ISNA 2025 Scholarships Awarded
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2025 Scholarships Committee Report
Based on donors’ designated funds, ISNA offers various scholarships to college/university going
students each year. You may visit https://hq.isna.net/scholarships for further details.
Alhamdulillah, we are pleased to announce the Scholarships awardees for the year 2025. This
year, a total of 94 students applied online for the four ISNA Scholarship programs. After a
thorough review process, 26 have been awarded a total amount of $30,000. This year’s
Scholarships include Amana Mutual Fund Scholarship (one award for $2,500), Dr. Abdulmunim
A. Shakir Scholarship (20 awards, $1,000 each), Plainfield Muslim Women for Better Society
Scholarship (three awards, $1,500 each), and The Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship (two
awards, $,1500 each).
We would like to congratulate our 2025 Scholarship awardees who have demonstrated their
academic excellence as well as commitment to religion, community service, and leadership, ma
sha Allah. They have been admitted into very good universities in the nation such as Boston
College, Columbia University, George Mason University, Georgetown University, Indiana
University, Kennesaw State University, Loyola University New Orleans, Michigan State University, Oregon State University, Pennsylvania State University, Purdue University, Rutgers
University, Stanford University, St. John’s University, Texas A&M University, University of
California Berkeley, University of Cincinnati, University of Houston, University of Texas, etc.
May Allah give them success in their studies and careers.
We are thankful to our donors who helped in establishing these scholarships. Recently, one moredonor designated fund has been received, and one more scholarship program may be added in 2026 in sha Allah. May Allah give the best rewards to all the donors.
Scholarship programs and funds are managed by the ISNA Development and Finance Departments. The ISNA Scholarships Committee helps with the application reviews. The Plainfield Women for Better Society Scholarship applications were reviewed by Sr. Amira Mashhour, PhD, and Sr. Zainab VonHorn-Ali. All the other Scholarships applications were reviewed by Br. Asim Ansari, PhD, Sr. Samina Salim, PhD, and Br. M. Affan Badar, PhD.Thanks to all of them.
Note: If any individual, group, or organization wants to establish a new scholarship in their
name, please contact the ISNA Fund Development Coordinator at ahmed.badawi@isna.net.
Submitted by,
M. Affan Badar, Ph.D.
ISNA Scholarships Committee Chair
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Fourth Annual Preacher Moss's Muslim Comedy Festival
Comedy Confessions of Muslim Comedians
at the 62nd Annual ISNA Convention
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ISNA Convention Information | | Featured Films and Special Events | | |
The Community Service Recognition Luncheon (CSRL) Banquet is an annual signature event held during the ISNA Annual Convention, dedicated to honoring individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the Muslim community through service, leadership, and advocacy.
Bringing together leaders, donors, activists, and community members from across North America, the CSRL Banquet offers a unique platform to recognize and celebrate those working to uplift the ummah and advance causes of justice, education, and social impact.
The program typically features keynote remarks from prominent figures, award presentations, and special announcements, all within a formal luncheon setting that reflects the spirit of gratitude and unity.
The CSRL serves not only as a moment of recognition, but also as a call to continued service, encouraging collaboration and renewed commitment to building stronger, more compassionate communities.
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The matrimonial events for this year’s annual convention will be taking place on Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st from 1-4 p.m. Attendees are welcome to register for both days and make the most of this experience. The last day to register online is August 21st, so register now!
Convention and matrimonial registration are separate.
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HEAT SAFETY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING A HEAT WAVE.
Extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees (F) for at least two to three days. During extreme heat periods the body works extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. Older adults, children and people with certain illnesses and chronic conditions are at greater risk. Humidity also increases the feeling of heat. Be Safe.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Avoid high-energy activities or work outdoors, during midday heat, if possible. Reduce,
- eliminate or reschedule strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day.
- Use your oven less to help reduce the temperature in the home.
- If outside, find shade. Wear a hat wide enough to protect the face.
- Check on family members, older adults and neighbors.
- Never leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day.
- Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
- Home Insulation
- Cover windows with drapes or shades.
- Weather-strip doors and windows.
- Use window reflectors specifically designed to reflect heat back outside.
- Add insulation to keep the heat out.
- Use a powered attic ventilator, or attic fan, to regulate the heat level of a building’s attic
- by clearing out hot air.
- Pet safety: If they are outside, make sure they have plenty of cool water and access to comfortable shade. Asphalt and dark pavement can be very hot to your pet’s feet.
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MYNA CON IS BACK!
MYNACON 40 IS HERE Join us for 40 years of MYNA at ISNA’s 62nd Annual Convention! We are so excited to host some amazing lectures, and hands-on workshops! Don’t miss out! We hope to see you from August 29 to Sept 1st at MYNACON in Chicago, Illinois
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MYNA ALUMNI — SAVE THE DATE!
We’re hosting a special MYNA Alumni Reunion at ISNACON this year in Chicago! Come reconnect, reminisce, and refuel with fellow MYNA alumni over a fun and nostalgic brunch. ️
- Sunday, August 31st, 2025
- Starts at 11:15 a.m.
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center – MYNA Room 23
- Featuring:
- A keynote from Imam Zaid Shakir, a short update on what MYNA’s been up to, chill brunch vibes, games, giveaways, and more!
- Photo booth + memory wall + group pic
- RSVP link coming soon!
