Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict

Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict Visiting Scholars

Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict Visiting Scholars

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Your gift in support of visiting scholars in religion and conflict, such as current artist-in-residence Dr. Mohammad Yousouf Asefi, broadens learning opportunities by introducing diverse viewpoints and fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration. This advances the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict's mission to foster innovative research and education on religion, conflict and peace. Additionally, it contributes to our efforts to develop new knowledge and solutions for significant challenges at local, national and global levels.

“Under the Taliban’s occupation of Afghanistan, I was silenced, unable to express my art freely. But since coming to the United States and joining the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict, I have regained my voice. Here, I can finally share my passion and creativity with the world, unbound by the restrictions that once held me back.”

Dr. Mohammad Yousof Asefi, Artist-in-Residence

Impact of Donor Support

• Donors bring the world’s brightest minds and most exceptional talent to Arizona by supporting visiting scholars.
• Visiting scholars’ unique backgrounds, perspectives and ideas enrich the ASU community and enhance ASU’s local and global impact.
• While developing their own work, visiting scholars benefit from a supportive community of peers, students and ASU’s network of global leaders and friends.


Our family believes in giving back and sharing the blessings we have received financially and through our time."

Dave Derminio

'74 BS in business, former ASU golfer who supports student-athletes through the Derminio Family Sun Devil Golf Scholarship

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