Faith and belonging
MSIS provides space to explore Islamic teachings, ask questions, and find encouragement in a community grounded in mercy, respect, and collective responsibility.
Our story
A campus home for Muslim students
MSIS began as a student initiative to provide a supportive environment for Muslim students at UiS. Today, we champion faith-informed student life through programming, advocacy, and collaboration across the university.
At a glance
Inclusive, student-led, future focused
We are a non-profit, politically independent organization. Everything we do is guided by our members and grounded in the core values of Islam: compassion, knowledge, and community care.
- Founded 2014 by Muslim students at UiS
- Affiliations Collaboration with UiS, SiS, and StOr
- Focus Spiritual development, social connection, dialogue
Purpose and principles
MSIS is open to every Muslim student at the University of Stavanger. We design programs that support personal growth and proudly invite non-Muslim peers into respectful dialogue and shared learning.
Student voice
We represent Muslim perspectives within UiS decision-making, liaise with StOr, and work with SiS to ensure student welfare services respond to our community’s needs.
Shared learning
Dialogues, panel talks, and study sessions invite friends across beliefs to learn together and challenge stereotypes through authentic conversations.
Constitution snapshot
Guiding commitments
Our constitution outlines how MSIS is structured, how decisions are made, and how we uphold accountability. It emphasises independence, transparent finances, and the importance of building bridges with the wider student environment.
- Mission Promote understanding of Islam, nurture the spiritual and social wellbeing of Muslim students, and encourage civic engagement.
- Membership Open to every Muslim student currently enrolled at UiS with equal voting rights at the General Assembly.
- Governance Annual General Assembly elects the board and reviews activities, budgets, and strategic plans.
Collaborative approach
MSIS values cross-campus partnerships. We coordinate with UiS administration, SiS, student chaplaincy, and peer organizations to co-create events and advocate for inclusive facilities and services.
Through joint initiatives we demonstrate how Muslim students contribute thoughtfully to the broader university life and to Stavanger’s multicultural identity.
Board structure
A dedicated volunteer board leads MSIS each academic year. These roles work closely as a team and are supported by committees and volunteers.
President - Samir Hussain
Provides strategic direction, represents MSIS in official forums, and ensures our activities reflect the needs of members and the values of Islam.
Vice President - Salavat Melhi
Coordinates internal operations, facilitates board meetings, and supports partnerships with UiS offices, SiS, and other student organizations.
Treasurer - Altin Krasniqi & Massil Ait-Saadi
Oversees budgets, grant applications, and financial reporting while reinforcing MSIS’s status as a transparent non-profit association.
Public Relations Lead - Tasya Amalia Putri
Crafts communications across social media, newsletters, and campus outreach, ensuring our messaging stays inviting and informative.
Activity Planners - Anoosha Qureshi
Design educational and social programmes, coordinate volunteers, and handle logistics such as venues, catering, and accessibility considerations.