CWU Muslim Student Association

05/24/2021

CWU Muslim Student Association and Muslim Student Association at the University of Washington Tacoma are hosting live on Instagram via Instagram account! We are hosting Yahya Abu Znaid
Young Palestinian activist on the ground in Palestine. Please join the live section tomorrow May 24 Monday at 11am . It will be very informative about issues in Palestine.

05/16/2021

Please join the CWU Muslim Student Association and the CWU Museum of Culture & Environment at 5:30 PM on Weds. May 19 in order to celebrate the Bean Pie, an important culinary tradition that is part of the Muslim experience in the U.S.
During the 1930s, the Nation of Islam made the very first bean pie in order to establish a unique culinary and cultural identity that broke away from the sweet potato pie, which was associated with slavery. In this event, we will hear from Slate journalist Aymann Ismail, who has examined the bean pie in a short film. We will also have an opportunity to eat bean pies made by Abu’s Homestyle Bakery, located in Brooklyn New York.
This in-person event will take place in the SURC Theatre and will follow all COVID-19 safety guidelines (masking, social distancing, sanitation). It is an opportunity to join together, learn about and celebrate Muslim American culture, and enjoy a tasty part of American history!
For more information, email [email protected]

05/14/2021

Due to recent escalating events that are occurring in Palestine such as the forced expulsions of Sheikh Jarrah, the Al-Aqsa raids, and the bombs in Gaza, MSA is hosting a sit-in in support of Palestine on May 15th from 3pm-5pm. Co-sponsored by Ellensburg Calls to Action, ASCWU, and Diversity and Equity Center, this sit-in is to host dialogue with fellow CWU students and faculty about the situation in Palestine and the deeper historical context to why these escalating events are occurring. May 15th is also the day we’re Palestinians remember the Nakba, where over 700,000 Palestinians were forcibly expelled from Palestine in 1948. We hope all will attended and show their solidarity for the Palestinian people
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05/11/2021

**CWUMSA IN SOLIDARITY WITH PALESTINE**
Statement by the CWU Muslim Student Association (CWUMSA) on recent developments in Jerusalem

CWUMSA is deeply concerned about the serious escalation of tensions in East Jerusalem over the past few days.

CWUMSA unequivocally condemns the violent attacks against civilians at the al-Aqsa Mosque compound, an ancient site of spirituality and worship that holds deep significance for people all over the world.

CWUMSA respects the fundamental human rights of Palestinians and all people, and affirms its respect for the protection and preservation of human life and heritage sites.”
CWUMSA reiterates its support for the Palestinian people and recognizes their right to establish an independent state based on the 1967 borders agreed upon by the United Nations.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP THE PALESTINIANS?
➡️ Sign the petition to tell the federal government to denounce the attacks on Al-Aqsa Mosque (https://www.nccm.ca/alaqsa/)
➡️ Donate to Islamic Relief USA’s Palestine Emergency Aid to provide medical supplies to Palestinians in need (https://secure.irusa.org/donate/give-gift )
➡️ Sign the petition to fight displacement of Palestinians from East Jerusalem (bit.ly/StopJerusalemExpulsions)
➡️ Share this post on your story to gain awareness and use the hashtags .
➡️ Follow credible sources: .on.palestine

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05/11/2021

The world sees the Israelis breaking every law disregarding human rights. This is something that all muslims whether they are friendly with Israel or not should condemn. I believe people in Malaysia and I myself condemn this dastardly act by the Israelis in seizing property belonging to the Palestinian. - Dr Mahathir bin Mohammad

https://youtu.be/NYfL-nxX3IE

03/30/2021

Did you know 1 in 3 college students (nationally) will experience food insecurity at some time during their college career. We are hosting a campus and community wide food drive to create food boxes that will be distributed to CWU students who have emergency need. Please join us by dropping off non-perishable (unopened/unexpired) items to the bins around campus and in local community organizations from March 29 through April 9, 2021. We are also hosting a Drive Thru Donation Drop-Off Friday, April 2 and April 9 from 9-1 in front of the SURC! Find the specific locations listed on our website (https://www.cwu.edu/leadership-engage/crave-donate-food-drive)

03/28/2021

International Muslim Women’s Day !

'Observe your duty to Allah in respect to the women, and treat them well.' - Prophet Muhammed ﷺ

This is a day to celebrate Muslim women and flood the Internet with positive representations of who Muslim women are. Anyone can take part, from uploading pics on social media of the Muslim women in your life to showing some love to your favorite Muslim women accounts to follow. One of the easiest ways you can create space for Muslim women is simply by hitting share or retweeting content on your social media and elevating the stories you care about.

02/25/2021

Our advisor is best ❤️

Salam Awad is a political science professor and lecturer at CWU, who hosted a virtual panel as part of The Art of Global Protest series. The event took the audience...