Meeting of Head of Department of Da'wah with Faculty Members

Doctor Taha Al-Jawhari, Head of the Department of Da'wah and Islamic Culture at the Islamic University of Minnesota, directed faculty members not to address politically-related topics or controversial issues that could lead to discussions consuming class time.

This guidance was given during a meeting held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, to discuss preparations for the start of the second semester, including the submission of course plans and syllabi, discussions on assignments, exams, and necessary procedures for facilitating the educational process according to regulations and policies.

The meeting lasted for one hour, during which Dr. Al-Jawhari thanked the faculty members, the department secretary, and the administrative officer for their efforts in ensuring the success of the educational process in the previous semester. He encouraged them to commit to attendance and to conduct all scheduled classes (12 classes), emphasizing that absences should only occur in emergencies and that any missed class should be compensated as soon as possible.

Dr. Al-Jawhari also called for adherence to the prescribed curriculum, emphasizing it as the primary source. He urged faculty to prepare exam questions that are of an intermediate level, suitable for all students, and highlighted the importance of assignments that enrich students’ knowledge. He urged thesis supervisors to follow up closely with their students and not to leave them without guidance.

At the end of the meeting, Dr. Al-Jawhari opened the floor for inquiries, responding to all questions raised by faculty members.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Ammar Al-Dale’in, Dr. Saad Tarahib Al-Hamadi, Dr. Al-Sayed Al-Bayoumi, Dr. Iyad Hamdan, Dr. Lutfi Koki, Ms. Anisa Al-Zekri (Administrative Officer of the College of Islamic Studies), and Ms. Zohoor Al-Zakri (College Secretary).