Burhan Academy

We aim to provide a comprehensive education that integrates an Islamic viewpoint into the academic curriculum.

Introduction

We are excited to announce the establishment of Burhan Academy, a new Islamic school in our community. Building on the hard work and dedication of existing Islamic schools, we are honored to contribute to the ongoing advancement of Islamic education. Our goal is to enhance the academic excellence and spiritual growth of our students, ensuring they become well-rounded individuals and future leaders. By continuing to innovate and improve, we strive to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically and personally, upholding the values and principles of our faith.

Our Leadership

Board of Trustees

  • Dr. Mufti Yasir Nadeem al Wajidi is the founder and president of Burhan Academy. He is the founder/director of Darul Uloom Online and a lead teacher at Jamiatul Hasnain Indiana USA. He is a writer, public speaker and a debater. He has special interest in refuting atheism, gnosticism and apostasy. He graduated from Darul Uloom Deoband in the year 2001. He also completed a one-year course in the Arabic Language and Literature in 2002, and followed that with a one year Ifta (Legal Verdicts) course in 2003. In 2004, he moved to the United States of America to earn a postgraduate degree in Arabic literature in 2005. In 2012, he completed his Ph.D. at the International Islamic University, Malaysia and his area of specialization was the Prophetic Sciences.
  • Mohammed Tajammul Hussain MD is the Secretary of Burhan Academy. He is a board certified Hematologist and Oncologist. He is actively Involved in Educational, Social and Health Related Activities for Community both in USA and India.
  • Naeem Sarwar is the Treasurer of Burhan Academy. 
  • Dr. Hamid Nazeer is the Vice President of Burhan Academy. He is one of the early graduates from one the first fully accredited Islamic High Schools in North America (CPSA). He has served on the board for this school and has been intimately involved with the progress of Islamic School advancement in the Chicagoland Area and Central Illinois since graduating in 1998. He currently devotes much of his time to the development program of Athletics at his Islamic School Alma Mater. After graduating from High School he spent one year in Elgin, Illinois pursuing his Islamic studies at IIE. Following this he spent 3 years at Benedictine University where he was able to graduate in 3 years and played Division III collegiate football. After graduating from BU he pursued his Medical Degree and is now practicing in the Chicagoland area as an Interventional Radiologist. He’s Fellowship trained in Abdominal Imaging and Vascular & Interventional Radiology from Duke University and Rush University Respectively. Dr. Hamid has a good balanced perspective on the importance of mental, spiritual, and physical development.

Executive Board

  • Dr. Mufti Yasir Nadeem al Wajidi is the chair of the executive board. 
  • Dr. Nisar Ahmad is a seasoned AI innovator, founder of multiple AI companies, and a former professor and Dean with over 25 years of experience in academia and industry. He has a distinguished track record of establishing schools, designing university programs, and leading accreditation processes. Dr. Nisar Ahmed has developed cutting-edge AI products tailored for educational transformation and has contributed significantly to the Healthcare and retail industry. A holder of numerous research articles and AI patents, he combines his expertise with a deep commitment to educational excellence, further enhanced by completing Alimiyat (Islamic Studies), showcasing his broad scholarly and leadership capabilities.
  • Salman Awan holds a Master’s Degree from Carnegie Mellon University. He is an entrepreneur with extensive experience in the technology and finance fields. He is the co-founder and CEO of Masjidal, a leading technology company for Muslims. He also owns multiple income tax offices in Elgin and the surrounding suburbs. 
  • Dr. Hamid Nazeer is a member of the executive board.