Spiritual Non-Fiction

This Craigslist Ad states a need for "original, exciting POETRY and PROSE in two catagories: a) the lives and b) the teachings of the likes of: Moses, Buddha, Jesus, Ganesha, Kali, Nanak, etc. (open to suggestions on any great spiritual teacher/guru)."

This opportunity is open to students in certain types of MA or PhD programs (not sure if this is an absolute requirement) and offers both financial compensation ($25-$200) and a by-line.

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Journalism Scholarships Available for Muslim Students

The TMO Foundation is pleased to announce five scholarships to students in journalism and communications.

The first prize carries $1500, the second $1,000 and the third $750. Additionally, two more scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to students in need of financial subsidy to pursue education.

Students can choose any of the following essay topics:

1) Why do I want to be a journalist?

2) What does it mean to be a Muslim journalist?

3) What are some of the most serious issues that the Muslim American community faces in the USA?

4) What is the most effective way to counter “Islamophobia”?

5) How should Muslim American youth be involved in debates about policy?

6) How should Muslim Americans relate with the rest of the Muslim world?

7) How can Muslim Americans become an effective and dynamic part of the American pluralism?

Deadline: March 15, 2010

Click here for more information about the scholarships.

Contest Sponsored by Azizah Magazine

Azizah Magazine is sponsoring a writing competition having the theme:

My Role Model: Muslim Women in Modern Times who Inspire

Entrants must be high school or college students attending school in the United States.

First Prize is $1000 plus publication in the magazine.

Click here for additional information and guidelines.

Short Film Competition

The MSA (Muslim Students Association) at Virginia Commonwealth University is sponsoring a short film competition (open to Muslim students).

Read more about the competition here.