discovering dignity in challEnging pride

2019 REGIONAL
TOURNAMENT
Welcome
To the DC Muslim Interscholastic Tournament, the annual
event where the youth of the greater DC area showcases
exceptional talent and even more exceptional character.
In the age of social media, flaunting our lives online can
be a source of success. Even when we intend to spread
positivity through gaining popularity, we may see humility
as an obstacle to that goal. How do we inculcate the vir-
tue of humility when it seemingly brings us down? If we’ve
learned that humility is a weakness, then this shortsighted
understanding veils us from its possible hidden strength.
Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, once said, “…no
one humbles themselves for the sake of God except that
God raises their status” (Muslim).

We challenge you to take a deeper look and analyze the

various concepts surrounding this theme. There will be a
collection of the finest submissions in a variety of compe-
titions as participants encapsulate this year’s theme, The
Honor of Humility: Discovering Dignity in Challenging Pride.

We look forward to seeing what the competitors have to

offer and we hope that you enjoy your weekends as much
as we will!

The DC Mist Organizers

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ORGANIZERS
Naeem Baig - Regional Director
DIRECTORS Abdiaziz Ahmed - Associate Director

Magdy Mansour - Advisor

ADVISORS Nahiah Saeed - Advisor
Sumayyah Taufique - Advisor
Hajur El-Haggan - Competitions
Ehson Kashfipour - Finance
Sadegh Nahidian - Logistics
CHAIRS Allaa Sayf - Programs
Zahra Salhan - Registration
Yousaf Salim - Marketing
Sajidah Arefian - Special Events

Intisar Diwani - Group Projects

Sarah Tayel - Quiz Bowl
Afnan Abdella - Arts
Anhar Karim - Knowledge & Quran
COMPETITIONS Wais Geyre - Basketball
Osama Hassan - Soccer
Afnan Abdella - Arts
Nazea Khan - Improv
Amina Thomas - Writing & Oratory

Subhan Dowlati - Coordinator

LOGISTICS Omar Khan - Coordinator

Afza Khan - Coordinator

FINANCE Abdullah Baig - Coordinator

Ayah Alshantir - Coordinator

Leila Rghioui - Coordinator
PROGRAMS Mariam Abdelwahab - Coordinator
Suha Mehmood - Coordinator

Samia Ansari - Coordinator

REGISTRATION Tashnima Sikder - Coaches Liasion

Maryam Khan - Coordinator

SPECIAL EVENTS Sara Salimi - Coaches Liasion

MARKETING Amina Rahman - Coordinator

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 TOURNAMENT CONDUCT
Attendance at any MIST competition, workshop (MISTalk), or activity is a
privilege. The policies apply to all students, adults, and authorized persons at-
tending the tournament. Participants shall respect all rules and practices at all
times. Participants violating any of the conduct rules may jeopardize their ability
to participate, and may be disqualified. Students may be sent home immediately
at their own expense. Participants and other authorized individuals attending
DC MIST 2019 Regional Tournament automatically accept terms and conditions
outlined in the MIST 2019 Code of Conduct.

Tournament Authority: Staff members of DC MIST are organizers and volunteers

(distinguished by a red or blue sash, accordingly). Any questions/comments/
concerns may be directed to a volunteer. Any matters requiring escalated
involvement may be directed to the organizers.

General Conduct: Participants must wear the supplied tournament ID badge at

all times from arrival at the tournament until departure from the tournament.
Participants should be prompt and prepared for all activities. Participants are
required to attend all general sessions and activities assigned, including
workshops (MISTalks), competitive events, etc., for which they are registered.

Personal Conduct: Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a mature,

Islamic manner. Any acts that can be deemed reckless, irresponsible, or immoral
will result in disciplinary action. Causing bodily harm and/or having possession
of weapons, defacing/stealing property, and violating the sanctity of the
tournament are strictly prohibited. All interactions with fellow participants
should be conducted in a professional manner.

Prohibited Actions: Engaging in any lewd, indecent, sexual or obscene acts,

verbal, physical, or sexual harassment is completely unacceptable. Participants
must not loiter in restricted zones, regardless of the presence of a coach/chap-
erone. A student engaging in the use of slurs against any person on the basis of
race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation,
or disability is strictly prohibited.

