dc mist 2016 program

APRIL 1-3, 2016THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

WASHINGTON, DC

MESSAGE TO OUR GUESTS

Welcome,

The DC MIST Organizers

MEET THE ORGANIZERS

Regional DirectorChancey Gannett

Associate DirectorMariam Eltoweissy

Competitions ChairWidad Zenhom

Program ChairOmar Nassimi

Marketing ChairZahin Hasan

Registration ChairZahra Salhan

Finance ChairAdam Kareem

Logistics ChairEhson Kashfipour

ArtsSalwa Shan

Writing & OratoryKhadija Zaidi

Writing & OratoryAlireza Saboori

Group ProjectsHajur El-Haggan

Group ProjectsAfza Khan

MIST BowlNour Al-Mutahsib

Improv.Sajidah Arefian

Knowledge & QuranAzraf Ullah

Knowledge & QuranAnmol Azhar

DebateNigah Mughal

AdvisoryJamal Aladdin

Tournament SupportZoha Tafaghodi

Graphic DesignerYousaf Salim

WebmasterAhmad Rana

CommunicationsAnam Tariq

Graphic DesignerSana Shah

WebmasterSemiat Aina

ProgramsAaliah Elnasseh

ProgramsAllaa Sayf

RegistrationTashnima Sikder

RegistrationKheira Benkreira

LogisticsLyna Merzoug

VolunteeringAmal Sinnokrot

VenueRafay Ahmad

ProgramsShani Banks

ProgramsSumayyah Taufique

Attendance at any MIST competition, workshop (MISTalk), or activity is a privilege.

The policies apply to all students, adults, and authorized persons attending the

tournament. Participants shall respect all rules and practices at all times. Partici-

pants 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 ex-

pense. Participants and other authorized individuals attending the DC MIST 2016

Regional Tournament automatically accept terms and conditions outlined in the

MIST 2016 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/con-

cerns may be directed to a volunteer. Any matters requiring escalated involve-

ment 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. Par-

ticipants should be prompt and prepared for all activities. Participants are re-

quired 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 done in a

professional manner.

Prohibited ActionsProhibited 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 (including the hallways, non-MIST buildings, etc.), regard-

less of the presence of a coach/chaperone. A student engaging in the use of

slurs against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ances-

try, 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, and competition-ap-

propriate clothing throughout the tournament weekend.

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

sent the release of any photographs, video footage, and names for promotional

and media purposes.

TOURNAMENT CONDUCT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

SPEAKERS

MISTalksMISTalks

VENUE INFORMATION

TEAM HUBS

CAMPUS MAP & FOOD GUIDE

ACTIVITY LOCATIONS

AWARDS CEREMONY

SPONSORS

SPECIAL THANKSSPECIAL THANKS

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Marvin

Duques 103

Duques 108

Duques 359

Continental Ballroom

301, 302, 307-311,

402-404, 407, 413

Funger 208-210, 220-223

Duques 151, 250

Scholastic Bowl Prelim.

Debate Prelim.

Brothers Improv Prelim.

Sisters Improv Prelim.

Math Pre-Test

Friday Night Activities

8:00 - 10:45

8:00 - 10:15

8:00 - 11:00

8:00 - 11:00

8:00 - 9:15

8:00 - 10:45

Marvin 413-414Coaches Orientation7:00 - 7:30

FRIDAY, APRIL 1st

204 (Brothers)

350 (Sisters)

Phillips 510

Phillips 414B

Phillips 415

Phillips 416

Rome

Extemp. Essay

Original Oratory

Spoken Word

Extemp. Speaking

Quran

2:00 - 3:30(Slot B)

2:00 - 3:30(Slot B)

2:00 - 3:30(Slot B)

2:00 - 3:30(Slot B)

2:00 - 3:30(Slot B)

201, 202, 204,

206, 350, 351

Phillips 414B, 415-417

Rome

Phillips 414B

Phillips 415

Phillips 416

Rome 204

Rome 350Rome 350

Marvin 309-311

Marvin 301, 307, Grand &


Debate Quarter Finals

Bowl Quarter Finals

Original Oratory

Spoken Word

Extemp. Speaking

Brothers Quran

Sisters QuranSisters Quran

MISTalks Set 1

MISTalks Set 2

10:00 - 11:00

10:00 - 11:00

10:00 - 11:00

11:00 - 12:30

11:00 - 12:30(Slot A)

11:00 - 12:30(Slot A)

11:00 - 12:30(Slot A)

11:00 - 12:30(Slot A)

11:00 - 12:30(Slot A)

SATURDAY, APRIL 2nd

Marvin 307

Marvin 407

Marvin 407

Phillips 414B

Marvin 301

Philllips 415

Rome 201, 202, 204Rome 201, 202, 204

Phillips 416, 417

Rome 351

Rome 350

Rome 206

Grand & Continental

Ballroom

Photography

2D Art

3D Art

Fashion Design

Graphic Design

Scrapbook

Bowl SemifinalsBowl Semifinals

Debate Semifinals

Brothers Improv. Semi.

