Executive Committee
CU ISoc Executive Committee 2024-25
Shura (شُورَىٰ) is the Arabic word for mutual consultation. It is of such importance in Islam that a chapter of the Quran is named after it: Chapter of the Mutual Consultation (Chapter 42). In the 38th verse Allah SWT is describing the believers and mentions that they are those who have their affairs determined by consultation among themselves.
Following this Quranic advice we are open to any and all suggestions and questions so don’t feel shy to contact us on the emails linked to the role names below, In Shaa Allah (Allah willing). Hover or tap on each committee member picture for a short description as well!
If you’re unsure who to contact then please fill in a general contact form on our Contact Us page.
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
My name is Yusuf and I am a second year medic at Fitzwilliam College. Since beginning at University, my engagement with ISoc has allowed me to deepen my understanding of Islam as well as form friendships with countless amazing people. ISoc has the potential to provide this experience to every Muslim at Cambridge and so I hope to ensure that it does so insha’Allah.
My role as president is to oversee the committee and set the direction for the society. I will also manage ISoc’s external relations. I aim to ensure that ISoc serves its members in the most holistic way possible as well as wholeheartedly support the committee members in carrying out their roles.
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“And put forward to them the example of the life of this world, it is like the water (rain) which We send down from the sky, and the vegetation of the earth mingles with it, and becomes fresh and green. But (later) it becomes dry and broken pieces, which the winds scatter. And Allah is Able to do everything.” [18:45]
Yusuf Izhac
President
Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh!
My name is Muntaha, I’m a second year medic at Newnham College and your Vice President for the upcoming year insha’Allah.
ISoc has become core to my university experience, almost without me realising it. It is within this community that I have made some of my fondest memories and strongest friendships, things that have been both transformative and grounding whilst navigating the new and unfamiliar environment of university as a young Muslim. It is the community and warmth that I have felt in my time here that I hope to build on in our growing student body.
As Vice-President, my role involves overseeing the Shura and all of our internal activity. I pray that as a Shura we can serve our community and, most importantly, please Allah SWT over the course of this year.
Please get in touch if you have any questions or concerns, or even just to say hello - we are here for our members whenever they need us!
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”How could He not know His Own creation? For He alone is the Most Subtle, All-Aware.” [67:14]
Muntaha Chowdhury
Vice-President
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
I’m Zeeshan, a 2nd Year Engineer at Corpus Christi College, and I will serve as your Operations Officer this year.
ISoc has been the heart of my Uni experience; it’s the motivating factor which has kept me going and fulfilled my spiritual and social needs. It has placed barakah in my time, and enabled me to develop a stronger Imaan through the many events and talks. To top it off, the community is impeccable - and we wish to welcome as many people as possible to unite with us!
As Operations Officer, my role is to aid with the efficient handling of the society, and to help ensure that your events run smoothly. I aim to be an approachable member within the community and I am more than willing to help out with any concerns/issues!
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“This worldly life is no more than play and amusement, but far better is the ˹eternal˺ Home of the Hereafter for those mindful ˹of Allah˺. Will you not then understand?” [6:32]
Zeeshan Tabassam
Operations Officer
Assalamu Alaikum Warahmathullahi Wabrakathuhu!
I’m Alisha, a first-year historian at Newnham College, and I’ll be your secretary for the next year insha’Allah.
ISoc quickly became central to my life at university, both in its spiritual and social aspects. It has been a nurturing place for me to further explore my faith, but also one that holds my now dearest friends, who uplift me as I hope to uplift them. It is with this intention of creating such a safe space for our Muslim community in Cambridge that I step into my role.
As secretary, I handle the admin work of the society, lend a helping hand to the rest of Shura and overall, act as an approachable figure for the members of the society to confide in. I love to meet new people, so please say hello if you see me around and get in touch if you have any questions.
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“And one of His signs is the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the diversity of your languages and colours. Surely in this are signs for those of ˹sound˺ knowledge.” [30:22]
Alisha Mafaas
Secretary
Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh!
