This survey was developed by the Seldon Institute in consultation with the UChicago's Muslim Student Association, UChicago's Muslim Inclusion Resource Group, and Sirat.
This survey is for Muslim community members who reside, work, or study in Hyde Park. As we continue to think about current and future needs of our community, we invite you to share your input on programs and services that are most important to you and spaces that serve your needs better.

Your input will help us think about Muslim Life pilot projects and spaces in Hyde Park, and inform our program development and funding for the 2025-2026 academic year.

We take your needs and feedback seriously. Please be sure to complete the survey only once. It should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Your responses will remain confidential.

Survey Overview:
Section 1: Demographic Information
Section 2: Understanding you Experience of Current Services and Facilities
Section 3: Understanding your Needs and Expectations
Section 4: How do you Envision Community Relationships
Section 5: Open Feedback
About Seldon:
Seldon Institute is an incubator for collaborative inquiry and design engaging the Islamic intellectual and artistic traditions to spark critical thinking and support nuanced understandings of Islamic thought, values, and experiences.

We believe meaningful work arises from commitment to authentic dialogue, placing Islamic values thoughtfully in conversation with the diverse, interconnected world we inhabit. We see freedom of expression, respect for diversity, and the inherent dignity of every human being as foundational to our mission.

For more information visit Seldon Institute: www.seldoninstitute.org

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* 1. Is the Seldon Institute's mission clear to you?

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* 2. If not, can you share your thoughts on how we might better communicate our mission:

Section 1: Demographic Information

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* 3. What is your relationship to Hyde Park? (Select all that apply)

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* 4. Please tell us the academic institution where you work or study in Hyde Park?

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* 5. If you are affiliated with the University of Chicago, what is your affiliation?

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* 6. What is your field of study or work? (Select all that apply)

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* 7. Gender

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* 8. Race

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* 9. Are you a newcomer to Islam?

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* 10. How do you identify? (Select all that apply)

Section 2: Understanding your Experience of Current Services and Facilities

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* 11. Which of the following Seldon Institute programs or services are you interested in attending? (Select top 5)

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* 12. What challenges do you face in accessing programs or services at Seldon Institute? (Select all that apply)

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* 13. Which of the following UChicago Muslim Student Association programs or services do you access in Hyde Park? (Select all that apply)

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* 14. What challenges do you face in accessing services and spaces at the UChicago Muslim Student Association? (Select all that apply)

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* 15. Which of the following UChicago Muslim Inclusion Resource Group (MIRG) programs or services do you access in Hyde Park? (Select all that apply)

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* 16. What challenges do you face in accessing services and spaces at MIRG? (Select all that apply)

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* 17. Which of the following University of Chicago programs or services do you access in Hyde Park? (Select all that apply)

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* 18. What challenges do you face in accessing services and spaces at the University of Chicago? (Select all that apply)

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* 19. How do you usually hear about upcoming Muslim community events in Hyde Park? (Select all that apply)

Section 3: Understanding your Needs and Expectations

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* 20. What additional services or facilities would be useful to you as a Muslim in Hyde Park? (Select top 5)

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* 21. What are some program/event times that work best for you? (Select all that apply)

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* 22. Given available resources, how important is it for you to have a dedicated Muslim Life Space in Hyde Park?

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* 23. What do you think the function of this space should be? (Please select all that apply)

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* 24. Which features would be most important to you in a Muslim Life Space? (Please rank in order of priority given available services, 1 being most important) Think of existing services like Prayer Spaces, gathering and study spaces, food programs, Seldon Institute spaces (e.g. the Seldon Reading Room/Library), Spiritual Life Office, and other relevant Hyde Park spaces).

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* 25. What type of Halal Food Services interest you? You can prepay for consistent meals or pay as needed per meal. (Select all that apply)

Section 4: How do you Envision Community Relationships

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* 26. How would you describe your current relationship with the Muslim Community members and organizations that are not directly affiliated to the University of Chicago? (Rate each from 1 to 5 with 1 = no relationship and 5 = very strong relationship)

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Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN
Masjid al-Faatir
Masjid al-Ihsan
Masjid al-Taqwa
Mosque Maryam
Muslim residents in Hyde Park
Other Muslim Student Associations (MSAs) in Chicago

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* 27. Would you be interested in events that cultivate a stronger relationship with the Muslim Community surrounding the University?

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* 28. What types of events would you find most beneficial to help build community? (Select all that apply)

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* 29. As a student, I would find the following networking opportunities useful: (Select all that apply)

Section 5: Open Feedback

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* 30. Is there any specific feedback you would like to provide about how to better serve the needs of the Muslim community in Hyde Park, including specific suggestions for any of the aforementioned facilities, programs, and services?

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* 31. Is there anything on your mind that has not been addressed in this survey?

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* 32. Are you interested in joining a committee to help design pilot programs at Seldon to help reimagine Muslim Life on campus?

If yes, please reach out via our online Contact Us form (https://www.seldoninstitute.org/contact-us) and specify your contact information, area of interest, and number of hours you can contribute per week.
Thank you for your valuable input! Your responses will help us shape our upcoming Muslim Life pilot projects and funding opportunities in partnership with key stakeholders to better serve the needs of our community. We look forward to working together!

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