The Valor Of

THE VALOR OF

Mercy

SUMMONING THE STRENGTH OF COMPASSION

ST ND APRIL 21 – 22

2018

Assalamu Alaikum! (Peace Be With You!)

Welcome to MIST New Jersey 2018! This year’s Regional Tournament marks MIST New Jersey’s 3rd Year and our BIGGEST tournament yet! We are super excited to see the amazing talent that Jersey has to offer and CANNOT wait to see your take on The Valor of Mercy. This weekend will be filled with competitions, amazing workshops, exceptional speakers, delicious food, and TONS and TONS of MIST SPIRIT! ARE YOU READY TO GET YOUR MIST ON?! Have an aMISTing weekend and don’t forget WE ARE JERSEY, WE ARE NUMBER ONE!

The MIST NJ 2018 Team

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REPRESENTED HIGH SCHOOLS!

Abraham Clark High School Noble Leadership Academy

Al-Minhaal Academy Noor-Ul-Iman School

Baytul-Iman Academy Northern Burlington Regional High School Bridgewater-Raritan High School Old Bridge High School Cherry Hill East High School Pennsauken High School East Brunswick High School Piscataway High School Eastern High School Princeton High School Edison High School Ridge High School Emmaus High School Sayreville War Memorial High Hunterdon Central Regional High School School Somerset Vocational and Technical J.P. Stevens High School High School John Dwyer Technology Academy South Brunswick High School Lenape High School Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Madrasatu Ahlis Sunnah Union County Vocational-Technical Metuchen High School High School

Miftaahul Uloom Academy Watchung Hills Regional High School Monroe Township High School West Morris Mendham High School Moorestown High School

THE MIST NJ TEAM Regional Director: Mariam Catovic Associate Director: Tareq Salimi Competitions: Programs: Attiya Butt (Chair) Sara Tariq (Chair) Meherunisa Nawaz Adnan Oudeh (Chair) Tayyaba Shakeel Ateeb Jamal Registration: Noman Khan Abeera Naeem (Chair) Areeb Lakhani Mona Moshet Sarah Mustaqali Eliz Yanik Recruitment: Sahar Ahmed (Chair) Finance: Salman Hashmi (Chair) Falak Shahid (Chair) Shameen Abubakar Hira Ali Zainab Ali Daanyal Farooqi Raahim Khan Logistics: Marketing: Kausar Ahmed (Chair) Mariam Ali (Chair) Saad Butt Maha Khan (Chair) Volunteer/Outreach: Islam Abdelmotaleb Sidrah Jamal (Chair) Amber Zaki Sabihah Memon

Saturday April 21st

8:30 – 9:00 Team Registration and Check-In Naimoli

9:00 – 10:00 Opening i Ceremonies Naimoli Special Welcome from NJIT’s Dean of Students Dr. Marybeth Boger ARTS

10:00AM – 12:00PM 2D Art………………….Kupfrian 203 Photography……….Kupfrian 207

3D Art………………….Kupfrian 204 Culinary Arts……….Kupfrian 208 Fashion Design…….Kupfrian 205 Scrapbook…………..Kupfrian 209 Graphic Design…….Kupfrian 206 Holding Room……..Kupfrian 118

Parallel Workshops 10:00 – 11:00 Mercy Through Modesty Brothers (Naimoli) | Sisters (Kupfrian 117)

Speakers: Imam Kaiser Aslam and Shaykha Nusba Hannan

While Islam celebrates beauty, it also places a very important value on personal modesty for both men and women. For a Muslim, being mindful of personal modesty plays a vital role in having mercy towards yourself, since modesty and faith are so intertwined. In American society, interaction between males and females often evolves from cooties to teasing to just plain confusion. From interactions at school or at work to interactions between family members or during courtship, modesty can sometimes be difficult to traverse. How do American Muslims navigate varying cultural norms with their religious convictions? In this session, Imam Kaiser and Shaykha Nusba will clear up misconceptions regarding conversation and interaction, sharing some Islamic guidance on how Muslims are taught to interact respectfully.

