Events

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Sporting Activities.

Sports Director: Senad Kadric

• Soccer Tournament (3 vs 3, two 10-minute halves):
  • Dream Team vs. All-Star Team
  • Team Cevap vs. Team Lepinja
  • Winners play in the final match
  • Losers play for third place
  • To sign up your team, please email [email protected]. Team names are suggestions and can be changed.
• Volleyball (general games) (6 vs 6, play to 15 points, win by 2):
  • Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964) vs. Generation X (born 1965–1980)
  • Millennials (born 1981–1996) vs. Generation Z (born 1997–2012)
  • Winners play in the final match
  • Losers play for third place
  • Generation Alpha (born 2013–2025) may join any team.
• Cornhole Tournament (2 vs 2, first team to reach 21 points wins):
  • Team 1 vs. Team 4
  • Team 2 vs. Team 3
  • Winners play in the final match
  • Losers play for third place

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Educational Sessions.

• Quran Recitation for Kids (Chaired by: Oliver Parent, PhD and Iman Parent, PhD): 11:00 AM signup, 11:15-11:45 AM recitations
  • All participants must be 18 year of age or younger
  • The children can sign up to recite surahs in reverse chronological order
  • Each child can have up to three entries
  • Prizes will be award to first, last and middle entry (middle entry will be randomly picked)
  • To receive a prize the child has to correctly recite the surah that they signed up for.
• How to make your college application stand out (Chaired by: Norah Softic, Esq and Fabiana Haiden, MS): 11:45-12:30 PM
  • Maintain strong grades and GPA
  • Excel in standardized tests: Take ACT/SAT prep classes 
  • Showcase your passions: Align your extracurriculars with your interests
  • Seek out leadership and initiative roles: Volunteer, Organize events, Start new projects
  • Craft a unique and authentic personal statement: Tell your story in a way that reveals your values, experiences, and growth.
  • Choose recommenders wisely: Select teachers, mentors, or coaches who know you well 
• Tips on Getting Into Medial School (Chaired by: Moamen Gabr, MD and Sameer Ali, MD): 12:30-1:00 PM
  • Start early: Its never too early to start planning for medical school
  • Get good grades: If your GPA needs improvement consider a postbaccalaureate program
  • Carve experiences that will make you stand out: Shadowing, volunteering, and research experience
  • Prepare well for the MCAT: This is the most crucial factor in the admissions process
  • Find mentors who are invested in your success: Not as hard as it sounds

1:00 – 3:00 PM: Lunch

The Softic Family Foundation will provide the main dish (Ćevapi) and dessert (European Delights). Guests are encouraged to bring a side dish to share. Please sign up by clicking on this link

Grilling Leader: Nedzad Softic

Ćevapi Grill Team 1: Nedzad Softic & Ammar Zvekic

Ćevapi Grill Team 2: Dino Smajlovic & Arif Softic

Burek: Fata Kadric

Sirnica: Aisa Softic

Pepers and two cakes: Aida Zvekic

Salad: Syed Zaeem Ali

Drinks: Water and Soda, Moamen Gabr

Drinks: Water and Soda, Nermin Kadric

Salad 1: ____________________

Salad 2: ____________________

Ice: ____________________

3:00 – 4:30 PM: Promoting Religious Tolerance

Three speakers (15 minutes each + 5-minute Q&A) will share how their faith encourages inclusion and religious tolerance. We welcome practicing members from various religious backgrounds—not necessarily clergy or scholars, but individuals sharing personal perspectives.

• Islamic Perspective – 3:00–3:20 PM: Presented by Samir and Aisa Softic (Samir Softic, MD, will discuss growing up exposed to two contrasting perspectives on religion and peace. One view sees religion as a source of hope and a driving force for positive change. It inspires people to do good for the sake of goodness itself, believing this is the path to salvation. The other view regards religion as a divisive tool—acknowledging that more human lives have been lost in the name of God than for any other cause. While the latter perspective may more accurately reflect certain aspects of human nature, the former offers hope for a better tomorrow. Aisa Softic, MS, will share personal experiences that demonstrate this hopeful view is not a utopian ideal but a living reality in our everyday lives. Good-natured people surround us, but we must be active participants in letting them into our world.)

• Latter-day Saint Perspective – 3:20–3:40 PM: Mark Motley, MBA (A member of the Church of Christ of Latter-day Saints will share an overview of his faith, highlighting the considerable common ground between Islam and Latter-day Saint beliefs. The presentation will explore shared values including faith in God, reverence for Abraham and prophets, commitment to prayer and fasting, emphasis on family, and service to others.)

• Jewish Perspective – 3:40–4:00 PM: Aaron and Chandani Kemper, Esq (Attorney Aaron Kemper will share insights from a lawsuit challenging Kentucky laws that define a fertilized egg as a human being, laws rooted in evangelical Christianity that conflict with Jewish beliefs and many other faith traditions. This case highlights how reproductive laws can violate religious freedom, and calls on all communities committed to religious tolerance to join the fight for pluralism and dignity in policymaking.)

• Open Discussion – 4:00–4:30 PM

To volunteer as a speaker, please email [email protected].

4:30 – 5:00 PM: Introduction to SFF

Speaker: Samir Softic, MD
Samir will present the mission and vision of the Softic Family Foundation, outlining its organizational structure, bylaws, and regulatory approvals. He will also explain the application and selection process for scholarships supported by the foundation.

Speaker: Amina Dilberovic, MD

In her talk Amina will explore the vital importance of staying connected and fostering a sense of belonging—both within our communities and through engagement with organizations that embrace and celebrate diversity. Amina will emphasize the value of supporting missions that uplift cultural identity and unity. Drawing from her experiences and deep understanding of our shared heritage, she will highlight the notable achievements of Bosniaks in our community, while also shedding light on the challenges they have faced in preserving their unique identity, language, and traditions across generations. Her insights aim to inspire pride, resilience, and continued commitment to cultural preservation.