Why Learn about Abd el-Kader?

– Stephanie Fox-Dixon, 2009 Elkader HS Student Essay Contest Winner [Abd El-Kader] was banished from his own country by the French and sent to Syria where he acquired a name as a true Mujahid by protecting the local Christians who were being attacked and killed....

Iowa Forum Honors Arab Freedom Fighter

Everyone is welcome to join Elkader citizens celebrate their town’s namesake and the educational work being done in his name on Saturday, May 14, at the Abd el-Kader Education Project Forum in Elkader, IA. Spokesperson Kathy Garms said, “We’re so...

Abd el-Kader Education Project Forum

“Transcending Boundaries…Pursuing Knowledge and Virtue” A celebration to honor an extraordinary world hero and students who have been touched by his life story Saturday ~ May 14, 2011 ~ Elkader, Iowa Elkader Public Library 10:00-11:00 a.m. “Meet the Authors” Elsa...

Kiser Discusses Essay Contest at Merrimack College

John Kiser will meet with faculty at Merrimack College in North Andover, MA who are interested in what’s happening in Iowa with the Essay Contest. Working through their Center for Jewish, Christian and Muslim relations, Kiser will explore with them championing a...