Celebrating Arab American Resilience and Diversity
Welcome Message
The President of the United States officially declared April as Arab American Heritage Month in 2022, and Western has been recognizing it since 2024.
Due to the exclusion of Arabs in the US Census, our legacy and identity can be easily brushed over. The recognition of Arab American Heritage Month is important because it honors our community’s rich heritage and numerous contributions to society. As many of us deal with the rise of anti-Arab and anti-Muslim rhetoric in the US, in addition to the unrest and danger many of our home countries are faced with, now more than ever it is important to uplift and celebrate the members of our community. With a mix of educational and joyous events, we hope you join us this April to not only learn about and advocate for Arab Americans but to spread joy, because joy is resistance.
- Arab Student Association Board Members
Events
Arab Identity Lunch & Learn
April 9th | 12-1pm | Viking Union 735
Focusing on what it means to be Arab, the Arab Diaspora, and the importance of recognizing Arab American Heritage Month. Catered by Kebabji.
"Severed" Film Screening
April 21st | 5-6:30pm | Academic West 210
Screening of the film "Severed" which focuses on building solidarity with Palestine through a disability justice lens. Collaboration with Disability Outreach Center and the Ethnic Studies Department.
Open Mic & Karaoke Night
April 24th | 4:30-6pm | Underground Coffeehouse
Open Mic and Karaoke night with the Employee Language Program and Arab Student Association.
Other Campus Events
Dining Halls
Come to enjoy the celebration of Arab American heritage month with recipes inspired by the cookbook Arabiyya by Reem Assil and enter to win your own copy of the cookbook!
April 7th: 11-4pm, Viking Commons
April 15th: 4-8pm, Ridgeway Commons
April 23rd: 4-8pm, Fairhaven Commons
Western Libraries
Display for Arab American Heritage Month
Display is all throughout April!
Book highlights can be found on their page.
Resources for Additional Learning
- Arab American Institute
- Arab America Foundation
- Arab American National Museum
- Arabic Music Playlist - made by board members of the Arab Student Association
More Information
For up-to-date information and to see the full Arab American Heritage Month calendar, please visit the Centers Events & Updates site!
Western is an equal opportunity institution. For disability accommodation, please contact the Ethnic Student Center at esc@wwu.edu.