COMPASS in Action
Discover what COMPASS can offer you.
Services
The PATH program seeks to introduce students to MSA National, its vision, mission, objective and services by providing individual chapters the opportunity to experience first-hand the training programs that MSA National has put together. Through the PATH Program's engaging professional development opportunities, COMPASS seeks to establish connections between individual MSA chapters and MSA National, thereby strengthening the networks of both organizations.
The PATH program consists of an integrated 1-day training event centered on one of two themes: PATH to EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS or PATH to EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT.
Each theme consists of 2 foundation workshops and 1 elective workshop, as follows:
- EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS:Foundation topics are "Effective Expressions [communications and conflict resolution] and Gender Relations. Electives include Media Relations and Diversity and Inclusion.
- EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT:Foundation topics are "How to Run a Fortune 500 MSA" and "Project and Event Management". Electives include Financial Management, Succession Planning, and Time Management/Life Planning.
What Can the PATH Program Offer My Chapter?
The PATH Program offers several unique and innovative opportunities for MSA chapters. By bringing the PATH Program to your campus, you can:
- Expand your regional network by inviting MSA's in your city or state to participate
- Be trained in specific, highly intensive workshops by experienced professional management trainers.
- Reenergize Islamic campus activism on your campus and facilitate further collaboration with local organizations
What do I need to do to host a PATH Program?
- Organize at least 3 chapters or 50 students to attend the event Email COMPASS () at least one month in advance of your desired event date to confirm the event
- Ensure funding for logistical and onsite expenses Create a registration process for participants to ensure adequate attendance for the entire program
- Begin publicity and advertising!
What Types of Location and Resources does COMPASS Require?
| Resource | Details |
| VENUE COMPASS often requires a very specific setup for the room. Please ensure that you request these setup specifications from COMPASS prior to the event. Often, specific requirements are necessary for interactive segments of the program. |
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| STATIONARY Stationary requirements vary depending on the interactive segments of the programs. Please check with COMPASS regarding specific stationary requirements prior to the event. |
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What Does the Actual Schedule Look Like?
COMPASS employs a standard schedule for each PATH Program event. Any requests for changes to the schedule must be discussed with COMPASS and pre-approved prior to the event. The basic breakdown of the day's activities is as follows:
| Timing | Event | Person(s) Responsible |
| 9:00 - 10:00 |
| Local MSA Organizer (Table set up and maintenance, signs, sign in sheet, name tags, packages) |
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Introduction of MSA National and COMPASS. The adab of teaching and learning. Ice Breaker | Zonal Rep/Director COMPASS |
| 10:30 - 12:00 | Workshop 1 (foundation topic) | COMPASS |
| 12:00 - 1:00 | Lunch | |
| 1:00 - 2:30 | Workshop 2 (foundation topic) | COMPASS |
| 2:30 - 3:00 | Break | |
| 3:00 - 4:30 | Workshop 3 (elective topic) | COMPASS |
| 4:30 - 5:00 | Concluding remarks, evaluations, feedback | Zonal Rep/COMPASS |
Requests for COMPASS programs should be submitted at least 6 weeks before the intended program date. Contact your MSA National zonal representative or email for more information.
Bring COMPASS to your campus
Please fill out the Conference Call Consulation form to request a time for an individual phone conference call where we can discuss how you can bring COMPASS to your campus.
Upcoming Events
For more information about these programs please contact us at compass@msacompass.org.