Twenty-Fifth Edition: April 20, 2017
Featured Member: El-Khalil Osman '20
Greetings all! My name is El-Khalil Osman and I am a first-year student from Khartoum, Sudan (shown in the photo with the art). When I first found out that Elon University offers Arabic classes, I immediately jumped on the opportunity. Being in America, I am far away from my own culture and family and friends most of the time. I miss home and always try to find ways to fill that empty void. This was the main reason I decided to take Arabic. I wanted to be in an environment similar to the one I grew up in. Hearing others talking in Arabic class takes me right back home to Sudan and I love it. I also find great pleasure in learning about a language that is central to my family's history as I speak it in Khartoum. Being apart of ALO has been a phenomenal experience as well. Going to Model Arab League was a phenomenal experience as I was able to further explore the region I live in. Also, I have been able to meet so many people who love the same culture that I love. I am excited for my future both here at Elon and within the ALO!!!