Jan 22, 2012
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Identity is a two day conference that aims to enlighten our hearts and minds about the life of the last and final messenger, Muhammed (SAW). The theme of the conference is identity and is about reaffirming our own identity by getting to know and loving the Prophet SAW. It is brought to you by UTSC MSA in partnership with UofT MSA and Islamic Foundation Toronto!
Come and listen to three great speakers Imam Tahir Anwar, Dr. Munir El Kasaem, and Shaykh Yusuf Badat. This is a FREE event and FREE meals will be provided on both days of the conference. The conference will be held on January 27th to 28th 2012 at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Seats are limited; please sign up as soon as possible!
To register click here: http://seerahconference.eventbrite.com/
Imam Tahir Anwar is an American Muslim Imam (religious leader) who has been around Imams since the day he was born. Namely his father and grandfather (his first teachers), and his two brothers, who are also both Imams in California. Upon completing his religious studies in India, he has been serving as the Imam of one of the oldest masjids in the country, the Islamic Center of San Jose, since 2001. He is also the head of theIslamic Studies Department, and a teacher at Granada Islamic School in nearby Santa Clara, an institution in its 26th year. These days, he travels around the globe to deliver the message of Islam to the masses, and currently resides in San Jose, California with his wife and two sons. -http://www.imamtahir.com/
Dr. Munir El-Kassem is the founder and current President of the Islamic Institute for Faith and Dialogue He was born in Beirut Lebanon in 1955. After spending 15 years in general practice, he joined the University of Western Ontario as an assistant professor at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. El-Kassem is very actively involved in Islamic Da’wa. He is the author of many Islamic books and has written on a wide variety of Islamic issues in various publications throughout the world. - http://www.iiid.ca/
Shaykh Yusuf Badat is the main Imam and ‘Director of Religious Affairs’ at the Islamic Foundation of Toronto. Shaykh Yusuf Badat also serves as a teacher for Arabic, Islamic Studies, Quranic Studies and World Religions at the Islamic Foundation School. Shaykh Yusuf Badat is the founder and director of Mathabah Foundation. He is an active executive member of the Canadian Council of Muslim Theologians CCMT. - http://www.islamicfoundation.ca/
Jan 18, 2012
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Asalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatu,
I hope this email finds you in the best of health. The MSA Treasurer position is now open. InshAllah we will be holding elections in the upcoming weeks. Nomination forms are now available online (to print) and also in the prayer room. To apply please fill out the form and submit it to the nominations box in the prayer room by Friday January 20th, 2011.
Applicants will be contacted following the nomination period to confirm their intention to run.
JazakAllahu Khairin
Jan 9, 2012
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Salamualaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakaatuhu,
A brief weekly tafseer halaqa (circle of knowledge) will be shared by Brother Warsame this coming semester at a time to be announced inshAllah. This tafseer reflection will deal with the last few surahs of the Quran as they are most commonly recited. Documents are posted below summarizing the week’s tafsir session. The first two surah’s lessons are below.
Jazakumullahu khairan
Dec 5, 2011
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Asallamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah,
I hope this email finds you in the best of health InshAllah! The following MSA positions are now open:
Events Coordinator
IAW Coordinator
External Coordinator
We are looking for new additions to our board of directors who are hardworking and dedicated. Interested applicants please send your resume to
utscmsa@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
All eligible applicants will be contacted in response to their application.
JazakAllah Khair,
MSA Executive Team
Nov 4, 2011
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Fundraising for International Development @ UTSC presents: KICKIN’ IT FOR A CAUSE – CHARITY SOCCER TOURNAMENT
Date: Saturday November 5th, 2011
Place: UTSC Indoor Gym
* Tournament Rules:
- Each team is made up of a 8 man squad (6 + substitutes)
- Co-ed teams – 2 points when girls score!
* The WINNING TEAM will receive a CASH PRIZE!!*
Participants: ALL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PLAYING SOCCER ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!
