Duke Islamic Studies Center

The Duke Islamic Studies Center, also known as DISC, is "a vibrant, diverse community of scholars and students engaged in interdisciplinary teaching, interactive learning, and cutting-edge research about Islam and Muslims" at Duke University. DISC describes itself as taking "a comparative, cross cultural approach to Islamic studies to encourage creative solutions to the economic, political and social challenges involving Muslims."

Established in 2006 and replacing the Center for the Study of Muslim Networks (CSMN), the Duke Islamic Studies Center (DISC) aims to "advance knowledge and research about the world of Islam."

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