Lost or Stolen Items: Any items that are lost or stolen at a MIST event are the
sole responsibility of the participant. Retrieved items are to be reported to the
Information Booth.

Dress Code: Participants must dress in modest, professional, prayer appropriate

and competition appropriate clothing throughout the tournament weekend.

Media Release: By participating in DC MIST activities and competitions, you

consent to the release of any photographs, video footage, and names for
promotional and media purposes.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
SATURDAY 5

SUNDAY 9

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
MISTALKS & ACTIVITIES 12

VENUE INFORMATION
CAMPUS MAP 21

BUILDING II MAP 22

BUILDING III MAP 23

FOOD OPTIONS 24

SPONSORS 25

SPECIAL THANKS 26

INFORMATION 27

ADDENDUM A (WRITING & ORATORY / 28

SISTERS QURAN SLOTS)

ADDENDUM B (PRAYER ROOM) 29

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13

7:00 - 8:30 AM Registration

Building II - First Floor

7:00 - 10:00 AM Artwork Drop-off Building II - 2032

8:30 - 9:00 AM Competitor Orientation Ballroom

8:30 - 9:00 AM Coaches Orientation Building II - 3032

9:00 - 9:30 AM Debate Orientation Building II - 3032

9:00 - 9:30 AM Quiz Bowl Orientation Building III - 4230

9:00 - 9:30 AM Sis Improv Orientation Building III - 3241

9:00 - 9:30 AM Bro Improv Orientation Building III - 3230

9:00 - 12:30 PM Competitions & MISTalks

Bracket and Writing & Oratory Competitions

10:00 - 12:30 PM Saturday Morning Session Ballroom

Minute-To-Win-It Games

9:00 - 12:30 PM Ext. Speaking (Slot A) Building III - 3206

9:15 - 10:30 AM Math Olympics Building III - 3240

Prelim.

9:30 - 12:30 PM Debate Building II - 1032, 1042,

Prelim. 2052, 3012, 3022, 3032,
3052, 3062

9:30 - 12:30 PM Quiz Bowl Building III - 3220,

Prelim. 3225, 3226, 4202, 4206,
4211, 4212, 4215, 4216,
4220, 4225, 4226, 4230

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13
9:30 - 12:30 PM Improv Building III - 3230 (Brothers)
Prelim. Building III - 3241 (Sisters)

12:30 - 1:30 PM Lunch (Bring Your Own)

Ballroom

1:30 - 2:00 PM Dhuhr Prayer

Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

Competitions & MISTalks

2:00 - 5:00 PM Knowledge & Quran, Writing & Oratory

2:00 - 3:30 PM MISTalks A See Page 12

3:30 - 5:00 PM MISTalks B See Page 14

2:00 - 3:00 PM Knowledge Test 1 Building III - 3230

Knowledge Test 2, 3, 4 Building III - 3241

2:00 - 5:00 PM Quran Brothers

Building III - 4202 (*Waiting*)
Level 1 - 4206, Level 2/3 - 4212, Level 4 - 4211

Sisters (Slot A)
Building III - 4230 (*Waiting*)
Level 1 - 4226 (see Page 28), Level 2 - 4225, Level 3/4 - 4220

2:00 - 5:00 PM Original Oratory (Slot A) Building III - 3240

Spoken Word (Slot A) Building III - 4215
Ext. Speaking (Slot B) Building III - 3206

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13
Asr Prayer
5:00 - 5:45 PM Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

Competitions & MISTalks

5:45 - 7:30 PM Brackets, Knowledge & Quran, Writing & Oratory

5:45 - 7:00 PM MISTalks C See Page 15

5:45 - 7:30 PM Debate Building III - 4212,

Quarter Finals 4216, 4220, 4225

5:45 - 7:30 PM Quiz Bowl Building III - 3220,

Quarter Finals 3225, 3230, 3241, 4211

5:45 - 7:30 PM Quran Brothers (Slot B - if needed)

Building III - 4202 (*Waiting*)
Level 1 - 4206, Level 2/3 - 3226, Level 4 - 2225

Sisters (Slot B)
Building III - 4230 (*Waiting*)
Level 1 - 4226

5:45 - 7:30 PM Original Oratory (Slot B) Building III - 3240

Spoken Word (Slot B) Building III - 4215
Ext. Speaking (Slot C) Building III - 3206

