Join us for an insightful lecture on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict presented by Mark Tessler, the Samuel J. Eldersveld Collegiate Professor of Politics at the University of Michigan. The event will trace the conflict's history from the 1947 UN partition resolution to the present, focusing on key events and turning points. Tessler will provide a balanced exploration of both Israeli and Palestinian perspectives, offering attendees a nuanced understanding of this long-standing conflict.
This is a FREE event held via Zoom. To watch the Zoom on campus, join us in the NCMC Library, Conference Rooms 1 & 2.
About The Presenter:
Mark Tessler, Ph.D., is a distinguished scholar with a deep understanding of Middle
Eastern politics. He has conducted extensive field research in countries including
Tunisia, Israel, Morocco, Egypt, Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), and Qatar. Co-founder
and co-director of the Arab Barometer, Tessler has played a key role in conducting
political attitude surveys across the MENA region since 2006. He is also a renowned
author, with award-winning works such as A History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and Israel, Egypt, and the Palestinians. His expertise and balanced approach to both Israeli and Palestinian narratives make
this a must-attend event for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the region’s
complex history.
North Central Michigan College routinely holds lectures and workshops on a variety of engaging topics. The views expressed by speakers and presenters are their own and do not reflect the opinions of North Central Michigan College or its employees.
Free Speech Circle:
The college recently established its Free Speech Circle, located in the center of
the Harris Sculpture Garden and designated with a sign. Free speech activities are
welcomed at this site, which comprises the white concrete circle.