"Four Years in the Middle East" will be a lecture by David Lesch, Associate Professor of Middle Eastern History, Trinity University. He will focus on the years of 1967, 1979, 1991, and 2001, to analyze major events that have brought us to where we are today. In following the "trail of history," Professor Lesch will examine the challenges facing those on all sides who seek peaceful co-existence in the region.

Location: Southern Methodist University, Umphrey Lee Center (between Dyer St. & McFarlin Blvd. along Hillcrest Ave.)
5:30 Reception - entrance to Umphrey Lee Grand Ballroom (2nd floor)
6:00 Lecture by Dr. David Lesch in Umphrey Lee Grand Ballroom

We realize this is the time of Ramadhan. For Muslim guests, there is a prayer room reserved at 5:00 p.m.: the University Room (ground floor). Guests are invited to bring food to break their fast.

Free of charge, but we encourage reservations. Please call or email by November 7, 2002.

Parking at Perkins Administration Bldg. lot (Hillcrest Ave. & McFarlin) or at Heroy Parking lot, across from Dallas Hall, 3225 University Ave.