Farouk AL-Nasser, Ph.D. was born in Baquba, Iraq. He is a graduate of Baghdad University and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Denver. Dr. AL-Nasser is the President of the San Diego World Affairs Council. At the CEC he has instructed courses such as the Iraq Update, Shaping the Middle East after WWI, Shia Ismlam and Iraq/Iran, USA Restore its Standing?, Iraq Story, Middle East Issues, Iran’s Influence on Iraq and Politics of Oil.
Do you still enjoy learning new things? Are you looking for intellectual stimulation among people with similar interests? The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo (CEC) offers a variety of non-credit, college-level, enrichment classes. Trips to symphonies, operas, and other cultural events are also offered. Use the buttons above to find out more about us, our classes and special events. You can print copies of our membership application and/or a registration form and mail it to us. We look forward to meeting you at one of our events.