Head of the Department of Islamic Studies in English Holds Urgent Meeting

Dr. Manal Mustafa, Head of the Department of Islamic Studies in English at the College of Islamic Studies at the Islamic University of Minnesota, held an urgent meeting for department members in light of the approaching end of the semester on Thursday, September 19, 2024.

Dr. Manal emphasized the importance of preparing for the final exams of the second semester by preparing two versions of the exam for each course, stressing the need to select clear and non-tricky questions, taking into account the burdens and responsibilities that students face alongside their studies. She also highlighted the necessity of completing the entire course content for students in 12 full lectures, reserving the last lecture for review.

Dr. Manal urged faculty members to adhere to the scheduled lecture times and avoid delays, noting that there had been some postponements of lectures in recent days. She praised the excellence of some faculty members in delivering lectures on time and using diverse methods to explain the subject matter.

In closing the meeting, the department head thanked all members, emphasizing the need for serious follow-up to elevate the department to a level of excellence. She also expressed her gratitude to the Dean of the College of Islamic Studies, Dr. Abdulrazzaq Al-Bakri, and to the Vice President of the university and Head of the main center, Dr. Omar bin Ahmed Al-Maqrami, for their support and interest in the department.