The Middle East Institute, established in 1946, provides a range of academic programs for students in the Middle East. It offers Arabic, Hebrew, Persian and Turkish classes. The institute also provides special intensive courses and private tutorial services. The Middle East Institute publishes a quarterly magazine, The Middle East Journal. In addition, it operates a library and offers scholarship opportunities. The institute maintains the Center for Turkish Studies, which is a non-partisan policy research center. The Middle East Institute provides individuals and corporate membership opportunities. It also conducts various social events and offers internship opportunities. The institute operates the George Camp Keiser Library.