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Muslim Student Association at Clemson University welcomes you!

The MSA chapter of Clemson University is currently supporting and organizing various programs for Muslims and non-Muslims on campus.  This includes conducting Dawaah programs, special topic lectures, and intercultural dialogues.

To be added to our e-mail list, e-mail muslim@clemson.edu with the subject line “Add to contacts.”  Make sure to join us on OrgSync as well!

Latest News!

“Islam Awareness Week” Set for Week of February 20th

The MSA will be sponsoring an “Islam Awareness Week.”  The week is set for February 20th-24th.  Below are the events:

1.  Monday, February 20th–Movie: “Muhammad the Last Prophet”

  • McKissick Theater from 7pm to 8:30pm
  • 90-minute animated movie from the director of “The King and I,” “The Fox and the Hound,” and “The Swan Princess”
  • Storybook-style depiction of the early days of Islam in Arabia, from the start of revelation to Muhammad (pbuh) to the struggles between the religious groups to the establishment of a peaceful, upright society
  • Light refreshments will be provided

2.  Tuesday, February 21st–Movie: “The Fog is Lifting”

  • McKissick Theater from 7pm to 8:15pm
  • 75-minute documentary discussing the basic tenants of Islam, from belief in God The Almighty to the purpose of life for all human beings to the practice of the religion on a day-to-day basis
  • Covers the beliefs of Islam from a practical and a philosophical standpoint
  • Light refreshments will be provided

3.  Friday, February 24th–Open Friday prayer at the Clemson Masjid

  • Come join the Clemson Muslim community for one of our weekly Friday prayers
  • 1:30pm to 2:15pm
  • Approximately 30 minute talk by the Imam (spiritual leader), followed by the Muslims performing the prayer, followed by free social interaction amongst the community
  • Masjid is approximately a 5-minute drive from campus
  • Address: 1009 Old Stone Church Road  ~  Clemson, SC 29631

Questions?  Please e-mail muslim@clemson.edu or contact Faraz Baig at 803-530-2291

Brownies for Orphans–November 2nd and 3rd, 2011

The MSA will be having a bake sale on the library bridge from 8am-3pm on Wednesday, 11/2 and Thursday, 11/3.  Make sure to stop by to satisfy your sweet tooth and to bring a smile to a child’s face!  Proceeds will go to orphanage support efforts through Helping Hand for Relief and Development, Inc.  Contact muslim@clemson.edu with any questions.

Eid ul-Adha Party–November 15, 2011

We will be celebrating Eid ul-Adha with a pizza party on Tuesday, November 15th from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm in the Hendrix Center’s Ballroom B.  Come by for some free food and a brief lesson on Muslim holidays and the practice of fasting!  All are welcome.

Six Flags Muslim Day

Assalamu alaikum all,

In case you have not heard, Six Flags is having a “Muslim Family Day” on Saturday, October 2nd.  The park will have halaal food, ethnic bazaars, and family entertainment, among other things.  Thousands of Muslims across the US attend this event.  If anybody is interested in going, the nearest theme park is in Atlanta, GA.  Tickets are cheaper if you pre-purchase them.  We encourage people to travel together and enjoy a great Saturday of fun!  Sister Haley Hamam will be traveling with her family.  If anybody is interested in going with her, please contact her at hhamam@clemson.edu or by phone at 864-907-0215.  If anybody has any questions, please let me know.

Misconceptions About Islam, October 21st at 5 PM

This is a Clemson MSA sponsored event in which we are bringing a special guest speaker, Imam Mutahhir Sabree, to give a lecture on the inaccuracies of the American public’s view on Islam.  The event will be held in McKissick theater located inside of the Hendrix Student Center.  All are welcome to attend this event.

Beyond the Veil – The Life of Islamic Women, September 18 at 2 PM

This is an event sponsored by OLLI, surrounding churches, the Clemson mosque and the Clemson MSA.  It involves a panel of 5 Muslim women who are interviewed about their daily life as a Muslim woman in the United States.  Everyone is welcome to attend this event.

MSA on OrgSync

Assalamu alaikum everybody,

This year, Clemson student organizations will be represented on a Facebook-style networking site called OrgSync (www.orgsync.com). It’s a great website that we can really utilize to connect with other organizations, among many other things.

We request that everybody create a profile on the site. It only takes a couple minutes and it is secured through the university. Go to www.orgsync.com, click “Register” on the top, then click the “Register” button next to “Clemson University.” From there, log in with your Clemson userid, and request to join the Muslim Students Association.

Also, I have to post an official membership roster for the MSA on the site. We want as many people as possible on this in order to solidify our status as a recognized student organization. If an organization dips below the minimum membership, they risk losing recognition. If you would like to be added on to the roster, please reply to this e-mail with your 9-digit CUID number. Graduate students and alumni can be included as well.

Please let me know if you have questions about anything. I hope everyone has a great rest of the summer!