Monthly Archives: May 2014

The cultural studies approach to this class and this portfolio of artworks encourages individuals to delve into all aspects of Muslim society. This approach, we have studied rituals, recitations, mosques and various forms of artwork ranging from the work of … Continue reading →

During week 13, we read The Reluctant Fundamentalist. It was during this last week of classes that I truly recognized the importance of global solidarity. All individuals are susceptible to radicalization based on instability in their daily life. As shown … Continue reading →

After taking this course, I have learned, and I hope others learn, that there is much more to Islam than what is explicitly stated in the Qur’an. As a Religion Concentrator, I have studied various religious theory stating that religion is … Continue reading →

During week 12, we read various different poems, one of which spoke about the liberation of women in female Urdu poetry. In the introduction of the poems, Rukhsana Ahmad discusses how women are perceived in Urdu poetry. He states that … Continue reading →