/news-archive/tag/sara-tariq/ 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:00:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /news-archive/2022/09/08/together-little-rock-2/ Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:00:30 +0000 /news/?p=82127 ... Community Leaders Share Experiences with Improving Religious Tolerance in Arkansas]]> The panel, 鈥�,鈥� was hosted by the Middle Eastern Studies Program at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock and organized by students who participated in a study abroad trip to Spain this summer. The students wanted to connect what they learned in Spain with what community leaders in Little Rock are doing to promote religious tolerance. Panel members included Mayor Frank Scott Jr., Dr. Sara Tariq, co-founder of the Madina Institute and board member for the Interfaith Center, the Hon. Annabelle Imber Tuck, board member for the Interfaith Center and , and 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students and study abroad participants Torri Richardson and Nick Junker. The course, Islam and Migration in Modern and Historical Spain, included topics like identity, religious head coverings, demographic change, and immigration. Students met with non-government organizations who work with Muslim refugees, visited historical sites of inter-religious cooperation and conflict, and learned about government programs that 鈥渉elp heal past wounds and build bridges today.鈥� 鈥淭he students wanted to connect what they learned studying in Spain to the challenges our own city faces with religious tolerance, and they wanted to learn about what was happening in Little Rock to address those challenges,鈥� said Dr. Rebecca Glazier, a professor in the School of Public Affairs who led the study abroad trip. 鈥淚t was inspiring to see them share what they learned and to also hear community leaders talk about great programs in our community, like those hosted by the .鈥� These events include interfaith dialogue events, a summer friendship camp for elementary school students, and monthly dinners for people of different faiths. Dr. Tariq also remarked on how even small events like these can be meaningful in making religious minorities feel like they are no longer in the margins. 鈥淚鈥檓 a co-founder of the , a mosque that opened five years ago,鈥� she said. 鈥淥ne of the major foundational pillars is interfaith understanding. The only path to peace that I have ever found effective is through interfaith understanding. It occurs conversation by conversation. I鈥檝e been in Little Rock since third grade, and post 9/11, I think you all know what we felt. We鈥檝e always lived in the margins in the south, and 9/11 made us want to hide and made us very defensive. It also created urgency for me. It鈥檚 important for us as leaders to help people of all faiths and bring everyone together for these collective conversations.鈥� At 72, Tuck said it鈥檚 taken her a long time to learn that promoting religious tolerance happens person to person and through small projects that positively impact other people鈥檚 lives. 鈥淪unday morning is the most segregated hour of the week, and that is really very sad to me,鈥� Tuck said. 鈥淥ne of the biggest problems I see is lack of education. We live in a part of the United States that has been basically populated by Christians, but we are becoming more diverse religion wise. It鈥檚 about educating people on different religions. I don鈥檛 pretend to know the answer to the mystery of life, but I know every one of us has a soul. Our congregation is sponsoring an Afghani family with Trinity Episcopal. It feels good to help another family integrate into a different culture.鈥� For the city to truly embody religious tolerance, Mayor Scott said he follows three rules:

• Respect and love one another
• Responsibility to demonstrate peace
• Representation matters

鈥淚t is my honor and mission to truly ensure the City of Little Rock is an inclusive city, and we are unapologetic about our intention to include,鈥� Mayor Scott said. 鈥淲e are a melting pot of many different people, religions, sectors, and genders. I have participated in the worship practice of every major religion in the city. A true leader should understand that while there is a separation of religion and state, there is no separation of citizens. We focus on unity and facing real issues. As an alum of this institution, what you see today is Little Rock at its finest. Little Rock is a welcoming and inclusive city. We still have more work to do. We need more events like this to encourage people.鈥漖]> /news-archive/2022/02/16/2022-taste-of-little-rock/ Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:23:05 +0000 /news/?p=81029 ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock to Honor Alum Dr. Sara Tariq at 2022 Taste of Little Rock]]> Taste of Little Rock, will return March 29. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock will honor alumna Dr. Sara Tariq, associate dean for student affairs in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (糖心Vlog传媒MS), as the 2022 Taste of Little Rock honoree. 鈥淚 am deeply honored to be a part of Taste of Little Rock,鈥� Tariq said. 鈥淎s a child of immigrant parents from India, I have a first-hand understanding of the economic and social challenges that some students face. Getting a scholarship to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock allowed me to focus solely on my studies. The faculty at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock provided me with the mentorship and knowledge to take the next steps in my career, which included getting admitted to medical school at 糖心Vlog传媒MS.