Terrorism does not originate from religion
Image by m-alo via Flickr Jennifer Blanco | Contributing Writer opinion@fiusm.com President Barack Obama directed the nation and millions around the world this week…
Islam
New York Times best seller to lecture on Islam culture
On Thursday, Feb. 19, at 12:15 p.m., Dr. Reza Aslan will lecture on Islam in the 21st Century to provide a new perspective to students.
University hosts interfaith forum on compassion
On Wednesday, May 21, the Kriya Yoga Institute will begin its two-day non-political forum in GC Ballrooms commemorating the 40th anniversary of renowned Indian Gurudev Yogi Paramahamsa Hariharananda and his pilgrimage to the west.
Muslim Students Association finds possible listening device in prayer room
A Miami New Times blog post puts the issue of an espionage device in the Graham Center’s Islamic prayer room back into the spotlight.
Bringing awareness towards Islamic culture
This year, MSA at FIU will be hosting Islamic Awareness Week from March 4 to March 6. There will be three lectures, one each day and topics will include the spread of Islam, foreign policy and convert stories.
To beard or not to beard? – Students debate the meaning behind facial hair
Animals aren’t the only ones with whiskers.
While some students choose to maintain their long beards for style or out of laziness, others prefer to keep their facial hair out of personal taste or religious purposes.
Arabian Nights includes audience in action
The stage is simple: an alcove in the center with a long row of low steps framed by a sea of stars on the back curtain. Drums and a clarinet play soft music as the actors, one by one, pass along the stage to assemble the finishing touches as the audience shuffles in.
Audiences should expect unique experience at Arabian Nights
Arabian Nights tells the story of the young maiden, Scheherezade, who tries to prevent her death at the hands of King Shahryar by capturing his attention through the stories she tells. In doing so, she demonstrates the importance and power of storytelling.