Welcome Asalamualaykum (peace be upon you), on behalf of GUMSA (Glasgow University Muslim Students Association), welcome to the University of Glasgow and congratulations on securing a place at this world class institution! As you embark upon this exciting journey, GUMSA hopes to support you every step of the way; whether that be spiritually, academically or through friendship. Our society welcomes students of all walks of life and encourages diversity among its members. At GUMSA, there is a place for everyone. GUMSA has an incredibly busy calendar, so we will always have something for you to do. This year is a special one for GUMSA as it is our 50th anniversary as an organisation and, we invite you to celebrate with us! Aside from this, we will also host several events throughout the year, including socials; charity fundraisers; interfaith events and academia revision sessions to help you settle into this new chapter of your life. We look forward to meeting you! All the best, Aaisha Khan - President.
What is GUMSA? Since its inception in 1968, GUMSA has grown to become one of the largest societies at the University of Glasgow. Our aim is to serve the spiritual needs of Muslim students in Glasgow as well as providing a means for students to socialise and enjoy university. Flying high on campus Islam Awareness Week We will be celebrating our 50th anniversary this year with alumni and current students. We hope you become a part of this special year of GUMSA! Awards Most Creative Act of Good 2018 - FOSIS Political Engagement Aware 2016 - FOSIS ISOC of the Year 2016 - FOSIS Most Academic Society 2015 - FOSIS Best Event 2015 - Glasgow University Most Charitable Society 2014 - Glasgow University Best Social Events 2014 - FOSIS
Meet the Team Aaisha Khan President Abu-Hurayrah Jamil Vice President Brother Madihah Hussain Vice President Sister Azam Ghaffar Treasurer Zoha Khan General Secretary Yash Thakur Education Officer Abdul-Haseeb Munj Education Officer Abubakr Mahmood PR and Marketing Mohiz Nasir Brothers Social Convenor Zayna Syyed Sisters Social Convenor
Events University is about expanding your horizons and making memories that will last a lifetime! Annual Events Charity Week - one of the most famous weeks in the calendar full of fun events like bake sales, murder mystery night and bucketing to raise money for orphans. Islam Awareness Week - a week dedicated to helping people discover Islam in its pure form. Includes events such as an interfaith dinner, panel discussion and an information stall. Iftar - a coming together for the community during the month of Ramadan Spiritual An opportunity to develop spiritually and improve ourselves in this world and for the hereafter, insha Allah. Jummah - located on campus in Fore Hall, completed with great reminders in the Khutba. Islamic Circles - regular sessions between brothers and sisters to learn and discuss Islam regarding topics such as values, responsibility and family. isyllabus - an Islamic studies programme developing the themes of worship, belief and self-reflection, taught by Shaykh Amer and Shaykh Rizwan. Calligraphy - 6 week course on the basics of beautiful Islamic art and Arabic calligraphy
Socials Throughout the year we host a variety of events for anyone to attend. We re all about having fun and taking your mind off the stressful times that come with university life! From bowling, trampolining, movie nights, barbecues, dinner parties, planetarium visits and paintballing we have something for everyone! Student Academia At GUMSA we know students need a helping hand when exams approach. Which is why we provide revision classes for Medicine, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry and Dentistry. Tips, notes, and thorough explanations are provided from GUMSA alumni and students. It is a great opportunity to meet other students in your field of study!
Prayer Spaces GUMSA strive to provide easily accessible prayer and reflection facilities on campus to assist your spiritual needs. Facilities can be seen below: Interfaith Room in Main University Building Open 9am 5pm Monday - Friday With wudhu facilities Library Level 9 Annexe Open 7:15am - 2am Everyday With wudhu facilities Wolfson Prayer Space (top of stairs) Open 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday No wudhu facilities QMU Reflective Space Open 8am - 10pm Monday - Friday No wudhu facilities Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (2 areas) Open 24/7 With wudhu facilities Royal Hospital for Children Open 24/7 With wudhu facilities Dental School Sanctuary Open 24/7 No wudhu facilities Veterinary School Open 24/7 No wudhu facilities
Local Mosques Dawatul Islam - 31 Oakfield Avenue Al-Furqan Mosque - 19 Carrington Street Glasgow Central Mosque - 1 Mosque Avenue Halal Places Whether you are living at home or on campus, GUMSA is here to help you settle and discover businesses in Glasgow to buy your halal meat, groceries and discover fantastic options for food. Meat & Groceries Halal Direct Scotland - 251 Albert Dr Foodasia - House of Sher Shopping Mall Madinah Butchers - 212 Woodlands Rd KRK - 286 Woodlands Rd Oriental Foods - 307 Great Western Rd Restaurants & Takeaways Chillies West End - 176-182 Woodlands Rd Akbar s - 573-581 Sauchiehall St Manjaros - Springfield Quay Village Curry House - 129 Nelson St Red Pepper - 32D St Andrews Rd The Chicken Place - 18 Gibson St icafe - 250 Woodlands Rd Wingerz - 369 Sauchiehall St Balti Club - 66 Woodlands Rd Subway - 8 halal shops in Glasgow
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Study Tips Islam is a religion which addresses all features of human life and encourages us to follow the message of the holy Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammed, peace and blessings be upon him. The first revelation Prophet Muhammed (SAW) received: Read in the name of your Lord, who created, created man from a clot. Read! And your Lord is most bountiful. (He who taught) the use of the pen taught man he knew not. (Quran 96:1-5) No human is born a scholar; on the contrary, he must diligently strive and exert himself to study, repeat, review, and apply what he learns. Knowledge is only attained by diligently studying. The Messenger of Allah said, Keenly pursue what is of benefit to you, seek assistance from Allah, and do not feel incapable. Keenly pursuing what is beneficial necessitates completely avoiding things that will serve to distract, preoccupy the mind, and have no relation to knowledge. As students we must remember to seek help from Allah (SWT); have faith in Allah; thank Allah for the opportunity we have to learn and improve ourselves; learn beneficial new skills; volunteer our time to worthy causes and spend time with those who bring you closer to Islam. We pray that this advice will help you through your university journey. We ask Allah (SWT) to bestow success, guidance and ease in your lives.
Study Duas Dua Before Class O GOD, please bring me out of the darkness of doubt and favour me with the light of comprehension, O GOD open to us the doors of your mercy and unfold for us the treasure of your knowledge by your mercy O the most merciful of the merciful ones. Dua For Removing Anxiety Oh Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, and from overpowering of debt and from opposition of men
Dua Before Studying Oh Allah! Make useful for me what you have taught me and teach me knowledge that will be useful to me. Oh Allah! I ask you for the understanding of the prophets and the memory of the messengers, and those nearest to you. Oh Allah! Make my tongue full of your remembrance and my heart with awe of you. Oh Allah! You do whatever you wish, and you are my availer and protector and best of aid.
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Useful Contacts Please do not hesitate to contact us about anything you re unsure of! t: Aaisha Khan - 07403 088505 Madihah Hussain - 07719 734201 Abu-Hurayrah Jamil - 07833 257758 Ustadt Shoket Aksi - shoket72@yahoo.co.uk e: w: info@gumsa.com www.gumsa.co.uk @GlasgowUniIslam