Sisters Improv. Semi.

Math Semifinals

Activity with UMR

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:45

5:00 - 6:005:00 - 6:00

5:00 - 6:00

5:00 - 6:00

5:00 - 6:00

5:00 - 6:00

5:00 - 6:45

Phillips 414B

Phillips 415

Phillips 416

Marvin

Rome 204

Rome 350

Marvin 301, 307,

Grand Ballroom

301, 302,

307, 308

Marvin 301, 307, Grand &


Original Oratory

Spoken Word

Extemp. Speaking

Knowledge Tests

Brothers Quran

Sisters Quran

MISTalks Set 3MISTalks Set 3

MISTalks Set 4

2:00 - 3:30

3:30 - 4:30

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

3:30 - 4:30(Slot C)

SATURDAY, APRIL 2nd (cont.)

SATURDAY, APRIL 2nd

Grand Ballroom


Marvin 308

Marvin 413-414

Marvin 307

Marvin 311

AmphitheatreAmphitheatre

Brothers Nasheed*

Sisters Nasheed**

Community Service

Social Media

Business Venture

Science Fair

Short FilmShort Film

*Spectators Allowed

** Female Spectators Only

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:30

11:30 - 12:3011:30 - 12:30

SUNDAY, APRIL 3rd

Grand Ballroom


Marvin 308

Marvin 413-414

Marvin 307

Marvin 311

AmphitheatreAmphitheatre

Grand Ballroom

Marvin 413-414

Marvin 307

Grand Ballroom

Marvin 308

Brothers Nasheed*

Sisters Nasheed**

Community Service

Mobile Apps

Business Venture

Science Fair

Short Film*Short Film*

Brothers Improv. Finals*

Sisters Improv. Finals**

Debate Finals*

Bowl Finals*

Math Finals

2:00 - 3:00

2:00 - 4:00

2:00 - 4:00

2:00 - 3:00

2:00 - 4:00

2:00 - 5:00

2:00 - 3:002:00 - 3:00

3:00 - 4:00

3:00 - 4:00

4:00 - 5:00

4:00 - 5:00

4:00 - 5:00

SUNDAY, APRIL 3rd (cont.)

*Spectators Allowed

** Female Spectators Only

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS (cont.)

MISTalks

Life is Bigger Than Us

Grand Ballroom

Profession Photographer Ridwan Adhami has travelled arond

the world in the past few years working with Islamic Relief.

Join him as he discusses his journey, things he's seen, things

that effected him, and what it's like to live a life of a photgra-

pher and relief worker.

How to be a Changemaker

Marvin 307

If you think you can't be a superhero, think again. Changemak-

er Reem Rahman Kareem is here to share with you the se-

crets of the trade so you, too, can be changemaker. Put on

your capes and get ready to learn about how to be an agent of

change in your community, country, and the world.

Muslim Youth in America Today

Marvin 301

How do you balance being Muslim in modern America? Do

you have to pick one over the other? Why is this generation

forced to change? Come finally get these important questions

answered and discuss much more!

Mental Health


Myths, stigma and stereotypes abound when it comes to

mental health and mental illness. The reality is, our mental

health is just as important as our physical and spiritual health.

Come to this workshop to gain some insight into ourselves,

learn coping skills and discuss ways in how we can all work to-

wards become the best version of ourselves.

Pop Culture & Islam

Grand Ballroom

How is it possible to balance staying in tune with all of today's

pop culture, engaging in it, while also remaining true to being

Muslim? It seems like we have to make a choice sometimes

between joining what's "cool" or joining the Muslim crowd.

How to be a Skyscraper

Marvin 301

Every human being has the capacity to reach incredible

heights, yet many of us lead lives of quiet desperation. Join

Qasim Kazmi in a discussion about how to reach your poten-

tial and be the best version of yourself possible -life is too short

for anything less.

Blessed are the Strangers

Marvin 311

“Islam began as something strange, and it will return to being

something strange, so give glad tidings to the strangers."

Islam was meant to reform society - to establish a system of

justice in the midst of the chaos. So what does Islam have to

say about priviledge, racism, feminism, etc.?

Activity with UMR


United Muslim Relief is an organization dedicated to bringing

relief and support to those in need. Join this service-oriented

workshop to meet those who work on the front lines of this or-

ganization, and find out how you can make a difference.

MISTalks (cont.)

Empowered Women

Marvin 307

“Here’s to strong women. May we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.” Join us for an all women's leader-ship workshop to celebrate, share and be inspired by Musim women who are leaders and changemakers. Who runs the World?

