Sydney University Muslim Students' Association (SUMSA)

Sydney University Muslim Students' Association (SUMSA) Sydney University Muslim Students Association (SUMSA) is the formal student body representing Muslim students on campus.

What started off as a humble effort by a small group of Muslim students and staff in the summer of 1972 has flourished into an integral part of every Muslim studying at the University of Sydney. Muslim students in the beginning of SUMSAโ€™s fruitful history, was largely comprised of international students from Malaysia, Indonesia and Bangladesh who required the establishment of Jummuโ€™ah prayers. So by the will of Allah, our first Annual General Meeting in the summer of 1972 adopted the SUMSA constitution and elected our primary office bearers. The following years saw an influx of Muslim students, contributing to the growing need of a permanent prayer room and events catering to spiritual and educational development. In 1975, there was a unique rotational system for training purposes, where each SUMSA member had to take turn in acting as a Khateeb, Imam and Mu-Addin, building not only public speaking dexterity but also sermon preparation skills. This was further carried out by established Friday night study circles and regular lunchtime talks and seminars on religious topics and current affairs. The year of 1990 saw the successful attainment for a small but permanent room from the Studentโ€™s Union for Zuhur and Asr prayers, committee meetings and for maintaining the SUMSA office. Yet this was not sufficient for the ever growing Muslim population on campus. Thus followed the allocation of two permanent rooms in the Old Teachers College as prayer facilities. Today, SUMSA continues to host weekly halaqaโ€™s, dawah stalls and the annual Islamic Awareness Week. The number of attendees at Friday prayers have increased close to 500, with the shura working constantly to meet the ever growing needs of the community.

These are all of the weekly events SUMSA holds to foster the brotherhood on-campus! ๐Ÿ’ชTUESDAYFaith Revisited: A Halaqa Se...
24/02/2026

These are all of the weekly events SUMSA holds to foster the brotherhood on-campus! ๐Ÿ’ช

TUESDAY
Faith Revisited: A Halaqa Series - Learn about our beautiful deen, from Ramadan to Islamic history to tazkiyah โ˜
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musalla
๐Ÿ•‘ย 12PM-Dhuhr
๐Ÿ• Pizza Included! (After Ramadan of course ๐Ÿ˜‰)

THURSDAY (TWO EVENTS!? ๐Ÿ‘€)
Tilawah: From Alif To Hifdh - Regardless of your reading level, master your recitation and tajweed ๐Ÿ“–
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musalla
๐Ÿ•‘ย 1:20PM-2:45PM

Tazkiyyah with The Book of Assistance: Purify yourselves as we go through the diseases of the heart, and how to cure them โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musalla
๐Ÿ•‘ย 3PM-4PM

Hereโ€™s what to look forward to on-campus every week!MONDAYDawah Stalls - Come down to spread the word of Islam and enhan...
24/02/2026

Hereโ€™s what to look forward to on-campus every week!

MONDAY
Dawah Stalls - Come down to spread the word of Islam and enhance your dawah skills ๐Ÿ—ฃ
๐Ÿ“Œ Cadigal Green
๐Ÿ•‘ย 10AM-3PM

FRIDAY
Fiqh Class - TBA after Ramadan!

These are all of the weekly events SUMSA holds to foster the sisterhood on-campus! ๐ŸคฉMONDAYSistersโ€™ Halaqa - Increase you...
24/02/2026

These are all of the weekly events SUMSA holds to foster the sisterhood on-campus! ๐Ÿคฉ

MONDAY
Sistersโ€™ Halaqa - Increase your knowledge, strengthen your faith and connect the sisterhood under the mercy of Allah (SWT) ๐Ÿซถ
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musallah
๐Ÿ•’ 4PM-5PM

WEDNESDAY (fortnightly)
Tajweed Class - For sisters who require assistance in learning the recitation of the Quran ๐Ÿ“–
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musallah
๐Ÿ•• 2PM-3:30PM

THURSDAY (fortnightly)
Tea & Tazkiyah: Purifying the Heart - Reflect on the diseases of the heart, share personal insights and lived experiences, and discuss practical ways to work on our hearts over a cup of tea! โ˜•
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musallah
๐Ÿ• 2PM-3PM

FRIDAY
Surah Kahf Circle - Come together on our blessed Fridays to recite Surah Al Kahf โœจ
๐Ÿ“Œ Storie Dixson Musallah and Zoom
๐Ÿ•– 12PM

Starting the semester strong ๐Ÿ’ชLast week, SUMSA took part in O Week, with our stalls hosting a variety of activities incl...
24/02/2026

Starting the semester strong ๐Ÿ’ช

Last week, SUMSA took part in O Week, with our stalls hosting a variety of activities including henna ๐Ÿ–Œ, spin the wheel ๐Ÿ†, Islamic QnAโ“๏ธ, freebies ๐Ÿคฉ, and so much more!

