An Arab-American Women Conference is scheduled for March 12-15, 2009 at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Scholars from around the world will address a variety of topics, including issues of gender, identity, health, assimilation, experiences, challenges, and accomplishments. This is the first scholarly conference on Arab-American women and should, therefore, fill a gap in … Continued
From Our Lady of Damascus Church, Syria, the greater Detroit area hosts the Choir of Joy. Known in Arabic as Joqat al-Farah, the Choir of Joy was founded in 1977 by Father Elias Zehlawi. The choir at that time included 55 children, boys and girls, representing all Christian denominations. Today there are over 100 members … Continued
The ACCESS Board of Directors officially appointed Hassan Jaber executive director of the organization effective December 17, 2007. Mr. Jaber, who was formally chief operating officer, was appointed acting executive director in September 2007 after co-founder and Executive Director, Ismael Ahmed resigned to lead the State of Michigan Department of Human Services. “Hassan’s unique mix … Continued
Comerica/Ford Global Thursdays C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band New Orleans Zydeco –C.J. is the son of the great King of Zydeco, Clifton Chenier – the first Creole musician ever to win a Grammy Award. Clifton taught C.J. how to front a world-class touring band and when Clifton died, C.J. stepped up. Get … Continued
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