The Middle Eastern Diaspora | Thomas Simsarian Dolan
We discussed Thomas Simsarian Dolan's research about Middle Eastern diaspora and race. We also talked to him about his work as a visiting researcher at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, and about the performances he helped create and produce in Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, and many others.
Thomas Dolan is a Ph.D. Candidate in American Studies at George Washington University, focusing on Middle Eastern diaspora and race. After majoring in History and International Studies at Yale University, he received a master's degree in American Studies from New York University. A recent recipient of the Calouste Gulbenkian Global Excellence Scholarship, Thomas' research has also been supported by the Institute for Middle East Studies, Dr. Philip M. Kayal Fund for Arab American Research, and many others. Thomas has also served as a visiting researcher at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, and has published in Mashriq & Mahjar, Huffington Post, Muftah, Arab America, HowlRound, among others. Prior to returning to graduate school, Thomas helped create and perform in work at Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, Town Hall, Studio 54, Signature Theatre, Cherry Lane, Abingdon, among others.
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