Mark your calendars, onomastics enthusiasts! The International Council of Onomastic Sciences (ICOS) is hosting another fascinating online lecture as part of their "Onomastics Online" series. This time, we welcome Dr. Amin Almuhanna from Kuwait University, who will be shedding light on the intriguing phenomenon of Numeric Codes in the Arabian Peninsula.
Have you ever encountered three-digit numbers used to refer to groups of people online? Dr. Almuhanna's research delves into this fascinating trend, particularly among Kuwaiti youths of Bedouin ancestry. Since around the year 2000, these digital nicknames have emerged in computer-mediated communication and even public spaces, offering a more functional alternative to the often polymorphous traditional tribal names in online searches.
This lecture promises to explore how these self-given numeric codes represent a modern redefinition of social identity for urbanized Badu youths. Dr. Almuhanna will also discuss the significance of demographic factors in the creation of these ethnonymic nicknames, noting that they apply to larger groups like tribes rather than smaller units like families or clans.
Beyond Kuwait, the lecture will also touch upon the broader development of this youth subculture across the Arabian Peninsula, highlighting the growing use of three-digit codes to refer to various groups of people.
This is a unique opportunity to gain insights into the dynamic intersection of language, technology, and social identity in the digital age. Whether you're a seasoned onomastics scholar or simply curious about contemporary cultural trends in the Middle East, this lecture is sure to offer valuable perspectives.
Event Details:
- Speaker: Amin Almuhanna (Kuwait University, Kuwait)
- Moderator: Fatemeh Akbari (Kamusi Project International/University of Vienna, Austria)
- Topic: Numeric Codes in the Arabian Peninsula
- Date: 12 June 2025
- Time: 17:00-18:00 (UTC+2)
- Platform: Microsoft Teams
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Upon registration, you will receive an email with the access link. A reminder will also be sent an hour before the event.
Don't miss this engaging lecture that promises to decode a fascinating aspect of digital communication and identity in the Arabian Peninsula!
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