Muslims and America: From the Qur'an to Congress
Press Release
Title: Muslims and America: From the Qur'an to Congress
Title: Muslims and America: From the Qur'an to Congress
Date: March 10, 7:00 PM
Location: PC Forum
Presentation Description: Starting with the origins of Islam in 7th century Arabia, Dr. Oliver will trace the
journey of the Qur'an as a text and a guide for Muslims as it spread across the Atlantic
ocean. Beginning with Columbus' voyage, through the trans-Atlantic slave trade, and
up to the present day, Dr. Oliver will trace how the Muslims and the Qur'an have long
been present in the American experience.
Presenter: Dr. Martyn Oliver, American University.
Bio: Dr. Oliver is the Faculty Chair of the American University Core Curriculum and member
of the Department of Critical Race, Gender, and Culture Studies. Previously the director
of Arab World Studies and Religious Studies at AU, he earned his PhD from Boston University.
His studies have taken him to Lebanon, Morocco, Vienna, Turkey, and Israel/Palestine.
A native of rural Southern Minnesota, Dr. Oliver's work examines the stories we tell
about religions, both our own and those of others. He is the author of the Great Courses
lecture series "Introduction to the Qur'an."
Join us at PC Theater to hear more!
