DEARBORN — The winner of an essay contest, which is open to all high school students, is set to receive a free lap top. The essay competition is part of an event, themed Islamic Awakening and Muslim Unity: Imam’s Vision for the Ummah, which is being held in commemoration of the passing of Imam Khomeini, and will take place at the Islamic Council of America on Saturday, June 1 at 6 p.m. Speakers will include Imam Mohamad Al-Asi and Dr. Sheikh Mansour Leghaei.  In addition, the program will also include poetry, a youth speech, prayer and dinner. 

The deadline for essay submission is 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. The contestants are asked to focus the essay on Islamic awakening, as envisioned by Imam Khomeini, and the youth’s role as catalysts for its practical application in society. More details are available at www.ikcontest2013.com.  This event is free.  For more information call 313.643.5786.