Dissertation Title: Islamic Tarbiya and Postmodern Parenting: A Comparison of the Islamic and Postmodern Concept of Child-Rearing
Candidate: Atia Borovnica
Date & Time: Thursday, July 16th, 2026 — 3:15 PM CT
Format: Online (public attendance welcome)
Dissertation Committee:
– Shaykh Dr. Saad Hassanin
– Dr. Jamel Ben Ameur
– Dr. Fethi Kamsheh
– Dr. Waleed Edrees Al-Meneese (IUM Founder, President & Chancellor)
Join us as Atia Borovnica defends her doctoral dissertation examining the concept of tarbiya (Islamic child-rearing) in contrast with postmodern parenting frameworks. This defense marks a significant milestone for both the candidate and the Islamic University of Minnesota community.
The event is open to faculty, students, and members of the public.