How to Find Your Art

Grand Ballroom

Join Professional Designer and Photographer, Ridwan Adhami, along with Youtube filmmaker, Ali Baluch, as they dis-cuss how they got to be where they are. Learn how they found their artistic voice, and how YOU can find your own artistic voice and live a creative life as a Muslim

Social Justice and Solidarity

Marvin 301

Throughout history, Muslims have been leaders in social jus-tice, but are we still doing our part in standing up for a just so-ciety? This talk is a must-listen for those interested in learning about aiding the oppressed, confronting rascism, fighting against sytemic injustice, and dealing with privilege.

How to Change the World


Do you have what it takes to change the world? Your time may be limited, but the research has already been done for you. Join Reem Rahman Kareem and Adam Kareem as they show you the ropes of how to be a changemaker.

Real Talk

Marvin 301, 307

What are YOU thinking about, dreaming about, spending a lot of time on these days? Join your peers in this open discussion to meet others, share ideas, and see where we're all heading.

United Muslim Relief

Grand Ballroom

Join this service-oriented workshop to meet those who work on the front lines of this organization, and find out how you can make a difference.

The Race Against Time

Grand Ballroom

After playing Division 1 Basketball, Omari Grey has travelled a lot iof the world in search of knowledge and getting closer to Allah. In a world pressed for time and trying to become who we want and do what we want, how do we focus on accom-plishing more and staying true to ourselves and our deen?

The Race Against Time


In our closing session, join Shaykh Abdul Rafaa as he explores the question of "what do we next after MIST?" How do we start this journey of becoming who we want to be, being suc-cessful, and also getting closer to Allah?

TEAM HUBS

Marvin 302 Clarksburg CoyotesGhaziya GirlsMCS HawksRobinson SecondaryWootton PatriotsStuartStuart

Marvin 407Al-QalamFalls ChurchHayfield HawksMMLC RM Rockets

Marvin 402-404ISB (Arlington Baptist School, Catons-ville, Dunbar High, Eastern Tech, Howard, Milford Mills, Mount Saint Joseph, Western Tech, Woodlawn High School), Marshall

Marvin 311Fityah (Atholton, Centennial, Hebron MSA, Marriotts Ridge, River Hill)Manassas MISTBustersGar-field High School Indians

Marvin 310BladensburgBowie High SchoolDuVal High SchoolEleanor Roosevelt High SchoolISA FalconsISA FalconsWT Woodson MSA

Marvin 307DelMarva Muslim CommunityMarvin 308Benjamin Banneker HighElizabeth Seton High SchoolFairfax High SchoolJohn F. Kennedy High SchoolJohn F. Kennedy High SchoolMcLean M&MsNorthwest Deen ChampsPaint Branch PanthersPG All StarsSmithsburg High SchoolTeam BlairTeam SpringbrookTeam SpringbrookWestfield High SchoolWildcats

Marvin 307 and 309ADAMS (Briar Woods MSA, Chantilly CharADAMS (Briar Woods MSA, Chantilly Char-gers, Dominion, Herndon MSA, Mad Musli-mahs, Oakton High School, Park View Patri-ots, Potomac Falls Panthers, Rock Ridge Phoenix, South Lakes, Teej MSA, West Springfield HS Spartans)

Marvin 301Elizabeth Seton High SchoolMcLean M&Ms Northwest Deen Champs Paint Branch Panthers PG All StarsTeam Blair Team Blair Team Springbrook Westfield High SchoolMarvin 307 Clarksburg Coyotes DelMarva Muslim Community Marshall MCS HawksMCS HawksStuart

Grand BallroomADAMS (Briar Woods ADAMS (Briar Woods MSA, Chantilly Chargers, Dominion, Herndon MSA, Mad Muslimahs, Oakton, Park View Patriots, Poto-mac Falls Panthers, Rock Ridge Phoenix, South Lakes, Teej MSA, West Springfield Teej MSA, West Springfield HS Spartans)Al-Qalam FairfaxFalls ChurchHayfield Hawks Manassas MMLC RM RocketsRobinson SecondaryWoodson

Continental BallroomISB (Arlington Baptist School, Ca-tonsville, Dunbar High, Eastern Tech, Howard, Milford Mills High, Mount Saint Joseph, Western Tech, Woodlawn High School)Benjamin Banneker HighBladensburg Bowie High SchoolFityah (Atholton, Centennial, Hebron MSA, Marriotts Ridge, River Hill)DuVal High School Eleanor Roosevelt High School Gar-field High School Indians Gar-field High School Indians Ghaziya Girls ISA Falcons John F. Kennedy High School Smithsburg WildcatsWootton PatriotsContinental BallroomISB (Arlington Baptist School, CatonsISB (Arlington Baptist School, Catons-ville High School, Dunbar High, East-ern Tech, Howard High School, Mil-ford Mills High, Mount Saint Joseph, Western High School, Woodlawn High School)BladensburgBowie High SchoolFityah (Atholton High School, Centen-nial High School, Hebron MSA, Marri-otts Ridge High School, River Hill)DuVal High SchoolEleanor RooseveltGhaziya GirlsISA Falcons Marvin 311 - Benjamin Banneker High, Fairfax, Gar-Field High,

