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Sarah Ijaz
President
Class of 2012
Hometown: Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. / Lahore, Pakistan
Major: Economics
Salaam everyone!
I'm originally from Lahore, Pakistan but was born and brought up in Abu Dhabi. Diversity was a key factor for me coming here to Penn since I've grown up in an extremely multicultural environment. Coming from halfway around the world, anything similar to the atmosphere I had been raised in was exactly what I needed and I certainly found it in the MSA here. After interacting with just a few of the organization's members during orientation, I decided that this was an organization I would definitely want to become and inshAllah remain a part of. Apart from the MSA, I love spending time with friends, shopping and of course European soccer- GLORY GLORY MAN UNITED! :) |
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Faizan Khan
Vice President
Class of 2012
Major: Health Care Management & Policy
Salaam!
Being a part of MSA board and the greater Muslim student community at Penn has been one of my greatest experiences during college. Negotiating your own life in college can be challenging---but the people around you can help make it fun and exciting! Outside of MSA, I enjoy giving campus tours and creating change through student government. I'm also a TV and movie addict, and I root for the #1 sports team in the nation---the Yankees! |
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Amber Rashid
Secretary
Class of 2014
Hometown: Basking Ridge, NJ
Major: Engineering
Salaam!
My name is Amber (pronounced Umber), I am from central Jersey and am very excited to be on the board this year. InshAllah, MSA will be even more fantastic this year and will meet all your needs with social events, community service projects, interfaith events, discussions and whatever else the community needs. On a personal note, my hobbies include eating, pretending to exercise and watching films. |
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Mohammed Hussain
Treasurer
Class of 2013
Hometown: Sudbury, MA
Major: Biochemistry and Political Science
Salaam everyone.
My name is Mak Hussain. I'm from the streets of suburban MA. I'm excited to work on board this year and work with all of you to help make the MSA as good as it can be in order to positively impact you, myself, and our community. I'm all about forming relationships with the Muslim community at Penn, and I hope to be able to help strengthen that community and provide meaningful, engaging, and fun programming that can benefit you however you feel most appropriate. In terms of personal stuff, I've done martial arts for the vast majority of my life, and I play the saxophone as well (though not as much at Penn). Recently I've been getting into poetry, but still working on that. The MSA has been a great resource for me to meet cool new people here at Penn, and so I encourage everyone out there to give it a shot. |
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Quratul-Ann Malik
Communications Chair
Class of 2013
Hometown: Montgomery Village, MD
Major: Political Science
Salaam everyone!
My name is Quratul-Ann Malik, but I go by "Q." I was born and raised in the suburbs of DC, but my family is originally from Pakistan. Currently, I'm loving life in the city of Philadelphia as a student in the College. I'm excited to have the opportunity to help make the MSA even better than it has been in previous years, InshAllah. With the help of a great Muslim community here at Penn, I look forward to what this year will bring. |
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Dahlia Kenawy
Fundraising Chair
Class of 2014
Hometown: West Chester, PA
Major: Bioengineering
Salam!
My name is Dahlia Kenawy, and I'm a freshman majoring in bioengineering. My family is originally from Egypt, but I've spent most of my life in a small town in Pennsylvania, so I'm thrilled to finally get a chance to live in a city with a big Muslim population. What I love most about Penn is the diversity that is evident throughout the campus, and especially in the MSA. In my spare time (which I never get enough of), I like watching TV (mostly sci-fi and comedy), doing jigsaw puzzles, and hanging out with interesting and funny people. |
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Nuvid Bhuiyan
Penn Muslims for Change (PMC) Chair
Class of 2014
Hometown: Jericho, NY
Major: Biophysics & Management
Salaam everyone,
I’m from Bangladesh, born in Iran and currently reside in New York. I enjoy fencing, yogurt, and train rides. Newly elected to the board, I am both honored and excited; I hope that throughout this year the MSA will grow to act as both a religious and cultural community to become not a club of members but (quasi)-friends :D |
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Muhga Eltigani
Islamic Education Co-Chair
Class of 2014
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Major: Undecided
Salaam!
My name is Muhga, which means spirit of the heart in Arabic.. I was born Sudan and I moved to U.S when I was five years old. I currently reside in Northeast Philadelphia with my parents and three younger siblings. My hobbies include hanging out with friends, playing basketball and drawing
Even though I won the MSA elections with my motto, “I’m young, I’m fresh, I’m Muslim”, I hope to show everyone my other great qualities by helping MSA become better and more united, inshallah. |
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Lateef Lawal
Islamic Education Co-Chair
Class of 2012
Hometown: Houston, TX
Major: Too Complicated
Salaam Alaikum.
My name is Lateef Lawal. I from the dirty, dirty south AKA Houston TX. Since the time I moved to Philadelphia, the UPENN MSA has been my home away from home. The amount of friends that I have made here has been awesome. All the events the MSA have been responsible have contributed to my Penn experience. The MSA at Penn is filled with a lot of diversity and offers not only a great way to meet people but to learn about our deen. What matter what your needs are whether it’s engaging in community activism, awesome social events, or even deen-intensifying halaqas, bi'ithnillah the Penn MSA has an answer…so hit us up!!!! |
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Aya Saed
Social Co-Chair
Class of 2013
Hometown: Annandale, VA
Major: International Relations
Salaam!
While originally Sudanese, I lived in Saudi Arabia and Washington D.C. my entire life. Having lived in such politically charged regions has allowed me to appreciate a strong sense of community and heightened my awareness on world affairs. So coming to Penn and being involved in this community is something I greatly value and have come to love. I'm really excited to do my part since the MSA has played such a HUGE role in enhancing my PENN experience. From having coffee with famous Islamic scholars to getting tutored on accounting to going on spontaneous trips to the beach, the MSA truly is a bridge between my social, spiritual and academic life. I like to learn new languages, meet fabulous people and try new things! (as long as its halal, of course). |
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Idrees Syed
Social Co-Chair
Class of 2013
Hometown: Johns Creek, GA
Major: Cognitive Neuroscience
Assalamu Alaikum Everyone!
My name is Idrees, and I am a sophomore studying Cognitive Neuroscience. I was born and raised in The Deep South and bring to Penn wonderful experiences growing up as a Muslim down there. My favorite things in life are to play basketball, take naps with my cat, and cook spicy foods! My goal this year as your social chair is to host events that will create a community among individuals here at Penn. Here's what to look out for: weekly basketball, football, and soccer, Ping Pong Tournaments, the Super Bowl Party, Ice Skating Night, movie nights, game nights, and banquets. Please let me know if you have any other ideas! |
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