05/07/2026
Early this morning, Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Higher Education Board to issue a ceast & desist to newly founded Texas American Muslim University at Dallas (TexAM).
Governor Abbott released the following statement:
"I directed the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to issue a Cease & Desist to "TexAM," an unauthorized Islamic educational institution operating illegally in Texas.
If they refuse to comply, legal action will follow.
Texas will not allow illegal educational institutions to operate in our state."
According to TexAM's website, "TexAM University is the first university in the United States to offer STEM degree programs embedded with mandatory courses in Islamic Studies. The university provides specialized programs that integrate modern technology with Islamic principles, empowering students with skills in digital innovation while upholding Islamic values. Our graduates are prepared to excel in diverse fields such as Islamic finance, digital services, and religious education in today’s technology-driven world."
Their academic calender has classes starting as early as this summer.