About MSA
What does the MSA stand for?
The "MSA" stands for the "Muslim Students' Association"
What is the mission of the MSA?
The MSA mission can be summarized in 3 points:
-To create a unified body of UW Muslims,
-To facilitate the practice of Islam on-campus, and
-To raise an awaresss of Islam and its teachings in the UW community.
How do I contact the MSA Execs?
Your MSA Executives can be contacted at www.uwmsa.com/execs
What sort of activities does the MSA do?
The MSA has tons of activities that you can be a part of. Whether it's the weekly Halaqas (study circles), termly lectures, brothers' bash, sisters' party, dinners, and much more!...there is always something for everyone. For a sample MSA events schedule, please visit www.uwmsa.com/calendar and scroll through the months.
Where can I find out more about the MSA policies?
All MSA policies are located in the MSA Constitution and the MSA Handbook. They are located in the 'Administration' tab in the menu above.
Does the MSA have an office?
Yes, alhamdulillah, the MSA does have its very own office. It is located in SLC 2119, Office #12 in the Student Life Centre (SLC) above the Imprint's Office. If you cannot find the Office please click here
For detailed information regarding the Office/Library, please visit www.uwmsa.com/office
How do I become a member of the MSA?
Please visit www.uwmsa.com/membership for details on how to become an UW-MSA member
How can I join the MSA mailing list?
Very easy. Click here and fill in the information!
Housing
Where can I find Muslim housing in Waterloo?
Please check the MSA Housing Board at www.uwmsa.com/housing
Campus Prayer Areas & Local Mosques
Are there any prayer rooms on-campus for Muslims to pray in?
There are many prayer spaces on-campus which Muslims can use for their daily prayers. For more information on prayer spaces on-campus, please visit www.uwmsa.com/prayer
Are there any mosques close to UW?
The closest mosque to UW is Waterloo Masjid. It is a 10min bike ride to the mosque from the Student Life Centre (SLC). For more information on local mosques, please www.uwmsa.com/mosques
Are there daily prayers offered on-campus? Friday Prayers?
Daily prayer congregations are offered for all prayers on-campus. For timings, please check the MSA frontpage regularly.
Friday Prayers are offered at three different times on-campus. The 12:30pm Friday Prayer is organized by the UW Muslim Grads, and the 1:30pm and 2:30pm Friday Prayer is organized by the MSA. Please check the MSA frontpage regularly for further details on times and locations.
Food
Does UW have Halal food oncampus?
Yes, currently UW serves Halal food in many places oncampus! There is a wide range of meals offered for Muslim students containing Halal meat. Check out www.uwmsa.com/campushalal for more info.
Are there any Halal restaurants/meat/grocery stores closeby?
Almost all Halal restaurants in Waterloo are located in the University Plaza---a 5min walk from campus. For complete listings of Halal restaurants/meat/grocery stores, please check www.uwmsa.com/halal
Academics
Where do I buy books for my courses?
Textbooks can be purchased from the UW Bookstore. Please click HERE for their website.
You can also purchase inexpensive course textbooks from the Used Bookstore. Please CLICK HERE for the Used Bookstore website
Travel
How is the bus service at UW/Waterloo?
The bus service in Waterloo and surrounding areas is referred to as the Grand River Transit (GRT). Starting Fall 2007 all full-time undergraduate students will be able to use the GRT service just by flashing their WATCARD. No more hassles with loose change or buying bus tickets! Every full-time undergrad student pays a non-refundable fee at the beginning of every term for this GRT service.
How do I get to the GTA?
You can use the Greyhound bus service to get to the GTA. You can purchase a Greyhound bus ticket from Turnkey. Please check the Greyhound schedule on the Turnkey desk.
Is there a cheaper way to get to the GTA besides Greyhound?
Yes! FEDS Bus is cheaper. FEDS Buses leave UW campus on Friday afternoon and arrive back to UW campus Sunday evening. You can purchase tickets for the FEDS Bus directly at the FEDS Office. Please ask Turnkey for any further questions on the FEDS Bus.
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