E-mail a friendAugust 16, 2007
Islam scholar Akbar Ahmed says that young Americans are the best ambassadors for the U.S. Actress and entrepreneur Jane Seymour explains her need to be creative and talks about her role in an upcoming episode of PBS' Mystery!
Akbar Ahmed
Akbar Ahmed
Scholar and author explains the value of learning more about Islam. (:58)
The BBC has referred to Akbar Ahmed as "probably the world's best-known scholar on contemporary Islam." He chairs American University's Islamic Studies department and works to bring understanding between Islam and the West. An anthropologist, writer and filmmaker, he's held several senior positions in Pakistan, including High Commissioner (Ambassador) to the United Kingdom. He's also written numerous books and a theatrical drama, Noor. Ahmed is an expert panelist with the online feature, On Faith.
Jane Seymour
Jane Seymour
Award-winning actress Jane Seymour is perhaps best known as the star of TV's Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman—which she exec-produced. She also has more than 50 films to her credit and has proven her talent on the Broadway stage. In addition, Seymour is a successful artist in watercolor and oil, has her own clothing line and signature home collection product line and is the author of seven books. She supports a variety of charitable causes, including the Association of Women's Heart Programs.