鈥� The event is set for 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, at the Jack Stephens Center. Taste of Little Rock raises funds to help students through the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Alumni Association Scholarship Fund while introducing guests to some of the best food in the city from the finest restaurants in Little Rock. During the past 16 years, Taste of Little Rock has raised more than $682,000 for student scholarships. 鈥淲e are excited to honor Dr. Tariq for her passion to impact the lives of Arkansans through education,鈥� said Kristi Smith, senior director of development. 鈥淒uring her time as a student, she was enrolled in the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, which presented her with foundational tools of research and writing that she has used for the betterment of society. She is an outstanding example of the best and brightest from 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock who have graduated and enjoyed success in their chosen fields. 鈥� Tariq, who is well-known among 糖心Vlog传媒MS medical students as a compassionate educator and mentor, is a nationally recognized leader in medical education and an exceptional physician who teaches by example. She is a 1993 graduate of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock who holds聽 a bachelor鈥檚 degree in biology. In 2018, Tariq was named Outstanding Alumni of the Year for the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. This year, Hendrix College will award her the Ethel K. Millar Award for Religion and Social Awareness. Tariq received her medical degree from 糖心Vlog传媒MS in 1998 and completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She joined the 糖心Vlog传媒MS faculty in 2002 after serving as chief resident at Brown University. She is a professor of internal medicine and serves as medical director of the Center for Clinical Skills Education. A firm believer in giving back to the community, Tariq鈥檚 philanthropic efforts in the Little Rock community are immense. She has served as president of the board of the Harmony Health Clinic, which serves the uninsured and underserved population in Pulaski County, for the past decade, and has co-chaired the annual Bollywood Nights gala for many years. 鈥淚 strongly believe in lifting others up so we can all be successful in this state,鈥� Tariq said. 鈥淒elivering primary care to the uninsured people of Little Rock at Harmony Clinic, promoting social justice by serving on the board of Just Communities of Arkansas, and serving on Mayor Frank Scott鈥檚 transition team have helped me continue to serve the people of this state, but also helped me grow as an individual. I want future 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock graduates to have the same opportunities for growth and leadership as I have had. I am ecstatic to support 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students by raising money for scholarships.鈥� In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tariq started a community mask campaign with two 糖心Vlog传媒MS physicians to financially support women who have lost their jobs during the pandemic. The women are given sewing machines to help stitch face masks and donate masks to those in need. So far, the campaign has raised more than $16,000 and distributed more than 4,000 face masks. 鈥淲hen the pandemic hit, so many people felt helpless,鈥� Tariq said. 鈥淲hile small at first, now we are not only helping Muslims and immigrant communities, but we are also providing face masks to several faith communities, nursing homes, and churches whose congregations primarily consist of colored, marginalized, or low-income communities in central Arkansas.鈥� Stephanie Caruthers, a managing partner at Trio鈥檚 restaurant and co-chair of Taste of Little Rock, emphasized the importance of raising scholarship funds for college students. Loris Fullerton, a member of the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Alumni Board of Directors, is also serving as co-chair of Taste of Little Rock. 鈥淭he Alumni Association scholarships are an important part of our support and advocacy for the university and, as an Alumni Association Board member, I am able to experience first-hand the impact of Taste of Little Rock scholarships,鈥� Caruthers said. 鈥淚 have had the privilege of interviewing scholarship applicants, and that process has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my board service. I am so excited about what we have in store for Taste of Little Rock this year!鈥� Dozens of restaurants from across the capital city will serve a 鈥渢aste鈥� of one of their most popular, or new, offerings. From small bites, to drinks, to desserts 鈥� there will be a wide variety of delicious 鈥渢astes鈥� to enjoy! General admission tickets are $75. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock alumni who have graduated within the last five years can purchase tickets for just $35. Learn about sponsorship opportunities and purchase tickets to Taste of Little Rock at . For more information, contact Derrick Newby, associate director of membership and engagement at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock, at dxnewby@ualr.edu or 501-916-3208.]]> /news-archive/2022/02/01/taste-of-little-rock-2022/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:39:13 +0000 /news/?p=80939 ... Join Us for Taste of Little Rock 2022!]]