Islamic Knowledge Retreat
November 7-8, 2025 at UNC Chapel Hill
Join us in this retreat to study “ The Inner Struggle: Nafs In The Age Of Distractions.”
AlLah (SWT) says in the Quran:
“He it is Who sent among the unlettered ones a Messenger from among themselves, reciting to them His Verses, purifying them (yuzakeehim), and teaching them the Book and the Wisdom. And verily, they had been before in manifest error.” (Surah Al-Jumu’ah: Ayah 2)
Join us for transformative weekend to strengthen your relationship with Allah in a hyper-connected age.
About the Instructors
Ustadh Hafiz Asad Khan
Ustadh Hafiz Asad Khan has a Bachelors in Economics and is a graduate of the Madina Institute’s 1-Year Intensive Associate’s Degree Program in Islamic & Arabic Studies. Following graduation from the program, he continued his studies in the sciences of Hadith, Usul al-Fiqh and Aqidah under the supervision of Shaykh Muhammad al-Ninowy with the focus of his study and research being the science of Aqidah, the paradigm of Ashari and Maturidi thinking, and the possible contemporary application of their ideas to respond to modern challenges. He is currently serving as the executive director at Madina Institute in Atlanta, Georgia.
Ustadha Sofia Sharif
Ustadha Sofia Sharif is an instructor, community chaplain, and director of youth development at Madina Institute. She began her Islamic education in the United Kingdom and later continued her studies in the United States under Shaykh Dr. Muhammad bin Yahya al Ninowy. Ustadha Sofia holds a Master’s in Pastoral Care and Chaplaincy from the UK. In her work, she develops and offers specialized courses for youth, women, and young professionals, focusing on character building, spirituality, and the Prophetic life. She also founded Rūh by Madina, a platform empowering women through spiritual development and chaplaincy resources. Ustadha Sofia is currently pursuing postgraduate studies in pastoral care and spirituality to further serve her community.
Program Schedule
With a total of ~15 hours of instruction throughout the weekend, you will study different topics of the Nafs.
Day 1 - Friday, NOVEMBER 7, 5:00-9:05 pm
Maghrib Salah: 5:15 PM
5:00 – 5:30 pm | Check-In
5:30 – 6:30 pm | Maghrib + Dinner
6:30 – 7:15 pm | Session 1: Introductiona
7:25 – 8:10 pm | Session 2
8:20 – 9:05 pm | Session 3: Gender-Separated Q&A with Speakers
9:05 – 10:00 pm | Wrap-Up / Clean-Up
DAy 2 - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9:30 am to 9:00 pm
9:30 – 10:30 am | Check-In / Breakfast
10:30 – 11:15 am | Session 4
11:25 – 12:05 pm | Session 5
12:15 – 12:50 pm | Session 6
12:50 – 2:00 pm | Dhuhr + Lunch (outdoors)
2:00 – 2:45 pm | Session 7
2:55 – 3:35 pm | Session 8
3:35 – 4:30 pm | Asr + Snack Break
4:30 – 5:15 pm | Session 9
5:15 – 6:15 pm | Maghrib+Dinner
6:15 – 7:00 pm | Session 10
7:10 – 8:05 pm | Session 11
8:15 – 9:00 pm | Session 12: Final Session
9:00 – 10:00 pm | Wrap-Up / Clean-Up
Location: 250 Bell Tower Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Day 1- G100
Day 2- G200
Registration Fee
The Registration fee includes everything in the program: lectures, food, refreshments, and study material.
We really want everyone to be part of this retreat despite their financial status. If you think you cannot pay for this retreat simply mark the financial aid option when you are registering and you will be waived from the cost.
Friday Only Admission- $17.85 incl. $$2.85 Fee
Saturday Only Admission- $28.52 incl. $3.52 Fee
General Admission- $39.19 incl. $4.19 Fee
Attendees must be in middle school or above.
