AMISUN
The Straight Path (Qur'an 1:6)
Islamic Studies & Comparative Religion
The Deanship of Islamic Studies & Comparative Religion develops Islamic and interfaith programs that foster global understanding. It advances scholarship in Qur'anic studies, theology, and dialogue among faith traditions.
Core Responsibilities
- Comparative religion and interfaith dialogue programs
- Curriculum leadership in Islamic studies and theology
- Ethical leadership formation rooted in Islamic values
- Public lectures and community education on faith traditions
- Research in Qur'anic studies, hadith, and jurisprudence
- Scholarship exchange with global Islamic institutions
Mission
To advance Islamic scholarship and promote respectful engagement with other faiths, cultivating graduates who can contribute to global interreligious harmony.
Strategic Focus
- Community engagement and religious literacy
- Interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding initiatives
- Islamic ethics in public discourse and governance
- Preservation of Islamic intellectual heritage
- Qur'anic interpretation and contemporary relevance
