About Truman MSA
A student organization at Truman State University rooted in Islam, serving Muslim students and open to anyone eager to learn.
Why we exist
We come together to worship, to learn, and to keep one another close to the deen while we are away from home.
“And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.”
MSA supports Muslim students in faith, education, and community while building understanding, friendship, and cooperation across the Truman community.
What we set out to do
Bring Muslim students together.
Support students in practicing Islam.
Support educational and spiritual development.
Promote understanding of Islamic cultures and traditions.
Foster cooperation between Muslims and non-Muslims.
Provide religious, educational, social, and athletic programming.
We're not on this journey alone
MSA works alongside partners on and off campus to serve Muslim students and the broader Truman community.
Islamic Center of Kirksville
A community partner we collaborate with regularly, and home to Friday prayer in Kirksville.
MSA National
Truman MSA is affiliated with MSA National, connecting us to a nationwide network of Muslim student organizations.
Who can be part of MSA
Membership is open to all. Non-Muslim students are welcome to attend public activities and take part in the organization.
“O mankind, We created you from a male and a female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another.”
Regular Membership
Muslim Truman students, their spouses, and Muslim faculty and staff.
Associate Membership
Non-Muslim members of the Truman community who wish to take part.
Organizational Structure
A simple structure that keeps things running while opening the door for broad student participation.
General Membership
Everyone who takes part
Executive Board
Handles administration
Functional Committees
Where students get involved
Programs & Events
What we build together
MSA has received organizational support and funding through the Fund Allotment Council (FAC) and the Office of Community Enrichment (OCE).
Come as you are.
Whether you're looking for community or just curious to learn, there's a place for you.