**University**
**Alumni**
**High School**
*MALES/FEMALES/COED TEAMS*
…all you need to do is FORM A TEAM and EMAIL anannya.dey@utoronto.ca with your info!
Fundraising for International Development is organizing this tournament to raise funds for the construction of a training centre in rural India through a grassroots development organization called Chinmaya Organization for Rural Development (CORD) http://cord.org.in/
* Format of Tournament: TBA
* Tournament Rules:
- Co-ed teams – 2 points when girls score!
- Teams members must be an Alumni member or a high school/university student
- Must sign the waver Form
- No high studs
- No jewellery
- No cleats (metal/non metal) – only indoor soccer shoes.
- *late Penalty* – At least 6 players of the team must be present at the time of the game. (a 10 minuted grace period)
- No Refunds!
*Game Rules
- 1 Red Card – one match suspension (the following game that is to be played)
- 3 yellow cards in a row – suspension for a match
- All free kicks are indirect
- Referee gets final call
*Registration Cost
- $15 per player
WINNING TEAM will receive a PRIZE!!
Please Contact : “fid@utsc.utoronto.ca” or “anannya.dey@utoronto.ca” for more information.
*If you do not have a team of 8, please sign up individually/post on the wall below and you will be placed!
Oct 27, 2011
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Asallamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah,
UTSC MSA WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO OUR EID DINNER!
Just an event to wish you a blessed Eid Ul-Adha from your very own MSA!
Come out and celebrate Eid Ul Adha with your fellow muslims on campus and enjoy great food and greater performances!
Over 100 people attend this event each year, so make you sure you don’t miss out!
Date: Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Time: 5-8PM (Right after maghrib salah)
Location: HW-305 (upstairs marketplace)
Admission:
Membership: $10
Individual without membership: $15
Groups of 5: $10 each
PROFIT GOES TO ORPHAN SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM! We are really trying to meet our target so inshAllah this will greatly help us!
FOR TICKETS E-MAIL: utscmsaevents@gmail.com
Also, if anyone is interested in volunteering please email Br. Ali Abbas (HR Director):
alihabbas.92@gmail.com
Jazakallah khairan and see you there!
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MSA Exec University of Toronto at Scarborough
Oct 21, 2011
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Asalaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah,
In light of concerns regarding the time slots of classes during the regular Jumu’a prayers, MSA has initiated a second Jumu’a at 2:15 pm in the regular prayer rooms (SL281 and SL279). Please be aware that this is for those individuals that cannot attend the first Jumu’a at 1:30 pm for any given reason. This will officially start this Friday Oct. 21, 2011.
Jazak Allah 
for all your support,
MSA Exec University of Toronto at Scarborough
Oct 17, 2011
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SEMINAR ON CHALLENGES OF DAWAH WITH GUEST SPEAKER YUSUF CHAMBERS!
Time: Wednesday 19th, 2011. 5pm -6:30pm
Location: UTSC, ROOM TBA
Entrance: $3
Light Snacks will be provided!
Guest Speaker, Yusuf Chambers has been involved with leading Muslim Organizations, both in UK and abroad. His work includes Peace TV, Muslim Aid, Al Jumuah magazine, Islamic Channel and Unity TV, basically making our upcoming MSA event even more awesome to attend!
Oct 6, 2011
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Asallamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah,
To all UTSC students, your MSA needs YOU. We have open positions and are looking for dedicated and hardworking students to fill them InshAllah! The positions are as follows:
President
Internal Relations Officer
Fundraising Coordinator
IAW Coordinator
Just fill out a nomination form get your 10 signatures and drop it off in the prayer room (there will be a box).
All nomination forms are due by MONDAY OCTOBER 17TH in the drop box placed in the prayer room.
If you have any questions about the duties for each position please see the MSA’s constitution on our website at
http://msautsc.com/msa-board/aboutthemsa/msaconstitution/
All eligible applicants will be contacted in response to their application InshAllah. 
JazakAllah Khair,
–
MSA Exec University of Toronto at Scarborough