Saturday April 21st

11:00AM – 12:30PM The Mercy of Mental Health Naimoli

Dr. Zaynab Khan, Dr. Raymond Brock Murray, and Dr. Omar Shareef

Taking care of our mental state is a form of mercy upon ourselves. Unfortunately, some religious circles may view mental health issues from a negative perspective, that the illness may be self-inflicted due to a lack of a firm relationship with God. However, nothing could be further from the truth! To learn more about how we can embrace and overcome our obstacles, join us as we present a panel of professionals who will work to overcome the stigma and answer any questions you may have with issues related to mental health.

BRACKETS (ROUND 1) 12:00 – 2:00 Brothers Improv….Kupfrian 203 Debate Sisters Improv……..Kupfrian 204 Rooms: Kupfrian 206, 207,208, and MIST Bowl……..……Kupfrian 205 209 Math Olympics……Kupfrian 108

Parallel Workshop 12:45 – 2:00 The MISTy Games Naimoli

Jaffer Shareef

Are you ready to compete in MIST New Jersey’s MISTy Games? Do you have what it takes to become a CHAMPION?! Find out during our FIRST EVER MISTy Games! Winners get spirit points for their teams!

2:00 – 3:30 Dhuhr and Open Lunch Naimoli

*Must be with a coach or security volunteer for open lunch List of restaurants on last page

Saturday April 21st

BRACKETS (ROUND 2) 3:30 – 5:00 Brothers Improv….Kupfrian 203 Debate Sisters Improv……..Kupfrian 204 Rooms: Kupfrian 206, 207,208, and MIST Bowl……..……Kupfrian 205 209 Math Olympics……Kupfrian 108

Parallel Workshop 3:30 – 5:00 Refined Eloquence Naimoli

Aishah 'just' Alam

Hassan ibn Thabit, may God be pleased with him, was a companion of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, as well as a famous poet. He gained fame for using his words to defend Islam and invoke love and compassion for the Prophet in the hearts of believers and disbelievers alike. This workshop will teach students to develop and refine their poetry so they can also use their words to express themselves and generate an emotive response from their audience as effectively as this great companion. WRITING AND ORATORY 5:00 – 6:30

Extemp Speaking...Kupfrian 203 Extemp Essay……...Kupfrian 206 Kupfrian 204 Spoken Word* (Round 1)…Kupfrian 118 Original Oratory…..Kupfrian 205 *spectators allowed

6:30 – 7:00 Asr and Dinner Naimoli

7:00 – 8:00 Spoken Word* (Round 2) Kupfrian 118

*spectators allowed

Saturday April 21st

Parallel Workshop 7:00 – 8:00 MIST 101: Creating an MSA Kupfrian 117

Musa Sadiq

Do you love the MIST weekend hype? How about finding out a way to keep it alive 24/7 throughout the school year? Learn about how you can take your newly formed MIST fam and keep the relationship alive by bringing it back to your own high school and creating a warm, welcoming community where you will be able to comfortably express your identity and learn more about your deen in a safe environment. Learn how you can create your own very own Jummah or MSA.

8:00 – 8:30 Maghrib and Dismissal Naimoli

Sunday April 22nd

8:30 – 9:00 Check-In Naimoli Don’t forget your MIST ID, you won’t be able to enter the tournament without it!

BRACKETS (SEMI-FINALS) 9:00 – 10:00

MIST Bowl……..……Kupfrian 205 Debate Math Olympics……Kupfrian 108 Rooms: Kupfrian 206 and 207

Sunday April 22nd

Parallel Workshops 9:00 – 10:15 Handling Criticism with CAIR Kupfrian 118

James Sues (CAIR)

Have you ever been in a situation where you had to defend your rights while practicing your faith, but you weren’t sure how to? Or have you found yourself in a position where you wanted to stand up against unjust actions on behalf of minorities or people of faith? In these tough situations, you might find it hard to think with a calm mind and respond correctly and compassionately. The Council on American- Islamic Relations (CAIR) has some answers and advice for you in this informative workshop. 9:00 – 10:15 Surah Fatihah: Stage Lights "Beginning and ending With Mercy" Kupfrian 117

Saif Omar (Fawakih Institute)

The average Muslim recites Surah Fatihah seventeen times a day during prayers, but do we even understand what it means. Join Fawakih Institute as they delve into the meaning of Surah Fatihah and explain how it also relates to this year’s theme.

