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Date: May 15th, 2012

Time: 6:00pm Dinner, 6:30pm Lecture

Venue: American Islamic College Room 123

Title:   ”Knowledge of Self: Hip Hop and Islam in America”

Su’ad Abdul Khabeer is an assistant professor of Anthropology and African American Studies at Purdue University. She received her PhD in Cultural Anthropology from Princeton University and her BSFS from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service. In her research she uses ethnography and performance art to explore the intersection of race, religion and popular culture. Her most recent work explores the ways young Chicago Muslims negotiate their religious, racial and cultural identities through hip hop. Her future projects will look at the relationship between sound, blackness and Islam in America and the role of Muslim hip hop in US cultural diplomacy efforts. In addition to her academic writing and publications, her poetry was featured in the anthology Living Islam Out Loud: American Muslim Women Speak. She has a commitment to public scholarship and has written for the Washington Post, theRoot.com and blogs for the Huffington Post. She is also a Senior Project Advisor for the US Public Television award-winning documentary, New Muslim Cool.

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Time: 6:00pm Dinner, 6:30pm Lecture

Venue: American Islamic College Room 123

Title: “Why everyone should know the Ottomans”

Why were Bosnians the victims of genocide in the Balkan wars of the 1990s?
What are the roots of the Arab Israeli conflict as well as the rise of
autocratic governments in the Middle East? What explains the recent
religious revival in Turkey today?

One cannot understand any of these issues without knowing the historical
background of the Ottoman Empire. This lecture will offer a brief
overview of one of the most significant and powerful empires in the Western
World. The Ottoman Empire was not only the last of the great Muslim
empires, but it was one of the most important contributors to the
development of Western history and the Middle East.

Professor Nizamuddin is Adjunct Professor at Loyola University of Chicago.
He previously taught at Elmhurst College. Professor Nizamuddin has lectured
on various aspects of Inter-religious dialogue and Islamic thought and
history. He has been involved in inter-religious dialogue for over 20
years. Recently, he was invited to give the annual Response to the forum
on World Religions and Inter-religious dialogue by the Theological
Consortium of Greater Columbus along with Bishop Demetrios of Mokissos,
Chancellor of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago. In 2004, he was
invited along with Dr. Eboo Patel to deliver a paper at the 2nd
Inter-Religious Dialogue Conference in Istanbul, Turkey.

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Time: 6:00pm Dinner, 6:30pm Lecture

Venue: American Islamic College Room 123

Title:  A New Historical Model and Periodization for the Perception of the Sunnah of the Prophet and His Companions.

Volkan Yildiran Stodolsky was born and grew up in Istanbul, Turkey.  He received his undergraduate education at Bates College, graduating Summa Cum Laude and with honors in History.  As a Beinecke fellow, he completed his M.Phil. degree in Classical and Medieval Islamic History at Oxford.  At the University of Chicago, he studied in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, completing an M.A. degree and his Ph.D. dissertation, which was recently accepted with honors.  In 2008 he went to Syria as a Fulbright fellow to conduct research concerning the Hanafi school of Islamic law.

Volkan had the opportunity to study classical Islamic texts with Arab, Turkish, and Indian ulama.  He benefited from the lessons of Dr. Nur al-Din Itr and his student Dr. Isam Eido, the blind scholar Ḥassan al-Hindi, and Muhammad Naim al-Araqsusi in Damascus; Mehmet Savas, Ahmet Akın Cıgman, Seyyid Ahmet Gezer, and Abdurrahman Ercan Elbinsoy in Istanbul; and Mufti Mohammed Amin Kholwadia in Chicago.  Volkan’s research interests include Islamic law and legal history, historiography, the instrumental Islamic sciences (syntax, semantics, logic, and rhetoric), Hadith and its methodology, Islamic theology (especially the Maturidi school), and Sufism.

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Time: 6:00pm Dinner, 6:30pm Lecture

Venue: American Islamic College Room 123

Title: Islam and Democracy: The Turkish experience

Mustafa Akyol is a columnist for two Turkish newspapers, Hurriyet Daily News and Star.

His articles have also appeared in Foreign Affairs, Newsweek, Washington Post and Wall Street Journal.
He studied political science and history at the Bogazici University in Istanbul, where he still lives.
His book, Islam without Extremes: A Muslim Case for Liberty, an argument for “Muslim liberalism,” was published by W.W. Norton in July 2011.
There will be “book sale and signing”
  

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American Islamic College Summer ESL Program will start on June 4th and end on August 27th.

The monthly fee of the course is $500.

You can enroll in the course any week during the program.

