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NYU Abu Dhabi Welcomes Professor Amid Regional Unrest

3/4/2026

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Genie Godula announced the welcome of Susan Marie Ossman, an anthropologist and professor at NYU Abu Dhabi.
Ossman's classes have transitioned to Zoom amid ongoing conflict in Iran and the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi's infrastructure and daily life continue to function normally.
This reflects the UAE's longstanding image of stability amid regional unrest.

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Genie Godula announced the welcome of Susan Marie Ossman, an anthropologist and professor at NYU Abu Dhabi.
Ossman's classes have transitioned to Zoom amid ongoing conflict in Iran and the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi's infrastructure and daily life continue to function normally.
This reflects the UAE's longstanding image of stability amid regional unrest.