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The Islamic Blueprint of Dune

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

How Frank Herbert and his iconic sci-fi “Dune” were influenced by Islam and the cultures of the Middle East.…

April 9, 2024

In an article about spirituality in 'Life of Pi, an image depicts a young boy standing on the edge of a boat. He wears white flowy pants and a white scarf over his head. A tiger roars in the seat of the boat. A backdrop of fluffy white clouds is atop a mellow blue ocean.

‘Life of Pi’: Into the Realm of Spirituality

Anoushka Panganamamula, The Ohio State University

An analysis of the meaning and intention behind the film and novel ‘Life of Pi’ as well as spirituality at its core.…

August 8, 2023

In an article about spirituality, religion and mental health, an illustration of translucent hands holding a multi color object.

Spirituality and Religion Can Benefit Your Mental Health

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

A belief in something greater than yourself can help immensely during trying times.…

September 18, 2022

How to maintain your spirituality as a Muslim college student

Tips To Maintain Your Spirituality as a Muslim College Student

Salma Heram, George Washington University

Although it may be challenging, you can still be religious while at school. Here are some ideas to help you keep your Islamic faith.…

August 24, 2021

In an article about We Are Lady Parts, a number of women in hijab climb and sit on a giant guitar.

‘We Are Lady Parts’ Radically Represents but Conventionally Entertains

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

Nida Manzoor’s Peacock sitcom follows five Muslim women and their punk rock band while advocating that 'music is about representation.’…

August 2, 2021

‘Love from A to Z’ Brings Positive Representation to the Muslim Community

Salma Heram, George Washington University

The YA novel by S. K. Ali reflects the realities faced by Muslim teens and embraces culture, identity and love in a new light.…

July 6, 2021

Faithfully Sustainable Is Changing How We Think About the Environment

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

By creating an inclusive community with justice at the forefront of their mission, the organization is changing the face of environmentalism.…

September 17, 2020

In an article about representation of Muslim women, a photo of a woman in a hijab

Women Who Wear Hijab Want Representation, Not Tokenism

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Muslim women are seeing themselves depicted in industries like fashion and television, but there is still work to be done toward valuable inclusion.…

August 20, 2020

‘The Messiah’ and Its Controversial Christ-Figure

Carli Moses, Union University

This series contains aspects of two influential religions but doesn’t have the storytelling prowess to pull off such a gamble.…

January 16, 2020

Why You Should Take a Religious Studies Class

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Learning about different belief systems provides a variety of benefits you may not have been aware of.…

August 18, 2019

7 Things You Need to Know About Observing Ramadan in College

Emma Uk, Brookdale Community College

The terminology and etiquette surrounding the Muslim month of fasting might be new to you, but they're not complicated.…

May 17, 2019

Sufism, the Mystical Branch of Islam, Holds the Blueprint for the Religion’s Future

Moiz Rizvi, University of Texas at Austin

The tradition has been threatened by extremists, precisely because it threatens extremism.…

December 22, 2018

‘The Reluctant Fundamentalist’ Offers an Original, Muslim-American Perspective on 9/11

Moiz Rizvi, University of Texas at Austin

Mohsin Hamid's debut novel explores a unique side of one of America's darkest times.…

November 12, 2018

Being a Young Muslim Is … Complicated

Moiz Rizvi, University of Texas at Austin

Growing up Muslim means facing a crisis many religious millennials experience: the increasing stigma attached to faith.…

October 18, 2018

Pakistan Opens Up the Gender Guardian School for Transgender Students

Selena Lundy, Grand Valley State University

Lahore has become the home of Pakistan’s first ever school for transgender students.…

May 5, 2018

Macy’s Will Be the First Major U.S. Clothing Line to Sell Hijabs

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

The hijabs are part of a broader line of clothing, called the Veronica Collection, designed to offer Muslim women more fashion-forward options for their clothing.…

February 12, 2018

What Muslims Have to Go Through After Terrorist Attacks

Things Muslims Have to Go Through After Every Terrorist Attack

Alina Shaikh, University of Toronto

It might be time to turn off the Fox News.…

November 23, 2015

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