AAST 4676 - Arab Americans Since 1890

Institution:

University of Michigan-Dearborn

Subject:

Arab American Studies

Description:

This course traces immigration from Syria, Lebanon and Palestine (Bilad al Sham) to the U.S. from the 1890?s to the present. We begin by utilizing theories on immigration and ethnicity in order to understand patterns of settlement, work, and leisure, and examine the Arab Americans? religious life, press, and evaluate their membership in unions and political parties. Participants will gain knowledge of the immigrants? past achievements and more recent scholarship on their development in public and private spheres. The course includes activities in local institutions, researching archival material, and contact with community leaders. This course will provide knowledge of the historical roots of the Arab Americans? adjustment to life as U.S. citizens and will prepare the students for further inquiry.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.umd.umich.edu/

Phone Number:

(313) 593-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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