To make a gift, select the amount for the fund(s) you wish to support, then click the “Continue” button below. You will be directed to the University of Illinois Foundation’s secure online giving site for your personal and credit card information. To clear all inputs and selections click "Start over." Center for South Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Annual Fund The Annual Fund meets the department's most compelling needs and greatest opportunities, including the recruitment and retention of talented faculty and development of programs specific to the undergraduate and graduate population. Gift amount forCenter for South Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Annual Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ Middle Eastern Studies The Middle Eastern Studies fund allows us to expand awareness of the region and its societies through lectures, conferences, symposia, etc., and expand course offerings in area studies and languages of the regions for students interested in these world areas. Gift amount forMiddle Eastern Studies $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ South Asian Studies Fund The South Asian Studies fund allows us to expand awareness of the region and its societies through lectures, conferences, symposia, etc., and expand course offerings in area studies and languages of the regions for students interested in these world areas. Gift amount forSouth Asian Studies Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ India Studies Fund The India Studies fund allows us to broaden the spectrum of regular course offerings on India, helping to promote awareness of India both within and outside the university. The fund makes possible the appointment of faculty who present dynamic courses that enhance students' knowledge of the region and culture, as well as provide leadership skills necessary to advise business, government and educational institutions on matters relating to India. Gift amount forIndia Studies Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ Iranian Studies Support Fund The Iranian Studies Support Fund is a long-term endowment whose proceeds support academic and cultural programs related to Iran, including Persian language and literature courses. Gift amount forIranian Studies Support Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ Pakistani Studies Fund The Pakistani Studies Fund supports academic and public engagement activities on Pakistan and supports courses on Pakistani language and culture on campus. Gift amount forPakistani Studies Fund $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ CSAMES Award The CSAMES Award Fund is used to support students in various ways that will further the CSAMES mission. The CSAMES Award Fund was established in 2017 to support student paper prizes, study abroad scholarships, and other creative competitions such as photo contests. These scholarships and awards provide needed funds to undergraduate and graduate students who have a focused interest in South Asian or Middle East studies. Gift amount forCSAMES Award $500 $250 $100 $50 N/A Other $ Submit: Start over: Test Mode? Off