Dawah Center Hosts Lecture on Values-Based Education and Talent Development

The Dawah Center at the Islamic University of Minnesota - Main Center, under the supervision of its Director, Dr. Manal Mustafa, organized an academic and educational lecture entitled “Values-Based Education and Talent Development: A Reflection on the Prophet’s Insight in Recognizing Potential and Building Academic Competencies." The lecture was delivered by Dr. Salem Yousef Al-Hussainan and moderated by Dr. Mohammed Al-Shuqairi, with broad participation from university students and those interested in education and educational development.

The lecture was part of the Dawah Center’s academic and educational programs aimed at promoting Islamic values and enhancing educational awareness. It also sought to connect Prophetic guidance with contemporary academic practices by presenting perspectives that combine Islamic scholarly foundations with the requirements of developing university students’ personalities and academic competencies.

During the lecture, Dr. Salem Yousef Al-Hussainan discussed the concept of values-based education and its role in guiding behavior and developing well-balanced personalities. He highlighted its importance in creating an educational environment grounded in principles and ethics. He also explored ways of identifying and developing talents and abilities in light of the Prophetic tradition, highlighting examples of the Prophet’s insight in recognizing human potential and directing it toward excellence and meaningful contribution.

The lecture also addressed the foundations of building academic competencies in the modern era, emphasizing the importance of integrating academic preparation with values-based education. Such an approach contributes to preparing professionals who combine competence with ethical commitment and are capable of effectively serving their communities and institutions.

The event witnessed strong engagement from attendees, with numerous questions and contributions that enriched the discussion and deepened the dialogue on utilizing Islamic values to develop talents and strengthen academic abilities. These efforts contribute to improving the quality of education and supporting the requirements of knowledge development.

The lecture is part of a series of academic and educational programs organized by the Dawah Center, reflecting its commitment to promoting moderate Islamic culture, strengthening ethical and educational development, and offering academic initiatives that contribute to preparing a generation characterized by strong academic knowledge and ethical excellence, in line with the university’s mission of serving society and developing individuals.