7:30 - 8:00 PM Maghrib Prayer

Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

8:00 - 9:00 PM Dinner (Bring Your Own)

Ballroom

9:00 - 10:30 PM Competitons & Activities

Writing & Oratory

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13
9:00 - 10:30 PM Ext. Essay Building III - 4216
Original Oratory (Slot C) Building III - 3240
Spoken Word (Slot C) Building III - 4215
Ext. Speaking (Slot D) Building III - 3206

9:00 - 10:30 PM Saturday Night Session Ballroom

Surprise Guests & Entertainment

9:00 - 10:30 PM Artwork - Pick Up

Building II - 2032

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SUNDAY, APRIL 14

7:00 - 8:00 AM Arrival/ Hype Session

Ballroom

8:00 - 12:30 PM Competitions & Activities

Bracket Competitions, Arts

8:00 - 9:45 PM Saturday Morning Main Ballroom

Session

10:00 - 12:30 PM MISTalks D See Page 18

8:00 - 9:45 AM Debate Building III - 3062, 3032

Semi Finals

8:00 - 9:45 AM Quiz Bowl Building III - 3219, 3241,

Semi Finals 3230

8:00 - 9:45 AM Improv Building III - 4230 (Brothers)

Semi Finals Building III - 4202 (Sisters)

8:00 - 9:00 AM Math Building III - 2225

Semi Finals
9:45 - 12:30 PM Arts Building III - 2230 (*waiting*)
Photography Building III - 2225
Graphic Design Building III - 3219
3D Art Building III - 3241
2D Art Building III - 3230
Fashion Design Building III - 4202
Scrapbook Building III - 4230

12:30 - 1:30 PM Lunch (Bring Your Own)

Ballroom

1:30 - 2:00 PM Dhuhr Prayer

Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

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SUNDAY, APRIL 14
Competitions & MISTalks
2:00 - 5:00 PM Brackets and Group Projects

2:00 - 3:00 PM MISTalks E See Page 19

3:00 - 5:00 PM MISTalks F See Page 20

2:00 - 5:00 PM Humanitarian Services Building III - 2225

Short Film Building III - 3241
Business Venture Building III - 3230
Science Fair Building III - 4202

OPEN FOR 2:00 - 4:15 PM Mobile Apps Building III - 3219

SPECTATING
Social Media Building III - 4230

2:00 - 5:00 PM Sisters Nasheed Building II - 2032

(*Sisters Only*)

3:00 - 5:00 PM Brothers Nasheed Ballroom

5:00 - 5:45 PM Asr Prayer

Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

Competitions & MISTalks

5:45 - 7:30 PM Brackets & Group Projects

5:45 - 6:15 PM Chant Off Ballroom

6:15 - 7:30 PM Townhall Building II - 3062

5:45 - 7:15 PM Humanitarian Services Building III - 2225

OPEN FOR (continued)
SPECTATING
5:45 - 6:15 PM Business Venture Building III - 3230
(continued)
Science Fair Building III - 4202
(continued)

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SUNDAY, APRIL 14

6:15 - 7:30 PM Debate Final Building II - 2032

Quiz Bowl Final Ballroom
Brothers Improv Building III - 3241
Brothers Improv Overflow Building III - 4230
OPEN FOR Sisters Improv (*Sisters Only*) Building III - 3230
SPECTATING
Sisters Improv Overflow Building III - 4202
Math Final Building III - 3219

5:45 - 6:15 PM Sisters Nasheed Building II - 2032

(continued - *Sisters Only*)

7:30 - 8:00 PM Maghrib Prayer

Outside Quad (Weather Permitting)

8:00 - 9:00 PM Dinner (Bring Your Own)

Ballroom

Closing Session
9:00 - 10:00 PM Ballroom

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MISTalks (SATURDAY)
10:00 - 12:30 PM Main Session & Activity

Leadership: A Prophetic Example Ballroom

Athman Jilo
“Substantial research shows that humility predicts effective leadership. Hu-
mility is associated with minimizing status differences, listening to subordi-
nates, soliciting input, admitting mistakes and being willing to change course
when a plan seems not to work.”
- Karen HigginBottom

The stories of the Prophets (peace be upon them all) of Islam provide many of
examples of what it takes to be a leader. In Islam, a leader has an obligation
to lead with integrity and justice. Leadership is a trust when it is given. This
workshop will dive into the story of our Prophet (peace be upon him) and
show how he practiced humility in his daily life as a leader.