Bring your friends, bring your stories — we can’t wait to see you there!
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MYNA X MIST at Convention
The wait is almost over—MYNA and MIST are coming together for an unforgettable collaboration at convention dedicated to living the Sunnah in our daily lives.
Registration closes soon on August 15th, don’t miss your chance to be a part of this year's convention with MYNA X MIST!
| | MYNA X MIFTAAH UMRAH 2025 | |
MYNA × Miftaah Fall Umrah 2025 – Registration Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that MYNA is partnering with Miftaah Institute to offer a powerful Umrah experience for youth and young adults this Fall Break, November 21–30, 2025.
Led by esteemed scholars including Shaykh Abdullah Waheed, Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed, and others, this journey is designed to deepen your connection with Allah, build lifelong friendships, and create lasting spiritual memories in the blessed cities of Makkah and Madinah.
- Departure cities: Chicago, Houston, Detroit
- 5-star hotels, ground transportation, and visa support included
- On-site reflections, lectures, and guided tours of historical sites
- Perfectly timed during Thanksgiving Break for students and families
This is a unique opportunity to embark on a spiritually transformative journey with a community of passionate, like-minded youth.
Spaces are limited — don’t wait to register!
| | Muslim Community Center (MCC) in Chicago Seeking Full-Time Imam | |
The Muslim Community Center (MCC) in Chicago seeks a full-time Lead Imam (Religious Scholar) to provide spiritual leadership, religious guidance, and foster unity in accordance with the Qur’an and Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The ideal candidate will be visible, accessible, and inspire community engagement while working closely with MCC’s Board, staff, and volunteers.
MCC offers a competitive salary with standard vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
To apply, pease send your complete resume to imamsearch@mccchicago.org.
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Get Ready to Ball with MYNA at the ISNA Convention 2025!
Think you’ve got game? Join us for an epic Basketball Competition at this year’s convention!
Saturday, August 30 | 12–7 PM
Sunday, August 31 | 12–5 PM
Hall C, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, IL
3 Games Guaranteed
$25 per player
Bring your squad, show your skills, and compete for bragging rights in a weekend full of high-energy matchups!
Don’t miss out — limited spots available!
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ISNA Mental Health
Understand Mental Health - Avoid Mental Illness
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A Will to Stay Alive and a Tradition to Sustain
Palestinian American Women on Grief, Resistance, and Refusing Silence
By Tamara Syed
Jul/Aug 25
Palestinian Americans exist within two worlds: ensconced in the safety net of America while witnessing the ethnic cleansing of all that we hold dear in Palestine.
As a Palestinian American journalist, watching a genocide in my ancestral homeland has been both personal and paralyzing. In this piece, I speak with a multitude of Palestinian women: a Gen Z artist, entertainment professionals, two mothers – one of whom recently gave birth – each collectively mourning from a different place in life...
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Science in Service to Humanity
An Islamic Perspective
By M. Basheer Ahmed
Jul/Aug 25
During the early period of Christianity, Christians misinterpreted the Bible, leading to the condemnation of science and philosophy. As a result, during the second and third centuries, Christian fundamentalists burned libraries destroying countless books written by Greek and Roman scholars. Discouraging the teaching of science led to the Dark Ages of Europe which lasted for a thousand years.
The Quran corrected this misinterpretation. The first revealed verse said, “Read! In the Name of your Lord, who has created (all that exists), has created man from a clot. Read! And your Lord is the Most Generous, who has taught (writing) by the pen, has taught man that which he knew not” (96:1-5). This well-known verse does not implore the praising or worshiping of God. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of knowledge and the application of literacy to preserve it...
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Justice Declared, Justice Denied
Living in the Centennial Era of Malcolm X
By Jimmy Jone
Jul/Aug 25
“O ye who believe! stand out firmly for justice, as witnesses to God, even as against yourselves, or your parents, or your kin, and whether it be (against) rich or poor: for God can best protect both” (Quran 4:135).
This powerful statement from the Muslim holy book is also found in an unexpected place. According to Harvard University’s “Ask a Librarian” service, these words are displayed in Wasserstein Hall on the Harvard Law School campus as part of the “Words of Justice” art exhibit. Ironically, even though this high standard of justice can be celebrated at an elite American educational institution, it can also be easily denied...
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The Glaring Gap in Maternal Care for Muslim American Women
Pregnant Muslim Women Should Know their Options and their Rights
By Janelle Carlson
Jul/Aug 25
Giving birth is the culmination of nine months of work, using both body and mind in shaping a pregnancy. Surprisingly perhaps, maternal and infant death rates in the United States today are on a slow rise (Justina Petrullo, US Has Highest Infant, Maternal Mortality Rates Despite the Most Health Care Spending, The American Journal of Managed Care, Jan. 31, 2023), while maternal and infant health rates have been steadily improving in many other parts of the world.
Maternal mortality refers to the death of a woman during pregnancy, childbirth, or within the postpartum period following childbirth or the termination of a pregnancy. These deaths can be caused by conditions such as excessive bleeding, seizures, or other medical conditions that are related to pregnancy...
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Fill out this form that is designed to gather information about community efforts that align with the ISNA Green Masjid team's mission to promote environmental awareness and sustainability. We encourage you to share what you're doing to protect our environment, reduce waste, and promote social justice. Your work may be featured!
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