23May
2013

Real Talk: Self-Confidence, Not Arrogance

Real Talk: Self-Confidence, Not Arrogance

For a while, I had a hard time understanding what the difference was between self-confidence and arrogance. I was always worried about going from low self-confidence to high, and then going too far and end up being arrogant.

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23May
2013

Bassem Youssef: A Revolutionary Satirist

Bassem Youssef: A Revolutionary Satirist

Youssef is pushing at the boundaries of freedom of expression in Egypt and voicing the frustration many have with Egypt’s leaders and institutions.

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May 15, 2013

Real Talk: Opportune Times

Real Talk: Opportune Times

Inspiration for this blog entry comes from two sources: the movie Good Will Hunting and college acceptance season. Both are examples for us to reflect on the opportunities we have and capitalize on them.

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May 14, 2013

It All Starts with a Smile

It All Starts with a Smile

Always have a smile ready for those around you and always give people seventy excuses.

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May 8, 2013

New USAC Slate Let’s Act! Seeks to Address Diversity and Affordability

New USAC Slate Let’s Act! Seeks to Address Diversity and Affordability

USAC elections are underway. Let’s Act!

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May 7, 2013

The Power of Ideas

The Power of Ideas

Stories of successful, talented young entrepreneurs are all over the web. Many of us have looked at these entrepreneurs and thought to ourselves, “I could have done the same thing.” How do they do it?

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May 1, 2013

Real Talk: How to Maintain Daily Remembrance

Real Talk: How to Maintain Daily Remembrance

Khurram Murad has written a great book entitled In the Early Hours (a highly recommended read) in which he discusses the remembrance of God. He shares four points to help us remember God.

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April 29, 2013

Android Apps for the Muslim Student

Android Apps for the Muslim Student

The Android edition of Apps for the Muslim Student

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April 17, 2013

Real Talk: Teamwork

Real Talk: Teamwork

This installment of Real Talk will present examples to show why Muslims need to work as a team in today’s world. The concepts of embracing unity, accepting your role, sharing common interests, and serving as ambassadors of our religion will be mentioned.

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April 11, 2013

Real Talk: Everything Counts

Real Talk: Everything Counts

This edition of Real Talk addresses the importance of taking every action we do seriously. Whether small or big, we are held accountable for everything we do.

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The Power of Ideas

May 7, 2013 6 comments
The Power of Ideas

Stories of successful, talented young entrepreneurs are all over the web. Many of us have looked at these entrepreneurs and thought to ourselves, “I could have done the same thing.” How do they do it?

Continue Reading →

Bassem Youssef: A Revolutionary Satirist

May 23, 2013 1 comment
Bassem Youssef: A Revolutionary Satirist

Youssef is pushing at the boundaries of freedom of expression in Egypt and voicing the frustration many have with Egypt’s leaders and institutions.

Continue Reading →

Real Talk: Self-Confidence, Not Arrogance

May 23, 2013 0 comments
Real Talk: Self-Confidence, Not Arrogance

For a while, I had a hard time understanding what the difference was between self-confidence and arrogance. I was always worried about going from low self-confidence to high, and then going too far and end up being arrogant.

Continue Reading →

Real Talk: Don’t be the Judge

January 30, 2013 10 comments
Real Talk: Don’t be the Judge

In this week’s edition of Real Talk, I will reflect on the pervasive act of judging others, something we struggle with constantly. No one is free of this sin. It is critical that we realize when we judge others, we are doing so in order to curb ourselves. Judging has a significant effect on the victims of the act.

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