Moderator: Pauline Jones, DISC director. Panelists: Kadin Herring and Amir Khafagy, Beyond Sacred cast members; Mohammad Khalil, associate professor of religious studies, Michigan State University; Rudolph (Butch) Ware, associate professor of history, U-M.
“Investigating Islam: A Community Forum” explores the diverse experiences of Muslims in America at a time of increasing Islamophobia. The forum will include professors from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University and cast members of "Beyond Sacred: Voices of Muslim Identity," an interview-based theater production presented by Ping Chong + Company. Sponsored by the Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum in partnership with UMS, this forum aims to inform conversations about the daily experiences of Islamophobia and to foster greater understanding between Muslim and non-Muslim communities.
“Investigating Islam: A Community Forum” explores the diverse experiences of Muslims in America at a time of increasing Islamophobia. The forum will include professors from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University and cast members of "Beyond Sacred: Voices of Muslim Identity," an interview-based theater production presented by Ping Chong + Company. Sponsored by the Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum in partnership with UMS, this forum aims to inform conversations about the daily experiences of Islamophobia and to foster greater understanding between Muslim and non-Muslim communities.
| Building: | Hatcher Graduate Library |
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| Event Type: | Lecture / Discussion |
| Tags: | Discussion, Inclusion, Muslim |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Global Islamic Studies Center, International Institute, Weiser Center for Europe and Eurasia |
International Institute Programming
The International Institute’s centers sponsor numerous conferences, lectures, exhibits, and cultural performances throughout the year. These events are designed to educate the university community and the public about global issues and inspire discussion and dialogue.
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