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The official Twitter account for the Arab American Studies Association. #ArabAmStudies
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Joined December 2012
Statement on the Violence in Gaza. The Arab American Studies Association (AASA) is appalled by the genocidal crisis & the unconscionable suffering inflicted on Palestinians in Gaza, to whom we extend our unwavering support. Read the full statement:.
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Dr. Stanley Thangaraj’s recent essay examines how U.S. political discourse reveals not hierarchies of care but hierarchies of which children deserve care. Certain lives are deemed worthy of empathy, while others are systematically excluded.
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There are few things scarier in American politics than a group that calls itself “Moms for Liberty.”
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Mandy Shunnarah’s (@fixedbaroque) new poetry collection is here! They did a beautiful reading and Q&A with fellow poet (and our member!) Sara Abou Rashed (@mapofmyself) at @TwoDollarHQ in Columbus, Ohio. “We Had Mansions: Poems” is available now!
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Her book project "Druze Afterlives: Between Bodies and Borders" draws attention to the testimonies of Druze communities, particularly their belief in reincarnation, as an intervention into studies of trauma and memory relating to what she frames as the ongoing Lebanese Civil War.
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She is the current American Druze Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow in the Center of Contemporary Arab Studies at Georgetown University, as well as the recipient of the 2025-26 ACLS Marwan M. and Ute Kraidy Centennial Fellowship in the Study of the Arab World and Latin America.
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Huge congratulations to Dr. Natalie El-Eid for being named one of @Arab_America 's 40 Under 40 for 2025! Dr. El-Eid specializes in transnational literatures and cultures of the Arab World.
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RT @MESA_1966: MESA backs Harvard's lawsuit against Middle East studies funding cuts, and warns of threats to academic freedom. Read Here:….
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RT @ArabStudiesQtly: Within the latest #diamondOpenAccess Arab Studies Quarterly 47.2 read “Refaat Alareer’s “If I Must Die”: The Death of….
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RT @ccasGU: CCAS Director Dr. Fida Adely was recently award the Prof. James Slevin Engaged Scholarship Award via GU's Center for Social Jus….
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RT @ArabStudiesQtly: We’re excited to read Arab Studies Quarterly 47.2 here #openaccess with a range of articles an….
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One of our members, Mariam Al-khafaji, is investigating the potential factors hindering Arab American Muslim students' use of formal mental health services on college campuses and is looking for research participants. Follow the QR code on the flyer to learn more!
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RT @MESA_1966: The newest issue of MESA’s biannual newsletter, Issues in Middle East Studies, is out now!.Members—check your inbox or your….
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RT @EdwardECurtisIV: The wonderful art exhibit at the Indianapolis Arab American Community Fair was curated by local artist Salma Taman and….
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RT @EdwardECurtisIV: My first on-campus Introduction to Arab American Studies class surprised me with an impromptu end-of-year celebration.….
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Two incredible scholars, two PhDs! Huge congratulations to Dr. Natalie El-Eid and Dr. Unna Yared for defending their dissertations this past year. Their research is shaping the future of Arab American studies, and the field is stronger because of their brilliance and dedication.
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RT @EdwardECurtisIV: Pre-orders now available for _Arab American Public History_ featuring yours truly, @MariaCurtis1 (no relation), Matt S….
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Happening today at 12:00 p.m. ET/ 9:00 a.m. PT.Register:
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Join us tomorrow for a members-only webinar on digital security with an expert from The Tor Project. We'll cover digital security best practices and highlight threats and mitigation strategies. April 21, 2025.12:00 p.m. ET/ 9:00 a.m. PT. Register:
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Happy Easter! May this season of renewal bring you moments of reflection and joy.
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If you want to learn how Arab culture has influenced and shaped the identities of communities around the United States, check out Muad Al Juhany’s project “Exploring Arabic Culture Across American Towns”.
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The United States is a country woven from countless cultural threads. Among them is the Arab heritage, which is a vital part of that fabric. My academic curiosity about the interplay between Arab and...
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Muad Al Juhany, traveled across the country, from Bagdad, Arizona to Elkader, Iowa, interviewing locals, visiting community landmarks, and exploring Arab histories and inspirations in small towns around the country. Check out the project at
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