We were also very honoured and proud to have Olive by Maryam provide us with keffiyehs and veils to showcase Palestinian identity on-campus! ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ธ May Allah SWT reward you for your generosity and support โค๏ธ

Thank you to everyone who volunteered, to the new students we met along the way, and to anyone who popped by during this exciting start to semester 1! ๐Ÿค

๐ŸšจTARAWIH WILL NOT BE PRAYED ON-CAMPUSThis Ramadan, tarawih salah will NOT be prayed on-campus.๐Ÿ•Œ Tarawih will be prayed a...
18/02/2026

๐ŸšจTARAWIH WILL NOT BE PRAYED ON-CAMPUS

This Ramadan, tarawih salah will NOT be prayed on-campus.

๐Ÿ•Œ Tarawih will be prayed at nearby masjids, such as:

- Erskineville Mosque: 9:25PM Isha

- Redfern Mosque: Just after Isha adhan

- King Faisal Mosque: 9:30 Isha*

- Al Hijrah Masjid: 10 minutes after adhan

* Commencement of Taraweeh is subjective to individual moonsighting practices

๐ŸŽช O WEEK STALLS STARTING TOMORROWStarting tomorrow, SUMSA will be joining O Week with a stall for all Muslim students to...
17/02/2026

๐ŸŽช O WEEK STALLS STARTING TOMORROW

Starting tomorrow, SUMSA will be joining O Week with a stall for all Muslim students to visit and enjoy the variety of activities, from Islamic trivia ๐Ÿ•Œ, to keffiyeh and hijab stations, to freebies that you ๐Ÿซต can enjoy!

We are so excited to reunite with some familiar faces, while also meeting new ones too โœจ๏ธ See you all tomorrow, inshaAllah!

๐Ÿ“… Starting tomorrow, 18th to 21st of February
๐Ÿ•“ 9AM-4PM
๐Ÿ“ Stall 40, Near Eastern Avenue, USYD

Returning to the Fitrah: *Sisters' Meet & Greet* ๐ŸŒฟJoin us in the garden to prepare our hearts for Ramadan๐ŸŒ™. A warm refle...
16/02/2026

Returning to the Fitrah: *Sisters' Meet & Greet* ๐ŸŒฟ

Join us in the garden to prepare our hearts for Ramadan๐ŸŒ™. A warm reflective space where you can bond with other sisters ๐Ÿ’•, realign intentions ๐Ÿ”Ž, rebuild habits ๐Ÿงฑ and enter Ramadan with focus instead of routine ๐ŸŒŸ.

We'll also be sharing SUMSA's new and improved Ramadan Planner ๐Ÿ“– that will not only help you stay consistent throughout the month but will help you with the year to come. ๐Ÿ’–

We will share reminders on renewing our intentions daily as well as protecting our heart from distractions.

Let this Ramadan be different.โœจ

We can't wait to see you there! ๐ŸŒธ

๐Ÿ“… Week 2 - Wednesday 25th Feb
๐Ÿ•‘ 2pm-5pm
๐Ÿ“ Storie Dixon Musallah Garden

Registration Form: (Refer to linktree for link)

Recharging the brotherhood ๐Ÿ’ชToday, the brothers saddled up and embarked on a hike across Royal National Park, enjoying t...
15/02/2026

Recharging the brotherhood ๐Ÿ’ช

Today, the brothers saddled up and embarked on a hike across Royal National Park, enjoying the nature ๐ŸŒฒ, swimming at the beach ๐ŸŒŠ, and who cannot forget, a delicious BBQ ๐Ÿ˜‹

But the highlight of the event was a reflection we all held at the lake, showing our gratitude to the blessings of Allah SWT. The nature around us, our parents, our eyesight, the little things that we often take for granted โœจ๏ธ

It was a long hike and we went through some...challenges with the weather ๐ŸŒง, but SUMSA is honoured to have fostered a stronger connection with the brothers who attended today โค๏ธ

SUMSA JOINS O WEEK 2026 ๐ŸŽชWe are excited to announce that SUMSA is taking part in O Week 2026! ๐ŸฅณWe will have a dedicated ...
11/02/2026

