Modern Islamic finance, in which financial activity strives to adhere to the principles of Islamic law, is a rapidly growing global industry valued at roughly $2 trillion.

Legal scholar Cynthia Shawamreh, JD’88, will explore the basic principles and practices of modern Islamic finance. 

6:00 p.m.  Registration and networking
6:30 p.m.  Presentation and discussion
7:30 p.m.  Reception

$20/person
$10/recent graduate (College alumni of the past 10 years and graduate alumni of the past five years)
Free for UChicago graduates from the current academic year
Two complimentary registrations for members of the Chicago, Harper, Phoenix, and Medical and Biological Sciences Alumni Association philanthropic societies

Please RSVP here.