External Resources and Readings
Education & Research
The Experiences of Students with Concealable Muslim Identities During Peer Interactions in Undergraduate Biology Courses
Edwards, Granados, Mohammed, Aini, Cooper, Barnes & Brownell (2025)
This study explores how undergraduate biology students with concealable Muslim identities experience peer interactions, highlighting how perceived stigma and classroom culture influence how and whether students share their religious identities. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of identity, belonging, and inclusion in biology education.
Muslim Students in K–12 Experiencing Their Faith in the U.S. Schools (Doctoral Dissertation, Syracuse University)
Al-Dubai, Abdulilah M. (2025)
This qualitative study centers the voices of Muslim students in Central New York as they navigate their faith within K–12 public schools. Grounded in Critical Race Theory, the research examines challenges related to prayer, Ramadan, dress, representation, and belonging, while offering practical recommendations for educators and district leaders seeking to build more equitable and supportive school environments.
Toward Culturally Responsive Mentoring of Muslim Research Mentees in the Sciences
Mohammed, Aini, Barnes & Cooper (2024)
This essay discusses culturally responsive mentoring practices tailored to Muslim research mentees in STEM, offering insights and strategies for mentors to better support students whose religious culture may differ from the dominant norms in scientific research environments.