Della Cassia
IN THE NEWS
Welcome to my “In the News” page, where you’ll find interviews, features, and media appearances highlighting my work as a writer, educator, and storyteller. From conversations about immigration and identity to reflections on culture, creativity, and belonging, these highlights offer a closer look at the stories and experiences that shape my work.
TOP OF MIND PODCAST:
Americans Are Reading
Fewer Books Than Ever.
Does That Matter in 2025?
I joined Julie Rose, host of Top of Mind Podcast to discuss the changing state of reading culture in America, sharing perspectives as a writer, educator, and lifelong reader.
The conversation explored why fewer Americans are reading books, the role stories play in shaping empathy and identity, and why preserving a culture of reading remains deeply important in an increasingly digital world.
PEOPLE OF OAKLAND UNIVERSITY
Accomplished multicultural storyteller, educator Della Cassia
From Meadow Brook Road to Sesame Street, from the newsroom to the classroom, Della Cassia’s passion for storytelling and advocacy for multicultural perspectives has driven her through a storied career in media.
Cassia’s trademark sense of curiosity emerged as somewhat a product of necessity as a teenaged immigrant from war-torn Lebanon.
VOYAGE MICHIGAN:
Life & Work with Della Cassia of Bloomfield Hills
In this feature with Vogage Michigan, I shared my journey as a young immigrant from Lebanon to building a career as a writer, educator, and former journalist.
The interview explores my passion for storytelling, the experiences that shaped my voice, and how themes of identity, resilience, culture, and belonging continue to influence both my writing and teaching.