The L-shape of the historical gateway was a classical defensive measure designed to slow oncoming attackers, with its outer gate oriented in the direction of Jaffa Road, from which travellers including pilgrims arrived at the end of their journey from the port of Jaffa.
A BA in Arabic studies is offered through the Department of Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies (MEAMS). Arabic studies focuses on Arabic language and literature as a gateway to the culture and civilization of the Arabic-speaking world.
Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies are a gateway into growing job markets and offers many attractive jobs. Given the U.S' relations with the Middle East, there are many jobs with U.S agencies but also numerous other jobs in varying fields:
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