and cultures is increasingly clear.
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The Baki Project

A unique Digital Humanities collaboration, engaging a growing team of students and international scholars in identifying and transcribing the scattered manuscripts of the famous Ottoman poet, Baki.
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NELC's faculty are dedicated to excellence and achievement in their field.
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Our courses cover a wide range of topics in Near Eastern studies, from Arabic and Hebrew, to Ancient Civilizations and Cultures.
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November 29, 2018

November 29, 2018