Minute-to-Win-it Games Ballroom

DC MIST Organizers

2:00 - 3:30 PM MISTalks A

The Humble Hand Building II - 1032
Zineb H. Chaklader
The power of calligraphy resonates throughout Islam’s history since its incep-
tion and has even shaped Islamic perceptions of art and beauty. Through this
proportionate and geometric form of writing, calligraphy has evoked the idea
of harmony within all of God’s creation and can even depict concepts such as
honor and humility in very abstract ways. Join us as we reawaken this ancient
form of art by learning about its history, what tools are used and how they are
made, and about the different scripts. Come learn the basics with hands on
experience that can guide you to beginning your own journey of mastering
this traditional art!

Quiet Room Building II - 3052

In the midst of all the hype and high energy at MIST, this is your opportunity to
take a step back and take a moment to yourself to debrief in this year’s quiet
room! If you need a minute to prepare for a competition or even a moment of
solitude, you have the opportunity to do so in the quiet room.

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MISTalks (SATURDAY)
The Treaty of Hudaybiyah Building II - 2052
Athman Jilo
The power of calligraphy resonates throughout Islam’s history since its incep-
tion and has even shaped Islamic perceptions of art and beauty. Through this
proportionate and geometric form of writing, calligraphy has evoked the idea
of harmony within all of God’s creation and can even depict concepts such as
honor and humility in very abstract ways. Join us as we reawaken this ancient
form of art by learning about its history, what tools are used and how they are
made, and about the different scripts. Come learn the basics with hands on
experience that can guide you to beginning your own journey of mastering
this traditional art!

Pit Stop: Taking a Moment to Refuel Building II - 3012

Nicole Fauster
You’re 24 hours behind on an assignment that was due 72 hours ago, you have
to be at work in five minutes and your ETA is 25, plus you’re running on four
hours of sleep because you spent all last night volunteering at your community.
Have you ever just looked up one day and wondered: “how did I get here?” Join
Qalam Institute graduate and Georgetown Law student Nicole Fauster as she
dives into the implicit attitudes and subconscious decisions that drive us when
we forget why we do what we do, and how we can channel our focus to be
more conscious about the direction of our lives with an eye on the hereafter.

As I Am Building II - 3032
Nadirah Pierre
Muslim: Strike one. Black: Strike two. Woman: Strike three. But still not out.
Nadirah Pierre is a young entrepreneur and comedian that breaks the mold.
From corporate America, to university campuses, to maybe even your own
community, join her as she leads a vibrant discussion about what it means to
be unapologetically yourself in spaces that just don’t seem to have enough
space for you.

Eyes Toward the Earth, Vision Toward Building II - 3062

the Heavens
Sabri BenKahla
Allah (swt) often refers to faith in the Qur’an using the imagery of plant life &
how it must exist within the proper conditions and receive the proper nourish-
ment in order for it to grow. Just as a plant cannot come about without first be-
ing a seed, and just as a seed cannot grow without first being buried within soil,
we cannot grow as people without first humbling ourselves within the correct
environment. The Prophet (pbuh) said: “Whoever humbles themself before God,
God elevates them.” Join this eye opening workshop as we discuss remaining
grounded in humility in an age of relentless self promotion & baseless
narcissism with our esteemed teacher Sabri BenKahla.

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MISTalks (SATURDAY)
3:30 - 5:00 PM MISTalks B
Art Escape (DC MIST Mural) Building II - 1032

Let’s create art at MIST! Join us in exploring the creative mind and contribute
your own vision to the DC MIST Mural.

Mirror Mirror Building II - 1042

Mask Activity
Imagine all the servers in the world went down. All your social media accounts,
inaccessible. Your phone, disconnected. Radio, static. TV, static. Life, seemingly on
hold. But is it? Imagine the only voice you had to confront in your mind, beyond
the social pressure, beyond the expectations, beyond the disappointments...was
your own. What would it say?

