International Muslim Education Scholars During Doctoral Studies: Visions, Obstacles, and Negotiations

• In Event: New Insights in Education

Abstract

This paper presents a critical discussion of visioning for two international students from Muslim backgrounds as they explore their goals in light of recent changes to immigration policies in the United States. Using a narrative approach, this paper investigates the two students’ multiple social memberships and experiences intersecting to shape their identities as graduate students and scholars.The goal is to make the voices of underrepresented individuals heard, informing scholars and the public about their identity development journey. Discussion centers on evolving visions as emerging scholars, teachers, and doctoral students in light of the complexities of the current cultural, and racial changes in the United States.

Author

• Mohamed Elhess, Minnesota State University - Mankato