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Surfing USA? Try Morocco!

By: Arab America Contributing Writer/ Waverly Nohr Morocco is a popular place to go to see historic sights and famous markets, eat at delicious restaurants, and experience all that the cities have to offer. While Morocco is a great place for young people to go because of how affordable it is, it also offers some … Continued

Traditional Music in Morocco Series (Episode 4 of 7): Ahwash

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

An Interview with Derek Dickow: “Master of Networking”

“It’s not what you know, but who you know,”  By: Leyelle Mosallam / Arab America Contributing Writer The “Master of Networking” — Derek Dickow — a first-generation Iraqi-Chaldean-American, is making a difference by helping thousands of individuals and organizations make meaningful connections through networking. Dickow is originally from the state of Michigan and has delivered … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 3 of 7): Ahidus

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

U.S. Palestinian Community Stands Against the Palestinian Authority’s Attacks on Palestinian Leaders

By: Omar Mansour / Arab America Contributing Writer The Palestinian Authority has expanded its authoritarian crackdown on critical Palestinian voices, extending its boot from the confines of the occupied 1967 borders, or the “West Bank”, to the United States. On September 30th, Executive Director and a board member of American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) Dr. … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 2 of 7): Gnawa

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

A Guide to Making Some of Your Favorite Arab Dishes Vegan

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: In recent years, the concept of a vegan (pronounced vee-gan) or plant-based diet has taken the United States by storm, and currently, it shows no signs of stopping. In March 2020, a study estimated that “nearly 3 percent of the population in the United States follows … Continued

Traditional Music of Morocco Series (Episode 1 of 7): Reggada

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The country of Morocco is one of many cultures, beautiful architecture, amazing cities, and it also has its own unique musical and dance genres that are borne out of numerous traditions. These traditions stem from many influences including the cultures of the Amazigh, Arabs, Berbers, Gnawa, … Continued

Casablanca: Similarities and Differences Between the City and the Movie

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Over the years, the city of Casablanca in Morocco has inspired much fanfare, beautiful sights, and lush landscapes. Perhaps, the other reason why Casablanca (the city) is so famous is the 1942 Academy Award-winning film, Casablanca which starred Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid. Did … Continued

Islamic Dynasties of North Africa- Almoravids and Almohads

By: Lyric Ludwig / Arab America Contributing Writer Throughout history, the Amazigh people have been able to create some of the largest and most influential kingdoms in African history. In antiquity, there was the great Kingdom of Numidia founded by Masensen, a power in both trade and agriculture. Once Roman influence receded in the Maghreb, … Continued

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Glassblowing

By: Arab America Contributing Writer, Waverly Nohr 1. Phonecians first used the blowpipe While glass production was first seen in Egypt, Phoenicians revolutionized the art by using the blow pipe to create shapes of their wildest dreams. Glass, while used for trinkets and jewelry beforehand could finally expand into the game of making larger things like … Continued

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