Hello, my name is Olivia !! I am originally from Washington state and attend the University of Oregon as a freshman. My major is psychology, but I am going the pre-med route. Some of my hobbies include reading, drawing, and listening to music. Enjoy our blog!
2012 Presidential Election in Egypt: In June 2012, Mohammed Morsi, an Islamist and candidate of the Muslim Brotherhood, was elected president However, he only lasted a year in office as he was forcibly removed by the Egyptian military Many criticized Morsi for his mishandling of the economy and accused him of overreaching power resulting in […]
Ethnocentrism is a term used in circles where ethnicity and similar in-group issues are of concern. It can be defined as the belief that a group and its customs are superior to others. Throughout history, many wars and social movements started due to the subject of ethnocentrism. Egypt, in particular, has been the subject of […]
Wade Davis’ TED Talk on the subject of endangered cultures was very informative. He emphasizes how important it is to preserve and appreciate the diversity of the world’s indigenous cultures. The term “endangered cultures” refers to the threatened extinction of indigenous societies. Unfortunately, these cultures are starting to disappear at an alarming rate. For context, […]
During the late 19th century, Egyptian nationalism first began as an Anti-English sentiment during the Egyptian revolution of 1919. The rule of Muhammad Ali of Egypt led the country to a more advanced level of industrialization in comparison with the neighboring countries. More discoveries of relics from the ancient Egypt civilization were discovered as well. […]
For months, many countries have experienced countless hardships due to the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war. One country included in this crisis is Egypt. While Egypt is located in a separate part of the globe, the country has undergone many changes ever since. This includes strategic realignments, energy security, and food supplies. Egypt is currently […]
Hello, my name is Olivia, and I will be discussing the history and unique culture of Egypt. Located in the northeastern corner of Africa, Egypt was once one of the greatest and most powerful civilizations in the history of the world. It lasted for over 3000 years from around 3100 B.C. to 30 B.C. Egypt’s […]