KNOWLEDGE AND QURAN 10:00 – 11:30

Brother’s Qur’an Sister’s Qur’an Levels 1 and 2…………….Kupfrian 203 Levels 1 and 2…………….Kupfrian 205 Levels 3 and 4…………….Kupfrian 204 Levels 3 and 4…………….Kupfrian 206

Holding Room for Qur’an…Kupfrian 207 Knowledge Test [1-4]…..Kupfrian 108

Sunday April 22nd

Parallel Workshop 10:30 – 11:30 Exploring Careers Tiernan #2

As you finish high school and brace for the great beyond, learn from the best! Our panel of accomplished professionals will offer their guidance on college education and career success across different domains. Join us as we take benefit from the rich experiences of our panelists and begin to navigate our own professional paths. GROUP PROJECTS

11:30AM – 1:30PM Brothers Nasheed*….Kupfrian 211 Science Fair…………Kupfrian 205 Short Film*………………Kupfrian 118 Business Venture…Kupfrian 206 Community Service….Kupfrian 203 Mobile Apps…….….Kupfrian 207 Social Media…………….Kupfrian 204 *spectators allowed Parallel Workshop 12:00 – 1:30 The Prophet of Mercy Kupfrian 117

Omar Tariq

Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, is described in the Quran as a "mercy sent to the worlds" (Quran 21:107) whose reputation God has raised (Quran 94:4) for having high moral character (Quran 69:4). Unfortunately, in popular culture today, he's not necessarily known by the same attributes. In this session, we will explore some of the historical facts surrounding his life which highlight his prophetic mission of mercy and the impact he had on his society. Come reflect with us on how his story can inspire us to make positive changes in our own society today.

1:30 – 3:00 Dhuhr and Open Lunch Naimoli

*Must be with a coach or security volunteer for open lunch List of restaurants on last page

Sunday April 22nd

BRACKETS (FINALS) 3:00 – 4:15 Brothers Improv*….Kupfrian 211 Debate*………………Tiernan #2 Sisters Improv*…..…Kupfrian 117 Math Olympics…….Kupfrian 108 MIST Bowl*…………..Kupfrian 118 *spectators allowed

Parallel Workshop

3:00 – 4:00 Wonder Woman (sisters only) Kupfrian 203

Sister. Meher Mohsin

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou

It is in our hands to control how we are remembered- why not be remembered as strong women, who were part of the generation that lifted one another up? Showing compassion to one another is part of our jobs as young women so why not learn how to do it to the best of your ability? Join us in this workshop to discover how the smallest actions will encourage us to be heroes every single day. This workshop will aim to teach young women of our society to be both powerful and compassionate.

Closing and Awards Ceremony 4:30 – 9:00 (Naimoli) Special Guest Ibtihaj Muhammad First Female Muslim American Hijabi Olympian

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Restaurants

On Campus: Burger Walla (Burgers) Tech Café (Coffee) Zabihah Chicken Only Open Saturday Open Saturday Located in Campus Center 47 Halsey Street (10 mins) Forte Pizzeria (Italian) The Halal Guys Not Zabihah (vegetarian (Sandwiches and Platters) options) Zabihah Open Saturday Open Saturday and Sunday Located in Campus Center 72 Halsey Street (12 mins) Off Campus: Masala Café (Indian Giovani’s Pizza and Pasta Cuisine) (Italian) Zabihah Open Saturday Zabihah 27 Academy Street (12 mins) Open Saturday and Sunday 191 Central Avenue (3 mins) Mon Berger African Halal Ramen Gami (Sushi and Restaurant (Caribbean and Ramen) African Food) Not Zabihah (request veggie Zabihah broth) Open Saturday and Sunday Open Sunday 60 Branford Place (15 mins) 1 Sussex Avenue (5 mins) Intrinsic Cafe (Bubble Tea) Open Sunday 1 Sussex Avenue (5 mins)

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