Berkley Center

Alexandr Chirgun (SFS'23) considers how Islam affects culture, society, and politics in Qatar, comparing the role of religion in the country to his experience of growing up in the United States and Russia.

Renee Vongai Mutare (SFS'24) reflects on cultural and religious differences between Qatar and her home country Zimbabwe, highlighting how intercultural and interreligious dialogue can help contribute to an openminded spirit.

Sydney Yin (SFS’22) explores how she applied lessons learned from her Georgetown education in Washington, DC, to living back home in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting cultural differences around politics, race, and religion.