Dr. Sean Foley Associate Professor Middle East & Islamic History MTSU

Sean Foley

Dr. Foley specializes in the contemporary history and politics of the Middle East and the wider Islamic world. He frequently visits Asia and the Middle East, follows events in both regions closely, and speaks Arabic and Bahasa Malaysian. He has published widely and has delivered public presentations to audiences around the world. He has also held Fulbright fellowships in Syria, Turkey, and Malaysia. In addition, he has lived and traveled extensively in Saudi Arabia.

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Posted July 12, 2021

AGSIW publishes Dr. Foley’s article on Gulf music: “The Gulf’s New Sound: Indie Music and Global Change”

On July 12, 2021, the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington published Dr. Foley’s piece, “The Gulf’s New Sound: Indie Music and Global Change,” about the new talented [...]

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Posted September 25, 2020

The Asia Society publishes Dr. Foley’s article on Saudi Arabia’s ties with Asia

On September 21, 2020, The Asia Society published Dr. Foley’s article about Saudi Arabia’s ties with Asia. The comprehensive piece, which is part of the Society’s “Asia’s New [...]

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AGSIW publishes Dr. Foley’s article on Gulf music: “The Gulf’s New Sound: Indie Music and Global Change”

The Asia Society publishes Dr. Foley’s article on Saudi Arabia’s ties with Asia

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