I’m Tariq, a second year economics student at King’s, and insha Allah I will be serving as your treasurer for the upcoming year.
Alhamdulilah, ISoc has been integral to my university experience.I have been able to develop spiritual and social connections with many of the brothers, and I am forever grateful to the ISoc for this. I intend on maintaining this same environment for the future of the ISoc.
As treasurer, my role will be to manage all financial aspects of the society, and support my fellow Shura members so that they can keep doing the amazing work that they do. Please do reach out to me if you have any queries or even advice.
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“Have they not then observed the sky above them, how We have constructed it and beautified it, and how there are no rifts therein?” [50:6]
Tariq Aziz
Treasurer
Assalamu alaykum!
My name is Samayah, and I am a second-year medic at Newnham college, and your Student Affairs Officer for this year.
Before moving to university, I was apprehensive about finding my people, but Alhamdulillah ISoc has given me a community I will always be grateful for. My time, thus far, has been filled with so much warmth and many wholesome memories, an experience I wish for every member. ISoc has been an anchor for me, and so it is my pleasure to give back.
As your SAO, my roles involve overseeing the ISoc prayer room, the weekly running of Jumma, and looking after the welfare of the community. Throughout university, there can be many challenges, but I want you to know that I will always be a listening ear, so please do not be hesitate to reach out <3
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“So Glorified is He (above all taint), in Whose hand is the governance of everything and to Him you will all be brought back (in the end).” [36:83]
Samayah Hussain
Student Affairs Officer (SAO)
Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh
My name is Tahmid, I'm a second-year medic at Fitzwilliam College and In'Sha'Allah this year's Brothers' Socials Officer.
ISoc has been a gift to me in various ways and has been the heart of my university life, whether that be through late-night conversations in the prayer room or summiting Mount Snowdon while my lungs were actively failing me (PS wouldn't recommend hiking Snowdon while you have the flu). The society provides uncountable blessings and opportunities to do good, while also allowing you to form some of your closest friends.
As Brothers’ Socials Officer, I'll be working with the Sisters' Socials Officer Asiya and Shura to develop socials that unite members for the sake of Allah. It is a role that brings our fast-growing community together. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions!
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“The Messenger has believed in what was revealed to him from his Lord, and [so have] the believers. All of them have believed in Allah and His angels and His books and His messengers, [saying], ‘We make no distinction between any of His messengers.’ And they say, ‘We hear and we obey. [We seek] Your forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the [final] destination.’”[2:285]
Tahmid Shahid
Brothers’ Socials Officer
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
My name is Asiya, I am a second year Mathematician at Murray Edwards and your Sisters Socials Officer for this year InshaAllah! I work with Tahmid to try and plan socials that are fun, engaging and help bring our community together, creating a space for both brothers and sisters to form long lasting and meaningful connections that will serve them in this life and the Hereafter InshaAllah. We have lots of fun and exciting things planned so do come along to any and all socials- InshaAllah together we will create some of the best socials you have ever attended, and try to maintain the warmth and community that ISoc has provided for us since we joined. If you have any questions about socials, Cambridge or just want to have a chat I’m always happy to talk and love making new friends :) come say hello and I hope to see you at lots of the socials this year!
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“He is˺ the One Who created me, and He ˹alone˺ guides me.” [26:78]
Asiya Ramjan
Sisters’ Socials Officer
Assalamu alaykum warahmatullahi wabarakathuhu,
My name is Nabeel, I'm a second year medic at Emmanuel and I (alongside Fazil) am your Events Officer for this year!
ISoc has played a huge part in uplifting and inspiring me during my time at university. At the heart of its identity lies the variety of spiritual events it offers throughout the year, uniting people with different stories who share a desire to improve themselves and please their Creator. In essence, it is our collective pursuit of the true Straight Path that elevates us beyond any ordinary society.
