Haider Shamsi Award
About the Award
Haider Shamsi Award for Islamic Studies (HSAIS) seeks to promote Islamic education and to foster the growth of the Muslim American community. Established by Emory University 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.
HSAIS is governed by Emory University, housed in the Department of Middle Eastern and South Asian Studies, and instituted through the Association of Emory Muslim Alumni (AEMA). HSAIS is currently the only Islamic studies award available to Muslim students at Emory University. It was formulated as a legacy to celebrate the treasured memory of Dr. Haider Shamsi.
For more information please visit http://www.hsais.org
Previous Recipients
2004-2005: Mominah Usmani (1st Place), Ridwan Khan (2nd Place)
2002-2003 Saima Arshad (1st Place), Rana Khandekar (2nd Place)
2000-2001 Sophia Ansari (1st Place)