> 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 highly anticipated culinary and social event, Taste of Little Rock 2022, is set for Tuesday, March 29, from 6-8 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center on the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock campus! Dozens of restaurants from across the capital city will serve a 鈥渢aste鈥� of one of their most popular, or new, offerings. From small bites, to drinks, to desserts – there will be a wide variety of delicious 鈥渢astes鈥� to enjoy! This year, the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Alumni Association recognizes alumna Dr. Sara Tariq, associate dean for student affairs in the College of Medicine at 糖心Vlog传媒MS, as our Taste of Little Rock honoree. We are grateful for Dr. Tariq鈥檚 long-time support of her alma mater and 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students! Proceeds from Taste of Little Rock benefit the Alumni Association鈥檚 Scholarship Fund. During the past 16 years, Taste of Little Rock has raised more than $682,000 for student scholarships. General admission tickets are $75. 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock alumni who have graduated within the last five years can purchase tickets for just $35. This year, we will celebrate the success of Giving Day 2022 at Taste of Little Rock! Learn about sponsorship opportunities and purchase tickets to Taste of Little Rock at .聽Contact Derrick Newby in Alumni and Development with questions at dxnewby@ualr.edu or 501-916-3208.]]> /news-archive/2020/01/23/taste-of-little-rock-sara-tariq/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:02:50 +0000 /news/?p=76060 ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock to honor alum Sara Tariq at Taste of Little Rock]]> 鈥淚 am deeply honored to be a part of Taste of Little Rock,鈥� Tariq said. 鈥淎s a child of immigrant parents from India, I have a first-hand understanding of the economic and social challenges that some students face. Getting a scholarship to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock allowed me to focus solely on my studies. The faculty at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock provided me with the mentorship and knowledge to take the next steps in my career, which included getting admitted to medical school at 糖心Vlog传媒MS.鈥� This year鈥檚 event is set for 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center on the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock campus. Taste of Little Rock raises funds for the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Alumni Association Scholarship Fund while introducing guests to some of the best food in the city from the finest restaurants in Little Rock. In 2019, Taste of Little Rock raised more than $145,000 for student scholarships. 鈥淲e are excited to honor Dr. Tariq for her passion to impact the lives of Arkansans through education,鈥� said Kristi Smith, senior director of development. 鈥淪he chose to remain in Little Rock after receiving her medical degree to make a difference in the lives of those who impact patient lives. When she speaks of her work as a faculty member, her desire to provide first-class instruction to tomorrow鈥檚 doctors is evident.鈥� Tariq, who is well-known among 糖心Vlog传媒MS medical students as a compassionate educator and mentor, is a nationally recognized leader in medical education and an exceptional physician who teaches by example. She is a 1993 graduate of 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock with a bachelor鈥檚 degree in biology. In 2018, Tariq was named Outstanding Alumni of the Year for the Donaghey Scholars Program. Tariq received her medical degree from 糖心Vlog传媒MS in 1998 and completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She joined the 糖心Vlog传媒MS faculty in 2002 after serving as chief resident at Brown University. She is a professor of internal medicine and serves as medical director of the Center for Clinical Skills Education. A firm believer in giving back to the community, Tariq鈥檚 philanthropic efforts in the Little Rock community are immense. She has served as president of the board of the Harmony Health Clinic, which serves the uninsured and underserved population in Pulaski County, for the past decade and has co-chaired the annual Bollywood Nights gala for the past eight years. 鈥淚 strongly believe in lifting others up so we can all be successful in this state,鈥� Tariq said. 鈥淒elivering primary care to the uninsured people of Little Rock at Harmony Clinic, promoting social justice by serving on the board of Just Communities of Arkansas, and serving on Mayor Frank Scott鈥檚 transition team have helped me continue to serve the people of this state, but also helped me grow as an individual. I want future 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock graduates to have the same opportunities for growth and leadership as I have had. I am ecstatic to support 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students by raising money for scholarships.鈥� Stephanie Caruthers, a managing partner at Trio鈥檚 restaurant and chair of Taste of Little Rock, emphasized the importance of raising scholarship funds for college students. 鈥淭he Alumni Association scholarships are an important part of our support and advocacy for the university, and as an Alumni Association Board member, I am able to experience first-hand the impact of Taste of Little Rock scholarships,鈥� Caruthers said. 鈥淚 have had the privilege of interviewing scholarship applicants, and that process has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my board service. I am so excited about what we have in store for Taste of Little Rock this year!鈥� Individual tickets are on sale for $75. Sponsorships are available by contacting Kristi Smith at 501.569.8739 or klsmith4@ualr.edu. To order tickets, contact the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Alumni office at 501-683-7208, email alumni@ualr.edu, or visit the Taste of Little Rock website.]]>