About the Author

Chaplain Usama Malik is an Austin area native, having resided within the 512 for his whole life. Usama completed his undergraduate studies from the University of Texas at Austin in 2015. After graduation, Usama attended Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary for study as a chaplain, and graduated in May 2020 earning his Master of Divinity along with completing a unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Usama currently serves as the Program Coordinator for the Office of Student Affairs and Vocation at Austin Seminary, serving students from all backgrounds and helping them find their footing during seminary. He is currently completing a Graduate Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy from Hartford Seminary and also serves as a member and Secretary for the Association of Muslim Chaplains (AMC). Alongside his work and school, Usama specializes in the areas of organizational development and management, marketing, graphic design, and digital media. Outside of work and school, Usama has a passion for photography, traveling, hiking, and walking and is a proud parent along with his wife Sara to three rabbits: Raja, Quinn, and Truffles.