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Tournament
Tournament
So you're competing at MIST! Here's all the information you need to get started:
Registration
Early Deadline: February 23rd at 11:59pm
Late Deadline: March 21st at 11:59pm
Theme
The theme, A Legacy of Learning: Turning Knowledge Into Action, affects competitions during the weekend. Click the button below for details!
Rulebooks
Want to know how the competitions work? Check out the Official Rulebook and the Detroit Addendum, containing detailed rules, sample ballots, and more!
Competition Topics
Competition topics have been announced! Find out which books to read, topics to study, and prompts to analyze!
List of Competitions
Are you wondering what competitions you have to choose from? Check out our list of competitions by clicking the button below!
Early Submissions
Early submissions will be collected through myMIST! If you have any questions about competitions or early submissions, please email competitions@mistdetroit.com.
Theme
Theme
A Legacy of Learning:
Turning Knowledge into Action
Islam places a profound emphasis on knowledge, considering it an essential virtue that enriches the mind, nurtures the soul, and allows for personal growth. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him." (Tirmidhi).
However, before embarking on a path seeking knowledge, scientists and scholars alike must look inward to cultivate humility and sincerity, allowing them to receive knowledge with open hearts and minds, ready to absorb its wisdom and act upon its truths. Muslims often find inspiration from the first Quranic revelation to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) to always seek God's guidance while pursuing knowledge: “Read! In the name of your Lord who has created (all that exists)” (Quran 96:1).
With the right intentions, the pursuit of spiritual and worldly knowledge paves the way for deeper faith and wisdom. Generations of scholars such as Fatima Al-Fihri, Al Biruni, and Ibn al-Haytham who excelled in mathematics, science, and philosophy, sought knowledge with the conviction that pursuing truth and understanding is an act of devotion to the Creator. These titans contributed positively to the world by passing on what they knew following the example of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) who said, “Whoever teaches some knowledge will have the reward of the one who acts upon it, without that detracting from his reward in the slightest” (Ibn Majah).
Acquiring knowledge comes with a duty to act, by implementing and sharing it responsibly. With time and effort, the spread of knowledge can lead to stronger advocacy in favor of important causes and more efficient or productive systems. This shared knowledge also reinforces collective values, promoting unity and a sense of purpose among those who are committed to the common good. The effort we invest in spreading knowledge thus becomes a crucial part of building stronger, more informed, and more engaged communities, which can be our legacy in the world.
How do you seek knowledge, and what is your role in spreading it further? How are your decisions, values and beliefs shaped by what you know? How do you stay motivated to learn despite hitting barriers? What role does humility play in pursuing and teaching knowledge? How do you navigate situations where the knowledge you possess conflicts with your community?
We encourage you to creatively explore these concepts and more in Regional and National competitions and workshops during MIST 2025. Remember that unique projects displaying creativity and insight will be judged most favorably.
Rulebook
Rulebook
National Rulebook
The annual MIST Rulebook contains the comprehensive official guidelines on the rules, rubrics, and ballots for each competition, as well as the theme, competitor guidelines, and MIST Honor Code.
Pilot Competitions Addendum
Pilot competitions are competitions that are offered at Detroit’s Regional Tournament, but NOT at Nationals. MIST Detroit releases a Rulebook Addendum to consolidate the rules, rubrics, and ballots for these unique competitions.
Remember, all competition material should be identified ONLY with a competitor’s MIST ID, NOT with their name or school. MIST IDs are available in myMIST.
Competition Topics
Competition Topics
Knowledge Test Books
You can buy these books online, or borrow a copy from your local library. If your library doesn't have a copy, you can request it using the Michigan eLibrary Catalog.
MIST Bowl Topics
Topic I
Contemporary Politics: The Divided Spectrum
Topic II
Confronting Inequality in Health Access
Topic III
Al-Aqsa: Past, Present, and Promise
Topic IV
Marginalized Muslims in Conflict Zones
Topic V
The Environmental and Social Costs of Fast Fashion
Topic VI
Current Events (Jan 2024 — Dec 2024)
Debate Topics
Schools should replace foreign language requirements with computer programming requirements.
Streaming services should be required to release episodes weekly rather than all at once, in order to prevent binge watching.
Provided it is technologically feasible, all new buildings should be required to have rooftop solar panels.
Citizens should be allowed to allocate a limited portion of their tax payments to government programs of their choice.
Social movements should prioritize pressuring key decision makers over altering public opinion.
List of Competitions
List of Competitions
Here are all the competitions offered at MIST Detroit 2025! For information about how these competitions are conducted, take a look at our rulebook page.
* Pilot competition - not available at the National level
Category I: Knowledge and Quran
Knowledge Tests (Books 1-4)
Brothers’ Qur’an Memorization (Levels 1-3)
Sisters’ Qur’an Memorization (Levels 1-3)
Brothers’ Qur’an Recitation
Sisters’ Qur’an Recitation
Category II: Arts
2D Art
3D Art
Fashion Design
Digital Art
Photography
Scrapbook*
Culinary Arts*
Category III: Writing and Oratory
Extemporaneous Essay
Extemporaneous Speaking
Original Oratory
Poetry
Prepared Essay
Short Fiction
Spoken Word
Category IV: Bracket Competitions
Debate
Math Olympics
MIST Quiz Bowl
Brothers’ Improv
Sisters’ Improv
Category V: Group Projects
Business Venture
Humanitarian Service
Brothers’ Nasheed/Rap
Sisters’ Nasheed/Rap
Science Fair
Short Film
Social Media
Category VI: Sports
Brothers’ Basketball
Sisters’ Basketball
Brothers’ Soccer*
Sisters’ Soccer*
Brothers’ Volleyball*
Sisters’ Volleyball*
Category VII: E-Sports
Chess*
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6*
Fortnite: Zone Wars (SOLO)*
EA FC 24*
Valorant*
Clash Royale*