Arabic studies will celebrate Big Arabic Day with a series of April 12 of workshops.
The event begins with a free Arabic music and singing workshop from 12:30 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. in Avery Hall, Room 112.
Other sessions include an Arabic calligraphy workshop led by Ishaq Altouqi from 3:30 to 4:20 p.m. in Oldfather Hall Room 203; and a viewing of “The Other in Me” with a panel discussion highlighting a UCARE project exploring stories of immigrant success in Nebraska at 5:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union Regency Suite. The viewing and discussion includes a drawing for more than 20 authentic Arabic gifts. The panel will be moderated by Adam Thompson, assistant director of the Kutak Center for Teaching and the Study of Applied Ethics.
All events are free and open to the public.