Moraine Valley Community College Library Podcast

Yemeni-Americans are a growing segment of the population in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Kipp Cozad, a Middle East scholar and former Peace Corps Volunteer in Yemen will discuss what makes Yemenis unique among the Arab population using Yemen’s vast history to reveal an identity that is both highly cosmopolitan and, at the same time, static and isolated. These qualities present a fascinating culture that few get a chance to experience. Finally, Cozad will place Yemeni mobility in historical context, explain how Yemenis ended up in America, and how the current conflict in the Arab nation has interrupted modern patterns of movement. We encourage Yemeni-Americans to attend to gain a better understanding of their rich history and to ask Cozad about his experiences in Yemen. We invite all to attend to learn about Yemen and to engage in the discussion at lecture’s end.