Jonas is a student in the Arabic Humanities specialization. He is particularly interested in Arabic travel literature, Islamic geography, and the history of the Maghreb. He did his undergraduate degree in Arabic and Politics at the University of Edinburgh and received an MA in International Studies and Diplomacy from SOAS University of London. After a couple of years acting as a policy advisor for the British government, he is returning to his true passion for Arabic literature. Jonas also loves thru-hiking, cheese, and travelling