INDIANA – After nearly two decades of work inside American campuses, the Muslim Student Association are planning revitalization of its efforts to connect campuses with Islamic faith and clear up misconceptions students may have.

“Diversity is the way to success. A lot of people are willing to learn and diversity is the way to go,” MSA public relations manager Anas Almassrahy told The Daily News.

“There’s a lot out there in this world.”

Founded 17 years ago, the MSA held its call-out meeting in Bracken Library in early September.

At the meeting, President Saleem Abufares encouraged new members to get involved.

Though Almassrahy was born and raised in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, he said that Ball State students don’t need to travel abroad to experience Islamic culture and faith.

“We are here,” Almassrahy said.

The group currently works to enlist new members and fill executive positions, including the position of a vice president and ambassadors to other organizations on campus.

Moreover, the group plans to work closely with the Saudi Student Club on campus and the Islamic Center, Muslim students’ place of worship, off campus.

“Our plan is to have more ambassadors with other organizations on campus, such as the different faiths that we have here,” Almassrahy said.

The group plans several events to raise awareness across campus, including an Islamic Awareness Week next semester, which will include entertainment, social events and a demonstration on how to wear a hijab.