Lectures, Open House Highlight Islam Awareness Weekend

Islam Awareness Weekend at the University of Maine March 22–23 features free public lectures by Yassir Fazaga, the religious leader of the Orange County Islamic Foundation in Mission Viejo, Calif.

Fazaga’s first presentation, “Misconceptions about Islam,” will be at 9 a.m., March 22 in Room 1, Wells Conference Center. A continental breakfast will be served.

He also will speak on “Psychology of a Terrorist” as part of the annual Open House at the Islamic Center of Maine, 151 Park St., Orono, from 4:30–6 p.m., March 23.

Islam Awareness Weekend is coordinated by UMaine’s Muslim Students Association and the Islamic Center of Maine. For more information or to request disability accommodations, visit the Muslim Students Association website.