Independent scholars are also welcome to apply.
Applications are solicited particularly from colleagues with interests in comparative religion, comparative literature, poetry, Islamic and Middle Eastern studies, and related fields. The seminar is designed particularly for those who are called upon to teach courses in comparative religion, Islam, mysticism, comparative literature, or related topics such as translation, who would like to increase their expertise both with theoretical issues in religious studies and with the materials for the study of Sufi literature. Middle Eastern language expertise is not required, since translations are in fact the main subject of the seminar. Those participants who are proficient in any language relating to Sufism will be encouraged to choose a topic and produce appropriate materials to augment the existing syllabus of this seminar. Full details are spelled out in an accompanying application brochure.