John F. Kennedy High, Robinson Secondary, Wildcats, Wooton Patriots

Grand BallroomADAMS (Briar Woods MSA, ChanADAMS (Briar Woods MSA, Chan-tilly Chargers, Dominion , Herndon MSA, Mad Muslimahs, Oakton, Park View Patriots, Potomac Falls Panthers, Rock Ridge Phoenix, South Lakes, Teej MSA, West Springfield HS Spartans)Al-QalamFalls ChurchHayfield HawksManassasMMLCRM RocketsWoodson

Marvin 307Clarksburg CoyotesDelMarva Muslim CommunityMarshallMCS HawksStuartMarvin 308Elizabeth Seton High SchoolMcLean M&MsNorthwest Deen ChampsPaint Branch PanthersPG All StarsTeam BlairTeam BlairTeam SpringbrookWestfield High School

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CAMPUS MAP & FOOD GUIDE

Parking AvailableI Street between 21st and 22nd St.

H Street between 22nd and 23rd St.

Au Bon Pain $ (1 block from Marvin)2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NWBakery

Beefsteak $$ (2 blocks)800 22nd St. NWVegetarian and Vegan

Burger, Tap & Shake $$ (3 blocks)Burger, Tap & Shake $$ (3 blocks)2200 Pennsylvania Ave. NWAmerican, Burgers

Cafe Aria $ (3 blocks)1917 F St. NWCafé, Pizza, Sandwiches

Capitol Grounds Coffee $ (1 block)2100 Pennsylvania Ave NW2100 Pennsylvania Ave NWCoffee

Chipotle $ (1 block)2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NWFast Food

Chop’t Creative Salad Co. $ (3 blocks)1821 Pennsylvania Ave NWSaladSalad

The Perfect Pita $ (1 block)2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Pitas

PoppaBox $ (2 blocks)1928 I Street NW

Asian Fusion

Potbelly $ (3 blocks)Potbelly $ (3 blocks)616 23rd Street NW

Sandwiches

Roti $ (2 blocks)2221 I Street NW

Mediterranean

Starbucks $ (1 block)2130 H Street NW 2130 H Street NW

Coffee

Sweetgreen $$ (2 blocks)2221 I Street NW

Salads

Uptowner Cafe $ (2 blocks)2023 G Street NW

SandwichesSandwiches

Crepeaway $ (3 blocks)2001 L St. NW

Crepes

Devon & Blakely $$ (2 blocks)2200 Pennsylvania Ave NW

Deli, Soup, Sandwiches

Domino’s Pizza $ (2 blocks)Domino’s Pizza $ (2 blocks)2029 K St NW

Pizza

Dunkin Donuts $ (3 blocks)616 23rd St NW

Donuts

GW Delicatessen $ (2 blocks)2133 G St NW2133 G St NW

Deli

Lindy’s Red Lion & Bon Apetite $ (1 block)2040 I Street NW

Burgers, Sandwiches

Paul Bakery $$ (1 block)2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Bakery

** Note: Please do not deliver to the Marvin Center. All food brought to the Marvin Center must be individually packaged, and not part of a bulk order (i.e. boxes of pizza)

ACTIVITY LOCATIONS

MAIN VENUECloyd Heck Marvin Center

800 21st Street, NWWashington, DC 20052

SOCCERCapital Sportsplex

10011 Good Luck Road10011 Good Luck RoadGlenn Dale, MD 20769

BASKETBALLMontgomery Blair High School

51 University Blvd. E.Silver Spring, MD 20901

Walter Johnson High School6400 Rock Spring Drive6400 Rock Spring Drive

Bethesa, MD 20814

AWARDS CEREMONYLisner Auditorium

730 21st Street, NWWashington, DC 20052

6:00 PM6:30 PM6:35 PM6:40 PM6:55 PM7:02 PM7:12 PM7:12 PM7:20 PM7:30 PM7:35 PM7:55 PM8:00 PM

Doors OpenShow StartsOpening TalkKnowledge & QuranArtsWriting & Oratory1st Place Original Oratory1st Place Original OratoryBracketsSponsor MessageIntermission/MaghribResume Show1st Place Spoken Word

8:10 PM8:20 PM8:35 PM8:40 PM8:50 PM8:55 PM9:00 PM9:00 PM9:05 PM9:15 PM9:30 PM

Group Projects1st Place Short FilmSponsor Message1st Place Br. NasheedSportsChangemaker AwardInfluential Youth AwardInfluential Youth AwardSlideshowOverall WinnersEND SHOW

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