Now picture your greatest dreams and aspirations. Picture your ideal self... your
future home, your future life, you doing the most meaningful thing you could be
doing. What’s holding you back? Is it fear? Is it your circumstances? Most
importantly, can it be overcome? How do you turn failure into fire, disaster
into fuel, pain into passion?

Join us for an interactive discussion and activity that gets us beyond the
perceptions and into the reality of who we are and what we mean to others.

The Journey for Relief: Stories From Building II - 2052

Refugees Camps
Helping Hand for Relief & Development
Millions scattered and displaced. Millions without food or shelter. Millions
affected by war and persecution. The issues are endless and numbers are
growing. As our lives continue on, it becomes increasingly difficult to remain
connected to the plight of humanity around the world. It is important for us to
maintain perspective and remember that while Allah tests some with poverty
and hardship, He tests others with privilege and wealth. Allah tells us in the
Quran in Surah 11, verse 23 “Indeed, they who have believed and done righteous
deeds and humbled themselves to their Lord – those are the companions of
Paradise; they will abide eternally therein”. Join us in this workshop to discuss
the realities of the world around us and hear stories from refugees we had the
honor of meeting.

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MISTalks (SATURDAY)
The Time is Now : Film Screening on Building II - 3012
Climate Change
Anna Jamila Hassan
Climate change, an issue of OUR time. Come watch a short film and be apart
of a vibrant discussion while we all learn how we can be apart of this move-
ment. This discussion will be led by environmental activist Anna Hassan.

Truly Confident: How Connection With Building II - 3062

the Divine Can Redefine Self-Esteem
Muneer Zuhurudeen
Many of us suffer from low self-esteem and can’t seem to find the balance
between confidence and arrogance. How can I be humble without being invis-
ible? How can I stand out without putting myself above others? In this session
we will explore the names of God that refer to Him as The Giver of Honor and
The Abaser. Join us as we explore how God’s divine attributes transform us, al-
lowing us to discover how to be truly confident and humble at the same time.

Army of One Building II - 3032

Nadirah Pierre
Navigating the world as a minority in a majority can be challenging, especially
in corporate America and in academia. Come join this interactive discussion
with Nadirah and learn ways to navigate the world as a Muslim with humility.

Quiet Room Building II - 3052

In the midst of all the hype and high energy at MIST, this is your opportunity to
take a step back and take a moment to yourself to debrief in this year’s quiet
room! If you need a minute to prepare for a competition or even a moment of
solitude, you have the opportunity to do so in the quiet room.

5:45 - 7:00 PM MISTalks C

Art Escape (DC MIST Mural) Building II - 1032

Let’s create art at MIST! Join us in exploring the creative mind and contribute
your own vision to the DC MIST Mural.

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MISTalks (SATURDAY)
A Life’s Work: Finding the Path to Passion Building II - 3032

Zaytuna College
What do I want to do with my life? Although Islam provides moral guidance
and spiritual principles for living, we are still left with the decision on what
we want to study, learn, and eventually work on as a career. Community and
family pressures may push us towards certain fields, while societal trends pull
us in other directions. How do we narrow down the seemingly endless list
of possible careers into one path that we can pursue? How do we know that
the path that we choose will work out for us? Join Imran Ghani from Zaytuna
College who will explore these questions and more.

Purposeful Fitness and Health Habits Building II - 3052

from our Deen
Coach Ola - BeBeFit4Akhirah
Join Coach Ola as she dives into topics related to maintaining an active life-
style, the importance of mental as well as spiritual health and practical ways
to prepare for the most blessed month, Ramadan.

Fostering Resilience in Wellness Building II - 3062

Sumayyah Taufique
In this workshop, we will collectively explore self care, community care and
resilience. Some of the questions that will guide our discussion will be: What
is the difference between self care, community care and stress management?
And what does resilience feel/sound/look like? This workshop will be discus-
sion-based, interactive and meant to draw out ideas, thoughts and opinions
on self care, resilience and identity. Ultimately, it’s important to understand
what we can do as individuals to help build a strong foundation for today and
tomorrow’s youth.