The program includes 12 hours of classroom study each week at AIC campus.The program is divided into three levels (Low Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced), each with two classes: Speaking-Listening, Reading-Vocabulary.

Course work may include communicative activities, discussions, cultural readings, listening/speaking exercises, games, and videos that will help and enhance your learning experience.

AIC campus includes a beautiful garden and it is 5 minutes walking distance to Lake Michigan. AIC’s beautiful location will allow us to perform some of our classes outdoors to make your learning experience over the Summer more joyful.

Cost:

Course fee: $500 per month

Room: $ 400 per month (Optional)

Board: $ 450 per month, includes 2 meals a day (Optional)

1 day a week field trips/excursions: $150 per month (Optional)

Monday-Thursday Class Schedule

For more information please contact AIC at:

773-281-74700

In addition to class time, students will participate in practical activities, such as Arabic Calligraphy, Journalism club, Theater, Film Screenings, Literature clubs, Qur’anic understanding, Music, and more.  There will also be led excursions where students will learn more about Arabic & Islamic cultures.  It is strongly encouraged that students live on campus at the AIC dormitory for the full immersion experience.  The learning that takes place outside of the classroom through the scheduled activities, which are all conducted in the Arabic language, serve as an integral part of the educational experience and is what makes the Arabic immersion program different from the Arabic intensive program.
Have fun while learning Arabic through this enjoyable summer language program!   This program is open to students ages 16 and up.  For more information, please contact AIC at 773.281.4700 or email info@aicusa.edu

DATE: June 11th, 2012 – August 3rd, 2012

5 days a week

All classes meet Mon.-Thurs. 9am-2pm; & Fri. 9am-1pm

All classes will break at 11:45am-12:45pm for Lunch
(Students will also receive 10 minute breaks as allocated by the instructor)

ELEMENTARY, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED levels offered

Course Fee: $3,000

(includes, Non-refundable application fee, course fee, room & board, & textbooks)

Student ages 16+ may apply

Application deadline – May 30th

Pay Program Fee here

Program Fee: $5,000

Included in this Program Fee:

Course Fee: $3,000 (includes Non-Refundable Application Fee: $125.00)
Room & Board: $2,000
Texts: $120.00

Refund Policy:
1st day by 2:30pm Full Refund
2nd day Partial Refund of 50%
No Refunds after 2nd day

AIC Dormitory
Move-in Dates: Saturday, June 9th & Sunday, June 10th

Mandatory ORIENTATION for students, parents are welcome: Sunday, June 10th at 4:00pm followed by a Dinner Social at 5:00pm

Students must pay a security deposit for the room & key.  It will be returned to them in full after they depart from campus at the end of the program, should there be no damages.  Students are responsible for bringing their own bedsheets, pillows, towels, shampoo, etc.

Cafeteria Service Hours

Breakfast: 7:30am-9:30am

Lunch: 11:30am-1:30pm

Dinner: 5:00pm-7:30pm

Every class will contain a Review section; Drills; Grammar & Vocabulary; Quizzes & Tests; Writing, Speaking, & Reading Comprehension
Elementary	Elementary Arabic will begin with the introduction of the Arabic alphabet.  Students will learn to recognize the letters in their initial, medial, and final forms, as well as transcribe its sounds, and practice pronunciation.  Students will spend no more than 10 days on this section.  Students will then be introduced to Al-Kitaab I as the main text for the course.  Students will complete complete Al-Kitaab I in the program’s elementary level.	Texts: Alif Baa Al-Kitaab I Hans-Wehr Dictionary
Intermediate	Intermediate Arabic will introduce Al-Kitaab II and complete the text in its entirety by the end of the program.  The instructor will provide supplemental materials and readings for the student’s growth in reading comprehension and conversation.	Texts: Al-Kitaab II Supplemental Readings Hans-Wehr Dictionary
Advanced	Advanced Arabic will introduce Al-Kitaab III and complete the text in its entirety by the end of the program.  The instructor will provide supplemental materials and readings for the student’s advancement in reading comprehension, writing, and conversation.	Texts: Al-Kitaab III Supplemental Readings Hans-Wehr Dictionary
Mandatory Activities for all Three LevelsBetween the hours of 4:00pm-5:00pm Mon. Wed. & Thurs. (Special Activities subject to change depending on Special Events & field excursions)*Arabic Calligraphy ClubJournalism ClubTheater ClubMusic ClubLiterature Club Qur’anic Tafsir Club Cooking Club     Tutors Elementary Level 1st week: Games to enhance the learning of the Arabic Alphabet and vocabulary,   such as: Pictionary & Scavenger Hunts around campus. *Intermediate & Advanced Levels Students will provide tutoring to the Elementary level; Help create activities for the   other groups as part of their activity Movie Screenings (Optional) Film/TV screenings Sun. 7:00pm-9:00pm

