The major battle is over in Iraq. However, the war is not yet over. Arab Student Association, Amnesty International, OU Students Against War and the Undercurrent are inviting every one to join us in a whole week of activities called 'Week of Understanding.' For more information, please see our flier.

Arab Student Association (ASA) along with OU Lebanese Association (OULA) organized the First 'Arabian Night' on campus. The main goal of the night is to introduce the rich arabic culture to the public. With the war on Iraq, and the growing anti-Arab feelings, ASA and OULA gathered in a meeting to decide taking an action regarding that. The two available suggestions where either 'Arabian Night' or 'Dinner from the Arab World.' After taking the votes, the results were in the favor of the 'Arabian Night.' It was also agreed on that the preceeds of that night will be sent to the Iraqi hospitals by well-known and official American agency or organization.

The Night included Oud (cane), Belly dancing, Dabkeh, Zajal, Turkish coffee and Argilah. More than 250 people attended that activity. They all enjoyed a realy Arabian night and showed their responses by joining us in dances and debkeh. The night started with informative introduction given by Dr. Steven Salaita ( click here ), and was covered in the media, TV stations and newspapers.

It was great opportunity for the American and International community residing in the city of Norman to see the Arab culture and gain better understanding to the Arab's way of life and civilization. See our flier . For the photos, please check the Photo Galary link.

The president of the Arab Student Association is gave a speech in front of Pi Beta Phi sorority in the University of Oklahoma. The Arab Student Association was pleased to offer a gift package to the sorority. The gift contains an ASA T-shirt, Palestine Map before 1948, and an original copy of People and the Land movie. A booklet has been prepared for distribution. The booklet is available for download in PDF format.

Eve of Nation is an annual celebration hosted by the IAC (International Advisory Committee). The Arab Student Association considered participating in that activity taking into consideration the very limited resources facing the ASA. The Eve was great success. A flash presentation was shown in the Eve from countries around the world. To download the file click here.

Arab Student Association (ASA) hosted 'Middle East Dinner, spring 2003' in April 4th. The invitation was submitted to ASA members and to Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority. The dinner included wide variety of Middle Eastern authentic food and desserts. The food was partially catered and mostly home-made. 35 people attended the event. The place of the event was the Twin Creek apartmetns clubhouse. Photos are available in the Photo Galary link.

Arab Student Association (ASA) along with OU Students Against War ( OUSAW ), Amnesty International (AI) organized and co-sponsored a PEACE RALLY . The event took place on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 . The gathering was from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM . We had speakers, music, paints and snacks. The speakers started at 11:45 AM. The place of the event was the South Oval . More then 300 people participated. See our flier in PDF format.

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