My aim is to work with Fazil and the rest of Shura in creating steps towards this Path through events tailored to the spiritual needs of both our brothers and sisters. In doing so, I hope to emulate the noble efforts of my predecessors so that we, as a community, are brought ever closer to Allah.
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“And ˹surely˺ your Lord will give so much to you that you will be pleased.” [93:5]
Nabeel Abdul Rasheed
Events Officer
Assalamu alaikum. My name is Fazil, a first year chemical engineer at Selwyn and I, along with Nabeel, will be your events officer for the coming year in-sha-Allah.
ISoc has been an integral part of my life at university. It is where most of my socialising would take place, meeting a lot of my friends at the ISoc socials, and essentially, it was where I would go to maintain and improve my imaan, in a place where this could quite easily be lost. The events served as an opportunity for me to strengthen my connection with Allah and as a reminder of my true purpose on this earth which is why I decided to become an events officer in the first place.
My aim is to organise events which inspire members to develop a passion in exploring Islam showcasing its magnificence and how leading an Islamic life brings eternal peace and prosperity in-sha-Allah
May Allah grant us all a fruitful year ahead full of memories and laughter. Ameen😁
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“And if all the trees in the earth were pens, and the sea, with seven more seas to help it, (were ink), the words of Allah could not be exhausted. Lo! Allah is Mighty, Wise.” [31:27]
Fazil Khan
Events Officer
Assalamu alaikum!
My name is Saphia and I’m a first year historian at Lucy Cavendish College. Alhamdulillah, I will be your Publicity Officer this year!
Without fail, each day at ISoc has put a smile on my face and further opened my heart to Islam. Our blessed community is held dear to us all and gives us a well-deserved break from our degrees.
As your Publicity Officer, I will be sending weekly emails to notify you about the upcoming week with us. I will be updating you all on events on Instagram and be messaging you through the WhatsApp chats!
Feel free to reach out to me with any queries or concerns at any time! You will probably catch me at events trying to get the best pictures/videos and encouraging you to join in! With your help, I wish to show the beauty of the Cambridge Muslim brother and sisterhood to current and aspiring Muslim students.
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“O believers! Seek comfort in patience and prayer. Allah is truly with those who are patient.” [2:153]
Saphia Arshad
Publicity Officer
Assalamu alaikum,
I’m Adam, a second year mathmo at Lucy Cavendish College, and I will be your Designs Officer for the upcoming year.
Making an effort to involve myself with Isoc over the past two years has been the best decision I have made at university. As someone who spent most of their life abroad, ISoc has allowed me to forge strong friendships and reintegrate into the Muslim community in the UK. After having conversed with countless brothers (especially on morning walks!), I have been inspired by their levels of Ikhlas to improve myself as a Muslim and step outside of my comfort zone, whilst having a lot of fun along the way.
My goal as Designs Officer is to convey the society in a positive light and encourage students to engage with the society. In my designs, I aim to highlight the beauty of traditional Islamic art whilst also appealing to the contemporary viewer. Since the role of designs officer has historically been a highly female-dominated position, I also hope to impart some of my own personality into my designs and prove that brothers can also enjoy art!
Beyond my position, I hope to be an approachable and friendly member of the Isoc community, so please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you would simply like someone to talk to :)
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“Verily in the remembrance of Allah do souls find rest” [13:28]
Adam Khan
Design Officer
Assalamualaikum!
I’m Yosef, a second-year lawyer at Corpus Christi.
There is no society comparable to ISoc for me. It has been a place where I have secured friendships for life alhamdulilah. I’ve truly learnt so much just by being part of this blessed community.
As Ex-Officio, my role is to be there however I can for the executive committee. Whether as an advisor, supporter, or just an extra hand, I will insha’Allah be there for the ISoc community as much as I can.
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“For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And honour your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your care, never say to them ˹even˺ ‘ugh,’ nor yell at them. Rather, address them respectfully.
And be humble with them out of mercy, and pray, “My Lord! Be merciful to them as they raised me when I was young.” [17:23-24]
Yosef Abdelhalim
Ex-Officio