Nation of Islam Student Association Herman Muhammad Scholarship

In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

The Nation of Islam Student Association

NOISA "Prepare To Rule" Scholarship Fund in honor of Brother Herman Muhammad

And speak not of those slain in Allah's way as dead. Nay, they are alive, but you perceive not.
Holy Qur'an 2:154

Brother Herman Muhammad was a young and very active member of the FOI in Muhammad Mosque #15 in Atlanta, Georgia, the Southern Regional headquarters of the Nation of Islam. He was a rapper whose lyrics were based on the Teachings of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad under the guidance of Minister Louis Farrakhan. His lyrics were conscious, righteous and effective at reaching the youth not only in Atlanta but also in many cities across our nation.

He was shot and killed while saving the life of a female who had been inadvertently caught in the crossfire of a hail of bullets at a local Atlanta barber shop and salon.

In honor of his sacrifice, the Nation of Islam Student Association is offering a scholarship in his name showing that his example of courage and strength will not be forgotten as we unite with others to stop the violence and killing in our communities.

The qualifications are as follows:

Must be a graduating high school student going to college in the summer or fall of 2004
A personal typewritten 500 word essay on the topic "Prepare to Rule."
A reference and recommendation letter from the Minister of their local mosque, as well as a letter from an administrator from the high school they attend.
A copy of the official transcript from their high school showing their cumulative grade point average to date.
A self-addressed 9x11 stamped envelope along with an index card with the applicants name, address and telephone number.

Mail all scholarship entries to:

NATION OF ISLAM STUDENT ASSOCIATION (NOISA)
Nation of Islam Student Association (NOISA)
7351 South Stony Island Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60649

The scholarship award will be determined by the members of the governing board of the NOISA and the council of advisors of the NOISA.

The scholarship will be awarded at our annual Saviours’ Day celebration in Chicago, Illinois.