Yusef will be speaking about the spiritual aspects on practicing Islam in the United States. Each culture where Islam has found a home has made the religion there own. What does it mean to be an American Muslim?  Music will be provided by the Singing Group.

Yusef Hayes is an educator, life-partner, and father, working in the fields of Communication and Religion. Yusef is currently a Professor at North Shore Community College. His professional interests include engaged pedagogy, Islamic mysticism, environmental and social justice, and decolonization.