IQSA Graduate Student Luncheon 2021

IQSA Graduate Student Luncheon 2021

lunchAttention current students and recent graduates! 

The International Qur’anic Studies Association is delighted to host a special reception for students and early career scholars at its 2021 Annual Meeting in San Antonio.

Date: Saturday November 20, 2021
Time: Lunch Reception, 11:30am-1pm
Venue: In Person, TBA (Off-site)

This will be a valuable opportunity for graduate students and emerging scholars to mingle with established experts in Qur’anic studies in a more relaxed setting–with a light lunch in a semi-private dining area.

IQSA is committed to fostering community in Qur’anic studies by supporting students on their path to professional success and encouraging collaboration across generations, all of which are vital to the advancement of knowledge in our field.

If you are planning to attend the 2021 Annual Meeting in San Antonio, please consider attending the Student Reception. We ask that you please RSVP by filling out this form.

Please note that all attendees must be registered for the In-Person IQSA Annual Meeting.

Questions? Email us at contactus@iqsaweb.org!

We hope to see you there!

RSVP NOW!

© International Qur’anic Studies Association, 2021. All rights reserved.

Reminder: IQSA Graduate Student Roundtable Tomorrow

Attention all graduate students and early career scholars!

Every year the International Qur’anic Studies Association hosts a Graduate Student Luncheon at the IQSA Annual Meeting held in conjunction with the American Academy of Religion (AAR) and Society of Biblical Literature (SBL). This event is a valuable opportunity for emerging scholars to mingle with established experts in Qur’anic studies in a more relaxed setting.

In keeping with this year’s new Annual Meeting format, this event will take place virtually as a Graduate Student Roundtable over Zoom tomorrow on December 3, 2020 from 11am to 12pm EST. To participate, visit the SBL Annual Meeting Page and choose Register for the Annual Meeting. Then, complete a New Registration under the Affiliate Members category, and choose International Qur’anic Studies Association when prompted. Then, use the Virtual Meetings Platform to locate and log into the event (P3-112a). This event is free for anyone who has registered for the Annual Meeting.

Participants should be prepared to discuss the following questions:

1. Please provide a brief personal introduction (Name, Title, Affiliation, Reason for Interest in Qur’anic Studies)
2. Mentors—what advice would you give to graduate students and rising academics today?
3. Graduate students and rising scholars—what is your fundamental concern in your field today?

Need Technical Support? Visit the SBL Help Desk online!

IQSA is committed to fostering community in Qur’anic studies by supporting students on their path to professional success and encouraging collaboration across generations, all of which are vital to the advancement of knowledge in our field. We hope you join us for this valuably opportunity!

Copyright © 2020 International Qur’anic Studies Association, All rights reserved.

RSVP for the IQSA Graduate Student Roundtable

Attention all graduate students and early career scholars!

lunchEvery year the International Qur’anic Studies Association hosts a Graduate Student Luncheon at the IQSA Annual Meeting held in conjunction with the American Academy of Religion (AAR) and Society of Biblical Literature (SBL). This event is a valuable opportunity for emerging scholars to mingle with established experts in Qur’anic studies in a more relaxed setting.

In keeping with this year’s new Annual Meeting format, this event will take place virtually as a Graduate Student Roundtable over Zoom on December 3, 2020 from 11am to 12pm EST. To participate, visit the SBL Annual Meeting Page and choose Register for the Annual Meeting. Then, complete a New Registration under the Affiliate Members category, and choose International Qur’anic Studies Association when prompted. Then, use the Virtual Meetings Platform to find the event and obtain login information. This event is free for anyone who has registered for the Annual Meeting.

In addition, please RSVP at this link so the organizers can get a headcount of participants.

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IQSA is committed to fostering community in Qur’anic studies by supporting students on their path to professional success and encouraging collaboration across generations, all of which are vital to the advancement of knowledge in our field. We hope you join us for this valuably opportunity!

© International Qur’anic Studies Association, 2020. All rights reserved.

Job Opportunities at IQSA for Graduate Students

The International Qur’anic Studies Association seeks two graduate student assistants for editorial and online help. Assistants will work approximately ten hours per week.

General Qualifications

  • Be a registered graduate student in Qur’anic Studies or related field; Ph.D. candidates preferred
  • Commit to the position for a minimum of one calendar year (from time of start)
  • Be a member of IQSA

computerBenefits & Compensation

While assistants are unpaid, they gain valuable relevant experience in academic service, writing, editing, marketing, communications, networking, and volunteering. Work is mostly remote and online, so the 10 hours/week required are “flex hours” that accommodate student schedules. Assistants receive FREE registration to the Annual Meeting in Atlanta, November 2015. As IQSA members, assistants gain free access to member benefits including Review of Qur’anic Research, Qur’an Seminar, JIQSA, job board, and member directory. Assistants are also eligible to receive letters of recommendation for their service and have access to a global network of Qur’anic Studies scholars. IQSA is committed to the professional development of graduate students.

How to Apply

Please send CV and cover letter (500 words max.) to contact@iqsaweb.org

Open until filled.

Graduate Editorial Assistant

The Editorial Assistant will report to the Chair of the Publications and Research Committee (PRC).

Qualifications

  • Must live in the Boston metro area
  • Attend the Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, 20-23 November 2015
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Expertise in editing academic publications, preferably in Qur’anic Studies or related field
  • Knowledge of French and German a plus
  • Expertise in transliteration, style guides, and standard conventions concerning texts in Arabic and at least one additional classical language (e.g. Syriac, Hebrew, Persian, Greek)

Position Duties

  • Edit proposals and biographies for publication in annual Program Book for Annual Meeting
  • Edit proposals resulting from the JIQSA Call for Papers
  • Assist the PRC Chair as needed
  • Other duties as requested

Graduate Online Assistant

The Online Assistant will work directly with the Executive Assistant and Blog Coordinator, and report to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Arabic, French, and German a plus

Position Duties

  • Compile job, fellowship, and other professional opportunities for the IQSA Job Board
  • Contribute or solicit one blog post per month
  • Curate links and topics related to Qur’anic Studies to post weekly to Discussion Group
  • Assist the Blog Coordinator as needed
  • Other duties as requested

© International Qur’anic Studies Association, 2015. All rights reserved.