Time has provided the United States and the Arab Countries, with many opportunities that have changed the dynamic of their mutual relationship. While there are some countries in the Arab world that welcome the United States with open arms, there are others who shun the US and are against the country. There are also significant … Continued
National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) commemorates the Arab American heritage and culture and pays tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans in April of each year. The following proclamations have been issued by State Governors in commemoration of National Arab American Heritage Month for April 2020. 22 State Governor Proclamations 1. Arkansas 2. Colorado … Continued
By: John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer This is a story about Arab Americans getting a place at the table in one of the U.S, bluest states, California. It’s about their inclusion in California’s Ethnic Studies Education Curriculum. Strong resistance is coming from Jewish lawmakers and their constituents to the omission of Antisemitism and the Jewish … Continued
There are many beautiful things that you can look forward to in college. Tertiary education is not just about academics but it is also about forming new friendships, joining different college clubs like theater and science clubs, and enjoying the huge surrounding of the college campus you are enrolled in. Here are some of the … Continued
By Emily Deveraux/Arab America Contributing Writer Ahlan Simsim! Ahlan Simsim means welcome Sesame in Arabic. It is also a new television show curated by the Sesame Workshop and the International Rescue Committee’s humanitarian program. The International Rescue Committee announced in tandem with Sesame Workshop the beginning stages of Ahlan Simsim in 2016. However, the first year … Continued
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer The year 2020 has begun, and Arab Americans should focus on an action plan, and here are some suggested ideas, as explained by Arab America contributing writer, Ala Abed-Rabbo, on how to spend one’s free time! Study English and Invest in Education English is a global language and is … Continued
By: Heba Mohammad/Arab America Contributing Writer When Arab Americans go to Arab countries to visit, they often come home with heavy bags full of mementos that represent their cultural heritage. The region produces stunning handicrafts that reflect the rich history of the Arab world as a crossroads of trade and culture over the centuries. Whether … Continued
Jordanians are known to be well educated, thanks to their advanced education system. Per million people in Jordan, there are 8,060 researchers. When compared with the EU’s average of 6494, the number is significantly higher. Jordan is also placed first in the Arab World in education, as well as having a variety of world-class universities. … Continued
Application Deadline: Open until all positions are filled. Term: January-April 2020 (4 Months) Responsibilities: Interns selected will be asked to focus on four or more of the following areas: Writing content on the identity and culture of Arab Americans and other major issues that impact them Posting original and aggregated content to Arab America’s digital … Continued
Palestinian student, Ismail Ajjawi, who was denied entry to the United States last week, was allowed on Monday to return to Harvard in time for the first day of classes. Pictured in the middle is Ismail Ajjawi, the Palestinian @Harvard freshman who was denied entry to the US. He has safely arrived on campus today! … Continued
Amideast has received an outpouring of interest and support from across the country and around the globe concerning the denial of entry to the United States of Ismail Ajjawi, a Palestinian refugee and Harvard scholarship recipient. After obtaining a U.S. visa, Ismail traveled from his home in Tyre, Lebanon, to Boston Logan International Airport on … Continued
“ …Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor, Your Huddled Masses to Breathe Free…“ –From Emma Lazarus 1906 poem engraved on the Statue of Liberty By John Mason/Arab America Contributing Writer Here we look at the wide variety of contributions Arab Americans have made to many aspects of American society over two centuries and more: a … Continued
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