Why It Matters: Islamophobia & Storytelling Building II - 3012

Sabrina Sheikh
This session will dive deeper into understanding structural and institutional
Islamophobia and its broader positioning under the pillars of white suprema-
cy. As well as understanding the scope of the War on Terror and the laws and
policies post 9/11 that feed into structural and institutional Islamophobia. You
will be able to understand the power of storytelling and how it can be used to
create social change in laws and policies today.

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SATURDAY NIGHT
9:00 - 10:30 PM Main Session
The Power of Humility Ballroom

Shaykha Ieasha Prime

Achieving a state of humility is tough. When life feels like smooth sailing, our
egos grow a little, but when faced with hardships, we feel entitled to relief. It
can feel as though being in a state of humility in either scenario means taking
away from our own self-worth, reality, or truth. So why is striving for humility
mentioned repeatedly in the Qur’an? How do we practically achieve humility?
When is it worth showing our humility, and how can we be honest with our-
selves when being humble? Join Ieasha Prime in this discussion as he helps us
understand the essence of humility from the Islamic worldview.

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Activities & MISTalks (SUNDAY)

8:00 - 9:45 AM Main Session

The Young and Muslim & No Limit Radio Podcasts Ballroom

Jibreel Salaam, Mohamed Hassan & Wais Geyre

Podcasts have been on the rise recently, and you just found your two new
favorites. Join the brothers behind the YoungnMuslim and No Limit Radio
podcasts in the first ever live podcast episode in DC MIST history! These pod-
casts are a way to showcase living in America while also maintaining a strong
muslim identity.

10:00 - 11:00 AM MISTalks D

Art Escape (DC MIST Mural) Building II - 2032

Let’s create art at MIST! Join us in exploring the creative mind and contribute
your own vision to the DC MIST Mural.

Quiet Room Building II - 3062

In the midst of all the hype and high energy at MIST, this is your opportunity to
take a step back and take a moment to yourself to debrief in this year’s quiet
room! If you need a minute to prepare for a competition or even a moment of
solitude, you have the opportunity to do so in the quiet room.

In My Own Words Building II - 3032

Rawan Elbaba
Representation matters. For too long, people have told stories of others, with-
out actually knowing what their lived experiences are. No more: it’s time for us
to take control of our own narratives. Join Rawan Elbaba, a Digital Associate
Producer at PBS NewsHour as she shares why creating our platforms, finding
our voices, and sharing our narratives is essential to shaping our identities and
living authentically.

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Activities & MISTalks (SUNDAY)

11:00 - 12:30 PM Main Session

Humility in the Limelight Ballroom

Abrar Omeish
“Humble politician” seems like an oxymoron, but that’s where Abrar Omeish
comes in. Running as a candidate for the Fairfax County School Board, Abrar
is charged with the responsibility of advocating on behalf of herself and her
community to ensure that education is equitable and enriching for all young
people in Fairfax County. This enlightening workshop will focus on how
humility takes the conversation from personalities to policies, from
rhetoric to results, and from soundbites to service.

2:00 - 3:00 PM MISTalks E

Self Love & Humility, How to Balance the Two Ballroom

Yasmin Elhady
How you treat yourself when you reflect on your flaws, mistakes or inade-
quacies? Do you tend to be more accepting and forgiving or more harsh on
yourself? What is the difference between self-love and narcissism? How do you
maintain humility while loving yourself? Where do you draw the line between
narcissism and self-love? Join relationship guru Yasmin (@yasguru) in this
interactive discussion.

Revolution Building II - 3062

Jose Acevedo
Empathy, humility, compassion, and mercy are often concepts that are left
out of the discussion of social justice. Does humility allow you to better un-
derstand how someone could have justice administered fairly? How can we
advocate and establish justice, while still embodying mercy? Come join us in
this workshop as we take lessons from Islamic history and learn how to center
mercy and humility in our fight for justice.

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MISTalks (SUNDAY)
Resilience in Turbulent Times Building II - 3032

Hena Zuberi
How do we stay resilient during times of adversity? Drawing from the Quran,
stories of the Prophets and the Sahaba, our esteemed speaker Hena Zuberi
will share ways that we can empower ourselves and delve into what it means
to be a spiritual activist.

