By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer Abraham Rihbany arrived in New York on October 6, 1891, and quickly found refuge within the Syrian colony. Fellow Syrians promptly came to his aid, lending him the necessary funds to survive. Beyond financial support, the colony helped him secure shelter, employment, and a sense of community, … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Yerba maté, a classic South American drink, has captured palates and cultures around the world. This energizing infusion, which originated in the country of Argentina, has traveled an incredible voyage to the Middle East, where it has established an extraordinary place for itself. This article delves into … Continued
By: Alison Norquist / Contributing Writer As we come upon the three-year anniversary of the beginning of the pandemic, it has become just as important as ever to be using precautions against infection. While the world continues to struggle with COVID-19 and increases in other illnesses, the need for “culturally inclusive personal protective equipment” has … Continued
President Stephanie Linnartz, Top Ranking Female Executive in the Hospitality Sector, Discusses “The Future of Hospitality” Latest NUSACC “Thought Leaders” Event Attracts About 700 Stakeholders Representing 60 Different Countries The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) continued its golden anniversary year with a Thought Leader Series webinar featuring Stephanie Linnartz, President of Marriott … Continued
By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Over the last decade, an interesting trend has been happening in higher education, and that is the increased enrollment of Muslim students in Roman Catholic colleges and universities. So, some might be asking, “why are more Muslim students attending Catholic colleges and universities, and also why … Continued
By: Sara Tawfik/Arab America Contributing Writer We’ve all been there sometime in our childhood — our parents are talking to their friends at any social gathering and we wait around for them to finish saying goodbye, which usually takes around two hours. Arab gatherings usually consist of really big dinners, after-dinner conversations, platters of fruit, … Continued
By: Meral Abu-Jaser/Arab America Contributing Writer Have you ever heard about the three-day guest law culturally practiced by the Bedouins? If not, then you are in the right place as this article will introduce you to Bedouin’s three-day guest law. Bedouin, an ethnic group who’s referred to as “Bedu” originally inhabited the Arabian Peninsula. For … Continued
By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Arabs and their Home Guests The Arab householders express a generous welcome through their efforts to make sure that guests feel comfortable and “at home.” Lavish hospitality is one that is not only commendable but also believed as a sacred obligation to Arabs and Arab Americans. Arab kindness and … Continued
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