Jumana Al-Khurashi Outlines Summer Semester Arrangements

Doctor Jumana Al-Khurashi, Director of Educational Affairs at the Academic Affairs Deanship of the Islamic University of Minnesota, confirmed that the unit has implemented precise measures to prepare for the summer semester based on student data and course offerings. She noted that there are six common courses for undergraduate students, with over a thousand students enrolled in three courses at the first level across 24 departments, and three courses at the second level in 18 departments.

Dr. Al-Khurashi added that non-common courses have been organized for students from three departments: Islamic Studies in English, Arabic Language, and English Language. Additionally, the courses for graduate studies have been organized, including the new doctoral programs launched this semester.

She highlighted the creation of general groups for common courses that include students from all departments, as well as specific groups for graduate studies. The arrangements included adding students and faculty to their respective study groups, standardizing the descriptions of these groups across the university, and publishing schedules and announcements for lectures.

Dr. Al-Khurashi mentioned that the unit began preparations for the summer semester on the 15th of Ramadan by holding meetings with the Audio Rooms Unit to discuss common courses, in addition to continuous collaboration with the Student Affairs and Administrative Affairs units.

She emphasized the importance of communication with the Technical Support Unit to provide necessary data, ensuring a smooth educational process. The Educational Affairs Unit team comprises college deans, department heads, and their assistants, each playing a crucial role in organizing academic work.