SUMSA JOINS O WEEK 2026 ๐ŸŽช

We are excited to announce that SUMSA is taking part in O Week 2026! ๐Ÿฅณ

We will have a dedicated stall on-campus where you can enjoy activities ๐ŸŽฏ, freebies ๐Ÿญ, and the company of our brothers and sisters ๐Ÿ˜Š

Whether you are new to USYD, or you have been with us for many years, all Muslim students are welcome at our stall! ๐Ÿ•Œ

More exciting details coming soon! ๐Ÿ‘€

๐Ÿ“… 18th to 20th of February
๐Ÿ•“ 9AM-4PM
๐Ÿ“ Sydney University (stall location TBA)

SUMSA PRESENTS ๐Ÿ‘€BBQ AND HIKE THIS SUNDAY ๐Ÿ–Excited for uni? ๐Ÿค“Miss seeing the brothers? ๐Ÿ˜ญ Donโ€™t worry! SUMSA has got you c...
08/02/2026

SUMSA PRESENTS ๐Ÿ‘€
BBQ AND HIKE THIS SUNDAY ๐Ÿ–

Excited for uni? ๐Ÿค“
Miss seeing the brothers? ๐Ÿ˜ญ

Donโ€™t worry! SUMSA has got you covered ๐Ÿฅฒ This Sunday, we will have a hike and beach day, where you can enjoy the views of nature ๐ŸŒฒ, a delicious BBQ ๐Ÿ”, and slip Nโ€™ slop your way to the raging waters ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ˜Ž

Whether you are new to USYD or a SUMSA veteran, we invite you all to attend this Sunday! See you there ๐Ÿ˜Š

๐Ÿš˜ Carpooling is also available! Join this group chat to get yourself a ride on the day: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LSHg4uip2mdFhAHLY6CJjB?mode=gi_t

๐Ÿ“… This Sunday, 15th February
๐Ÿ•“ 8AM-3PM
๐Ÿ“ Little Marley Firetrail, Royal National Park

Ramadan is a time of giving โ€“ and the best charity is feeding others ๐Ÿ™ŒThe Prophet ๏ทบ said: โ€œWhoever gives food for a fast...
25/01/2026

Ramadan is a time of giving โ€“ and the best charity is feeding others ๐Ÿ™Œ

The Prophet ๏ทบ said: โ€œWhoever gives food for a fasting person to break his fast, he will have a reward like theirs, without that detracting from their reward in the slightestโ€

SUMSA is providing daily iftars for students and staff on campus, ensuring that everyone has a place to break their fast in good company ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ.

Your donations make this possible ๐Ÿ™Œ. Every dollar helps provide a warm meal to those fasting on campus. May Allah SWT bless all those who contribute and multiply their rewards.

Give generously and reap the rewards of Ramadan ๐ŸŒ™

SUMSA Presents ๐ŸคฉIntro to Qirฤโ€™ฤt & the psychological benefits of the Quran ๐Ÿง SUMSA is excited to announce that next Frida...
14/11/2025

SUMSA Presents ๐Ÿคฉ
Intro to Qirฤโ€™ฤt & the psychological benefits of the Quran ๐Ÿง 

SUMSA is excited to announce that next Friday, we are holding a lecture on the Qirฤโ€™ฤt Al-Quran featuring our esteemed guest speaker, Shaykh Omar Akhlaq ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

Born and raised in the United Kingdom, he specialises in the Nizamiyya syllabus and has received ijฤzฤt in all ten Qirฤโ€™ฤt of the Qurโ€™an while completing his studies in Egypt. Shaykh Omar is currently studying psychology and serves at Dar al-Qurra and Islamic Research Centre in Birmingham, UK ๐Ÿ•Œ

This lecture is the perfect opportunity to be introduced to all-Qirฤโ€™ฤt, as well as the psychological benefits of reciting the Quran for studies and as an act of worship ๐Ÿ“ฟ

๐Ÿ—ฃ A Q&A section will also be held, so if you have any pressing questions about the Qirฤโ€™ฤt and the psychological benefits of the Quran, then this is the perfect opportunity to have them answered โœจ๏ธ

๐Ÿ“… Next Friday, 21st of November
๐Ÿ•“ 6PM-Maghrib
๐Ÿ“ IMAA Centre, 220 Lakemba Street, Lakemba
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Brothers and sisters are welcome

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Storie Dixson Wing Room 200
Sydney, NSW
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