Subcommittees
CU ISoc Subcommittees 2024-25
ISoc is involved in a wide range of activities and our subcommittees make this possible. If you have enquiries or suggestions, please feel free to contact the Head of any subcommittee below.
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Access
Head: Abdullah Nadeem
Supports prospective Muslim applicants applying to university, through online mentoring, access open days, and mock interviews. Visit our Access Programmes page for more information.
Members: Hamzah Iqbal, Sarah Misraoui, Sophia Choudhury, Zamry Rizwan
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Alumni Relations
Head: Saqif Chowdhury
Maintains the ISoc alumni network so those that have graduated can remain in contact and continue being part of the ISoc family.
Members: Maisha Hossain, Muhammed Khan
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Believe and Do Good
Head: Sahar Mujli
Believe and Do Good is a campaign which runs throughout February to benefit the local community and help us spread the message of Islam through acts of kindness and community service.
Members: Ata Elbizanta, Fatema Hakim, Mahi Ahmed, Manaal Khan
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Biennial Dinner
Head: Amna Farooq
CUISoc's Biennial Dinner stands as a cornerstone among our flagship events, bringing together our esteemed community of current and alumni members. The subcommittee plays a pivotal role by engaging with alumni, securing sponsors, and planning the dinner itself.
Members: Hibaak Aden, Mohammed Elyass, Salmah Elwerfalli, Sheymae Abdulkader, Uzair Khan, Yusuf Salad
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Careers
Head: Sharafiab Chowdhury
Focused on enhancing the career prospects and skills of the Muslim community through informative careers panels and events.
Members: Jakaria Uddin, Barakah Shoubaki, Mohammed Yaseen
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Charity
Head: Jiyaad Ali
Responsible for organising Charity Week, which involves cake sales, the Snowdon hike, fundraising events and the Charity Dinner & Auction.
Members: Ali Asif, Ashruf Guenaoui, Ayesha Karim, Hawa Dar, Minnat Allah Mohammed, Mirsab Danyal, Muhammad Yusuf Khalil, Rumlah Yaqub
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Community & Outreach
Head: Sahar Mulji
Works to serve the local community through outreach projects. This includes organising the weekly Homeless Outreach for ISoc members to volunteer and help in handing out food and hot drinks.
Members: Ayesha Karim, Sheikh Abiaz Afzal, Shahid Abdelrahman
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Design
Head: Rija Imran
The hub of creativity lies here with the design subcommittee; the creators behind the incredible posters used throughout our social media!
Members: Salmah Elwerfalli, Adam Khan
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Events
Head: Yosef Abdelhalim and Imaan Bhaiji
Responsible for ensuring ISoc events run smoothly, from booking venues to providing refreshments and helping run the engaging circles for everyone’s benefit.
Members: Muhammed Tahmid Shahid, Asiya Ramjan, Ibrahim Rajah
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Explore Islam Week
Head: Yosef Abdelhalim and Imaan Bhaji
The EIW Subcommittee is responsible for organising and planning the flagship events and initiatives (such as the staple EIW Exhibition and Open Mic Night) that characterise Explore Islam Week; a week where we work to show the beauty of Islam to the Cambridge community at large. The subcommittee plays a role in the pre-events brainstorming and shaping, as well as spearheading the on-the-ground implementation.
Members: Adam Safi, Jiyaad Ali, Muhammad Abdul Gafoor, Sarah Misraoui
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Graduate Reps
Head: Shihab Ahmed
Dedicated to enhancing the university experience for graduate students, and ensure the presence of ISoc is maintained outside term-time to provide for those who stay in Cambridge.
Members: Sakib Ahmed, Maha Al-Haddad
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Iftar
Head: Hamzah Iqbal
Involved in working to serve our community by providing CUISoc members subsidised iftar meals during Ramadan.
Members: Annisa Meutia Ratri, Fatema Hakim, Kifayaat Ahmed, Mohammed Elyass
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Interfaith
Head: Yosef Abdelhalim and Imaan Bhaiji
Responsible for liaising with other faith societies, as well as organising events aimed at promoting interfaith relations, such as Explore Islam Week during Lent term.
Members: Muhammed Hasan Lone
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Jummah
Head: Abrar Hassan
In charge of organising prayer mats, and ensuring the smooth running of the weekly ISoc Friday Prayer.
Members: Sakib Ahmed, Abdulkarim Alsayed Ramadan, Zeeshan Tabassam, Muhammed Abdullah Chisti
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Muslimah Week
Head: Abrar Hassan
This subcommittee is responsible for the organisation of Muslimah week, a week centred around the celebration of legendary Muslimah, both past and present through a range of socials and events.
Members: Alisha Mafaas, Bishakha Alam, Samayah Hussain
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Prayer Room
Head: Abrar Hassan
Responsible for maintaining and the regular cleaning of the ISoc Prayer Room.
Members: Aadhil Shafique, Aalim Kalam, Madeeha Farhat, Mahi Ahmed, Samayah Hussain, Sobaan Mohammed
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Socials
Head: Shihab Ahmed
From the more causal Prayer Room chills to the more sophisticated garden parties, this subcommittee organises plenty of socials to help its members relax when university work gets stressful.
Members: Aadam Iftikhar, Asiya Ramjan, Sarah Omer
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Social Media
Head: Muntaha Chowdhury
Manages posts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and makes them available for viewing so you don’t miss out on our amazing events!
Members: Zain Ali, Shadia Shahab
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Sponsorship
Head: Amna Farooq
Aims to raise supporting funds from sponsors for ISoc’s events such as the Access Conference, Charity Week, Explore Islam Week and Ramadan.
Members: Imman Hussain
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Tech Team
Head: Hamzah Iqbal
Involved in the handling of the general maintenance of the website as well as dealing with technical issues.
Members: Riyad Ahmed, Taha Ahmed
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Welfare
Head: Abrar Hassan
To look out for the well-being of students, and are their first point of call with regards to any worries. We are always here to help, so if you have any questions don’t hesitate to get in touch! Visit our Welfare page for more information.
Members: Ebru Gurbuz, Sobaan Mohammed