MUSLIM STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
at ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
Welcome to the MSA!
Assalamu 'Alaikum! (Peace be upon you!) We would like to welcome you to the MSA at Illinois State University! In whichever way you have found yourself here at ISU, the MSA is always there for you. We are a group of students just like yourself who work hard toward our career goals and support each other along the way. In the Islamic faith, we are all brothers and sisters, and we become stronger when we are united. The MSA is an organization open to anyone on campus! Join the MSA and get involved! In our events, you can find new friends, participate in community service activities, and get guidance on how to succeed in your field of study - all while learning about the beautiful religion of Islam! We wish you luck in your academic journey and hope that you make great lasting memories here at Illinois State!
New Student?
Follow These Steps!
1) Go to https://redbirdlife.illinoisstate.edu/
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2) Click the sign in button on the top right of the webpage, and enter your student ULID and password.
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3) Type "MSA" into the search box, and our organization should immediately pop up in the dropdown that shows. Click it to reach our Redbird Life page.
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4) To become an MSA member, simply click "Join," and the executive board will accept your request as soon as possible! You will also receive an introductory email from us in the next few days.
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5) Like our Facebook page!
See our event calendar and plan to join us!
Keep an eye on your inbox for emails from us throughout the year!
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1) Super JJ Fish and Chicken
- 1102 North Hershey Road, Bloomington, IL 61704
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***These restaurants serve some or all Zabiha halal food. Please make sure to always double check at the restaurant by asking which menu items are Zabiha halal. Do your job, and then put your trust in Allah (swt).
Local Halal Restaurants
Praying on Campus
The Multicultural Center at 301 S. Main Street has a reflection/prayer room that is open for all students to use! You can walk in anytime, show your event pass from your redbird life account to the front desk, and use the room as needed.
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Study rooms at Milner Library can also be used for prayer as they are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Friday Prayer Location
Please make your best effort in attending Friday prayer at our local mosque, the Islamic Center of McLean County, at 421 Olympia Dr, Bloomington IL 61704. Visit the ICMC website for Friday prayer timing (Jumu'ah Salah).
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Please reach out to the executive board or your fellow MSA members for help in searching for ways to come for Friday prayer at ICMC. We highly recommend carpooling.
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For those who are unable to come to ICMC due to various reasons (such as class schedule), the MSA offers an alternative option:
At the Multicultural Center at 301 S. Main Street, the MSA will hold Friday khutbah and prayer at 3:15 pm in the reflection/prayer room.