Life Without Basketball: Film Screening & Discussion

Life Without Basketball Flyer - Pictured Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 - 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir broke records and barriers on her way to become the first Division I athlete to play basketball while wearing hijab. When a controversial ruling ends her chances at playing professionally, she re-examines her faith and identity as a Muslim American. 

Come enjoy this thought-provoking film, centered around questions of faith, gender, and justice. Stay as Harvard Muslim Chaplain, Khalil Abdur-Rashid, leads a discussion with members of the Harvard Muslim Community and the film’s directors, Jon Mercer and Tim O’Donnell.

Details: 

Wednesday, November 6th, 2019 at 6pm in the Smith Campus Center, Harvard Commons. 

All Harvard Community Members are welcome to attend.  This free event is co-sponsored by Harvard Chaplains, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Commons Spaces and Harvard Graduate Commons.  Snacks provided.