SOURCE: May We All Become Pathfinders | Reflections The Qur’an asks us, “Where, then, are you going?” (81:26). We live in an age of seemingly incomprehensible turmoil. Amid such political and environmental tribulations, our American society is in the grip of xenophobia and anti-Muslim bigotry. More than ever, the nation must re-examine its assumptions about...Read More

Learning the Prophet’s (s) leadership traits is especially vital in today’s complex world. His model embodies integrity, compassion, justice, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of others—qualities urgently needed as societies face rising conflict, moral confusion, and fractured communities. ⁠ ⁠ The Prophet (s) led by example, inspiring transformation not through power or...Read More

Abdullah al Mamun is dedicated to strengthening Muslim-led institutions that uphold the prophetic legacy of education, justice, and service. In July 2025, he was appointed Chief Strategy Officer at The Islamic Seminary of America (TISA), where he leads advancement, strategic growth, and efforts to make TISA sustainable as a premier institution offering graduate degrees in...Read More

From July 18 to 20, 2025, the Prophetic Youth Leadership Conference (PYLC) landed in Sacramento, arriving at the beautifully renewed Salam Islamic Center. This gathering was more than just a course. It marked TISA’s long-awaited in-person debut in California, warmly anticipated and welcomed by all.Twenty-two remarkable young leaders traveled from across the country–places as far...Read More

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, The Islamic Seminary of America (TISA) held its second commencement ceremony in Richardson, Texas, awarding master’s degrees to 7 students from the class of 2024 and 2025.  It was a day filled with joy, reflection, and a deep sense of accomplishment as we recognized the hard work and dedication of our...Read More

A TISA Short Course for College Students: The Fundamentals of Prophetic Leadership, hosted by the Center for Ethical and Effective Organizational Leadership (CEEOL), a partnership between TISA and Rabata, took place this past weekend, February 14-16, 2025, at TISA Headquarters in Richardson, Texas. Building on the success of previous events, this intensive three-day short course...Read More

TISA recognizes the pivotal role that women play in shaping our communities, institutions, and the future of Islamic leadership. Women’s Initiative in Learning & Leadership Scholarship is dedicated to empowering Muslim women through education, leadership training, and active involvement in the development of our institution. If interested in applying for this scholarship, please mention the...Read More

Huzaifah Islam-Khan, TISA teaching assistant and writing fellow, is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Islamic Institute of Burma. He aims to be part of the solution for the unique difficulties faced by Muslims in Myanmar (Burma) by working with the Islamic Institute of Burma. The Institute focuses on making Islamic knowledge more accessible in...Read More

Almost four years since beginning to offer graduate degree courses in August 2019, Alhamdulillah TISA has announced its very first graduate. His name is Omar M. Al-Ani and he resides in Memphis, TN where he is the youth director at Masjid al-Rahman and an Islamic Studies teacher at Pleasant View Islamic School. He joined the...Read More

The foundations of Iman are the basis of our religion. When you are constructing a building, the building can only be as strong as the foundation. You cannot see the foundation of the building because itlies underneath the ground, away from the human eye. However, you can see the building on top of the ground, and continue adding...Read More