SIPA: Iran after the Election

The Middle East Institute and the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) present a conference entitled, "Iran after the Elections." 

The recent elections in Iran, and subsequent challenges to their legitimacy, have been a matter of enormous internal conflict in Iran, and of seemingly endless debate in the rest of the world. As protesters continue take to the Iranian street to voice their opposition to elections, fault-lines are emerging amongst the ruling elite.  These momentous events constitute a significant challenge to the legitimacy of the Iranian regime and the future of the Islamic Republic.

The conference will be an opportunity to have leading Iranian scholars and analysts discuss the impact of the recent elections, Iran's relationship with the international community and the theocratic foundations of the Islamic Republic.

Schedule

Coffee & Registration 8:30-9:30

Opening Remarks 9:30- 9:45

The Aftermath of the Election

First session 9:45 -12:00 
Ervand Abrahamian
Asef Bayat
Hamid Dabashi
Shahla Talebi

Lunch 12:00 – 2:00

International Challenges

Second session 2:00 – 4:00  
Farideh Farhi
Gary Sick
Judith Yaphe

Coffee Break 4:00- 4:30

Appraising the Life of The Islamic Republic of Iran

Third session 4:30 – 7:00
Richard Bulliet
Houchang Chehabi
Hossein Kamaly
Firoozeh Kashani-Sabet
Mansour Farhang