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When: April 28th, 2012 @ 6:30pm

Where: American Islamic College 640 W. Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL. 60613

Admission: Free

*Free Limited Parking at 640 W. Irving Park lot & 613 W. Bittersweet Pl lot

AIC is hosting its first Intercultural Show in April to celebrate the diversity.  It is a dynamic intercultural program, which intends to commemorate the vibrant diversity of Chicago’s ethnic and cultural communities.  This celebration will enrich our understanding of Chicago’s multicultural heritage in hopes of painting a deeper appreciation for America’s colorful cultural landscape. We invite you to take part in celebrating Chicago, its history, and its people.

Bosnian Folk Dance

Polish Wici Dancers

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White & The Jesse White Tumblers

Indonesian Consulate Dance Group

Tsukasa Taiko

Mexican Dance Ensemble

Sponsored by:

Video of The Jesse White Tumblers:

Indonesian Consulate Dance Group

About Indonesian Saman Dance:

UNESCO officially recognized Aceh’s traditional Saman Dance as an intangible
element of world cultural heritage during the sixth session of UNESCO’s
Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural
Heritage in Bali on November 24, 2011.

“Saman” the most popular dance in Aceh (western most of Indonesia) and the dance
that has become well-known abroad with the name “Thousand hands”. It has its
origin from the Alas ethnic group and is normally performed to celebrate the
birthday of the Prophet Muhammad and other important occasions. Eight to twenty
male performers kneel in a row on the floor and make different kinds of torso
movements accompanied by songs, clapping hands, slapping chests, slapping hands
on the floor, etc. The songs are praises to Allah or prayers. The dance starts
with slow movements and increases its tempo gradually to great speed and
finally come to a sudden stop..

National Bosnian Folklore Society of Chicago

Tsukasa Taiko Drummers:

Polish Wici Dancers

RSVP by April 21st
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Go to Dawud Wharnsby’s Site

The Consultant would advise the Interim Executive Council and, when needed, the Board of Trustees, of the College on relevant procedural issues, and assist in preparing applications, clarifications and explanations, to the authorities concerned, and in following up the progress of the applications to them.

The incumbent would be a university graduate with many years experience in College administration, and familiarity with relevant processes of the Illinois Board of Higher Education. The position carries adequate compensation.

Applicants may contact the Chairman, Interim Executive Council by e-mail (yurtsever@aicusa.edu) or phone (773) 281-4700.

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Date: March 28th, 2012

Time: 6:00pm Dinner, 6:30pm Lecture

Venue: American Islamic College Room 123

Title: AN ALLY’S JOURNEY; STANDING UP TO STEREOTYPING, ISLAMOPHOBIA, XENOPHOBIA & “APPEARANCE-ISM”

Anya Cordell, Recipient of the 2010 Spirit of Anne Frank Award,
was a beauty-obsessed teen who grew into a passionate and powerful spokesperson against intolerance, “appearance-ism” (appearance-based judging) and the designating of any group as “Other”. We are susceptible to fashionable attitudes as well as to fashion, and these attitudes can become destructive stereotypes. Anya’s unique journey as a Jewish woman, standing against post 9/11 Islamophobia and xenophobia, demonstrates how we can truly bridge cultural barriers, recontextualize current media messages, and create effective initiatives against bias, all while reclaiming our own worth and esteem. A program for all groups, (and ages, from adolescents to adults), that will transform your view of yourself and others, and inspire you in surprising ways.

Bio:

Anya Cordell is a speaker and writer, using the universal
experience of the injustice of “appearance-ism” (appearance-based
judging of ourselves and others), as a core issue to inspire everyone to
combat all types of bias, (see www.Appearance-ism.com). She founded
The Campaign for Collateral Compassion, to raise awareness of the
post 9/11 backlash against Muslims, Sikhs, Hindus and others and the
murders of innocent members of these groups. She is also the
author of RACE: An OPEN & SHUT Case, which unravels
traditional presumptions of what we call “race”, named among the
“books to change your life” by N’Digo Magazine, and author of the
acclaimed piece, “Where the Anti-Muslim Path Leads.”

Anya’s writing and work has been featured in many media, including the
Washington Post, USA Today, ABC-tv’s “Someone You Should
Know”, Chicago Public Radio, The Chicago Tribune, Dallas
Morning News, Tikkun, Chicago Jewish News, Common Ground News
(Search for Common Ground), Patheos.com, IslamophobiaToday.com, American
Muslim Radio 360, Radio Islam, Mindful Metropolis, and many more.