Before the war, long before she ever imagined living anywhere else, UCLA Psychobiology student Afnan Gabir woke up each day to the sound of her name being called from downstairs. The voices of neighbors drifted through open windows, the market buzzed in the distance and the Nile hummed softly behind the city. In her world,…
Not all worship is meant to be seen.Some of it lives in silence, tucked inside the folds of ordinary days. It’s in the way we whisper Bismillah before starting something new, or in the way we forgive someone without ever telling them. Worship doesn’t always echo through a mosque. Sometimes it’s a quiet conversation with…
When I interviewed Paul Wolff, a Holocaust survivor who has dedicated his life to spreading a message of peace and empathy, I felt the profound weight of the history he carries and the lessons he has to offer. Born in 1929 in Hamburg, Germany, Paul grew up in a world that quickly spiraled into darkness…
Starting university is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially for a new Muslim student at UCLA. Thankfully, there are amazing resources and helpful tips that will make your journey smoother and more fulfilling. If you’re looking to strengthen your connection to your faith and find a community that shares your passions,…
The Golden Age of Islam, which spanned from the 8th to the 14th centuries, remains an amazing source of inspiration and a beacon of incredible advancements across numerous disciplines. This era inspires a deep desire in many Muslims, including myself, to have lived through such a transformative time. In this period, cities like Baghdad, Cordoba,…
In the ever-evolving landscape of media, a major divide persists between Sunni and Shia Muslims, diverting attention away from what brings the two sects together. Yet, it is vital to acknowledge the differences as a pathway to enhance our understanding of different interpretations, rather than relying on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. Over the…