Association of Emory Muslim Alumni (AEMA)
Background
The Association of Emory Muslim Alumni (AEMA) was born out of the heartfelt friendships, bonds, and sense of community present among Muslim students at Emory University. The concept was realized during the Spring of 1995, and nurtured for three years before it was finally actualized on June 9, 1998. AEMA is the first officially recognized Muslim alumni association in the United States of America.
Mission Statement
The vision of the Association of Emory Muslim Alumni is to coordinate alumni to represent the interests of Muslim alumni at Emory, support the activities of Muslim students currently at Emory and facillitate the networking of Emory Muslim alumni.
Activities
AEMA services its membership, Emory University and the Muslim community in many ways. Since its inception, AEMA has hosted three successful Reunions in Atlanta, GA gathering alumni from across the country. Among its many other activities, AEMA has brought well-known speakers to Emory on issues relating to Islam, sponsored training workshops on student leadership, presented career development forums and placed many undergraduates in internships and jobs across the country.
Haider Shamsi Award for Islamic Studies
The Haider Shamsi Award for Islamic Studies (HSAIS) was formulated as a legacy to celebrate the treasured memory of Dr. Haider Shamsi. HSAIS seeks to promote Islamic education and to foster the growth of the Muslim American community. Established by Emory Muslim alumni in the Spring of 1999, HSAIS recognizes outstanding character, academic excellence and social contribution among Muslim students. Criteria for the Award include community service, writing ability, and leadership skills. For more information on the award, please visit www.hsais.org.
AEMA Leadership
Isam Vaid '93Ox, '95C, '99PH, Executive Director
Khurram Baig '00C, President
For more information on AEMA, please visit www.aema.us or contact Adnan Zulfiqar at azulfiq@alum.emory.edu
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