Texas officials have instructed a Muslim university in the Dallas area to close. The order followed accusations of the school offering degrees without state approval.
On May 6, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board sent a letter to TexAM University at Dallas. It stated the entity must stop advertising, offering, and enrolling students in degrees until it applies for and receives a Certificate of Authority.
The Board claimed the school operates illegally by offering STEM degree programs online and at its Richardson campus.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced legal action against TexAM University at Dallas. The lawsuit accuses the school of unlawfully presenting itself as a university.
The institution’s branding and name were also deemed misleading, resembling Texas A&M University.
In a response, TexAM’s founder Shahid A. Bajwa expressed surprise at the lawsuit. Bajwa stated they are open to resolving issues and have complied with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s instructions.
Bajwa insisted the school had not operated as a university or charged students any fees. The website and social media accounts have been removed.
Bajwa also acknowledged the name similarity with Texas A&M University, mentioning an agreement to address the issue.
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