3:00 - 5:00 PM MISTalks F

Healthy Headspace Building II - 3032

Zainab Jackson, Psychotherapist

Life can be hard, and the struggle is real. As our lives become busier and our
world more chaotic, it’s sometimes hard to find time to center ourselves and
check in. Sometimes in our darkest of times, we are the hardest on ourselves.
Join us for this interactive mental health workshop with psychotherapist Zainab
Jackson as she addresses common mental health issues, introduces us to risk
factors and warning signs, teaches us how to help ourselves and others in
difficult situations.

5:45 - 6:15 PM Chant Off Ballroom

6:15 - 7:30 PM Townhall

MIST Townhall Building II - 3062

Naeem Baig and Abdiaziz Ahmed

We, the MIST organizers, want to talk to you! We are looking for new and
seasoned MIST competitors to come to this session and have an open, honest
conversation about what it takes to put MIST together, what MIST means to you,
and what we can do to grow.

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CAMPUS MAP

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BUILDING II MAP

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BUILDING III MAP

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FOOD OPTIONS
If you plan to bulk order for teams, you cannot
distribute the meals on campus. It must be removed
from the buildings and outdoor common area.

Pizza Roma is able deliver bulk

orders at a discounted price.
(301) 982-2551
9805 Rhode Island Ave
College Park, MD 20740

Orders for the day should be placed before 10:30 AM

USG cafe will be serving a limited
amount of Halal lunch meals at a
discounted price, first come-first
serve, cash only.
USG cafe will also be serving coffee
for a cash-only discounted price
Saturday morning.

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SPONSORS

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 SPECIAL THANKS
In Islam, we are constantly reminded to be grateful to
our Creator, and His creation. We at DC MIST strive to put
on the best possible tournament for our participants. Any
success we have is all thanks to the blessings of Allah, our
participants, and the following:

The friends/families of our competitors,

volunteers, and organizers

The DC/MD/VA community

Our speakers

Our volunteers

Our judges

GW Muslim Student Association

The Universities at Shady Grove

The Universities at Shady Grove staff

Our gracious sponsors

...and YOU!

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INFORMATION

View this program online with

LIVE updates on competitions at
www.dcmist.com/live

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ADDENDUM A (WRITING &
ORATORY/ SISTERS QURAN SLOTS)

COMPETITION SLOT A SLOT B SLOT C SLOT D

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5825-53146 5775-37793 5628-40189
5825-52533 5748-45570 5857-44090
5748-52529 5503-50526
5914-53727 5821-32163
5501-39595 5611-52415
5793-52097
5562-32335
5562-53658
5579-50984
5477-43882
SPOKEN WORD 5818-52449
5818-50800
5497-50348
5628-53088
5766-47640
5554-53092
5838-53155
5857-53550
5864-36994
5482-44922

5748-52016 5523-38910 5748-44343 5628-53621

5492-52567 5775-51854 5492-52567 5740-51528

EXTEMP SPEAKING 5579-52955

5670-52322
5791-48342
5492-44867
5621-47939
5621-50858
5645-37707
5781-37921
5786-53574
5821-53009

5521-38265 5790-52019

5748-52009 5791-53098
5512-52146 5821-53079
5579-36907 5766-44610
5790-52462 5838-52749
5477-52276 5480-52988
5497-50549 5504-53200
5547-53122 5863-53190
5554-51306 5628-53583
5517-32061 5740-51528
SISTERS QURAN (LV.1) 5517-37662
5836-53159
5621-51302
5821-45941
5520-39682 5628-40189
5748-51817 5857-44090
5562-52233 5836-53159
5477-52455
5477-51519
5477-52732
5670-52192
5670-51971
5885-53008
5821-52984

*If you do not see your number listed find an

organizer and let them know. OR if you missed your
slot, please go to the next slot!

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ADDENDUM B (PRAYER ROOM)

ALL WEEKEND Building III - 2230

This room is availible throughout the weekend for
anyone who was unable to pray in congregation
at the mentioned prayer times.

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AWARDS
The
Ceremony
april 21
DOORS OPEN

4:30 PM

lisner auditorium
730 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052

PURCHASE HERE
bit.ly/dcmistAC2019
$15 For MIST participants,
admission is FREE.
*You must bring your
General
Admission MIST ID*