Dear MAZIN I recently met with Dr. Eithel from one of our colleges interested in starting a program of Islamic studies. We discussed the proposed program and interest remains high. I wanted to answer a couple of your earlier questions : STUDENTS: The students would possibly be a mixture of graduates and Undergraduates pursuing various degrees in the Humanities. It is possible that some of the students would be married with children. In determining living arrangements this needs to be considered. Let us know of any difficulties you feel might arise . LIVING ARRANGEMENTS: The most desirable situation would be to have students live in the homes of Saudis so that they can experience the culture and language firsthand . COURSES: A 3-hour course in Arabic and a 3-hour course in Islam. Dr. Eitel is in the process of developing a Summer Institute of Islamic Studies and having a program in Saudi, taught by Muslim scholar...