Mission

The Middle Eastern Employees and Allies (MEEA) affinity group promotes the welfare and interests of Boston College’s Middle Eastern employees by advocating for and supporting the professional development of the BC Middle Eastern community. Furthermore, we strive to educate the larger BC community about Middle Eastern culture and current events. MEEA is dedicated to celebrating the diversity of BC’s campus, inspiring unity in the Middle Eastern community, and inviting non Middle Eastern employees to share in the life of our community.

Co-Chairs

Ikram Estefan Easton

Ikram Estefan Easton


Co-Chair, MEEA (Middle Eastern Employees and Allies)

Ikram Estefan Easton


Co-Chair, MEEA (Middle Eastern Employees and Allies)

إكرام إسطفان إيستن
Lecturer in Arabic
Eastern, Slavic, and German Studies Department
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

Dr. Nizar B. Fares

Dr. Nizar B. Fares


Co-Chair, MEEA (Middle Eastern Employees and Allies)

Dr. Nizar B. Fares


Co-Chair, MEEA (Middle Eastern Employees and Allies)

Director of Astaza! The Middle East Ensemble
Music Department
ballout@bc.edu