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Dr. Qureshi holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Studies from The University of Chicago Divinity School, an MA in Religion from University of George-Athens, and a BA in Religious Studies from the University of Missouri – Columbia.

He has held several positions at Zaytuna College, including Director of Graduate Studies and Administration. He is also a visiting scholar at University of California-Berkeley. He has published a number of monographs, book chapters, book reviews, and encyclopedia entries.

Dr. Qureshi is thrilled to be joining the faculty at HIU and looks forward to working with its students.
“Mentorship is center to my vocation as a scholar,” he said in his letter of application. “I was fortunate to have had exceptional mentors, and I aspire to continue in their footsteps with my own students.”

Dr. Qureshi will also co-direct the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations.

“I am excited that the Macdonald Center once again have co-directors – one Muslim and one Christian,” said Dr. David D. Grafton, the other Macdonald Center Co-Director. “This is an important symbol of our longstanding commitment to interreligious study and relations at the Center and HIU.”

Hartford International University and the Hartford Institute for Religion Research warmly invite colleagues, alumni, research partners, and friends to a special retirement conference honoring the remarkable career of Scott Thumma. The topic will be Data, Congregations, and the Public Square.

Celebrating the Career of Scott Thumma At Hartford International, you’ll join an interfaith peer group and professors who broaden your perspective and, in turn, deepen your ability to make a difference in a world where the roads no longer diverge – they come together.

As Co-Director of the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations from 1996-2008, Dr. Jane I. Smith made an enormous impact on HIU, then Hartford Seminary. The community mourns her passing at the age of 89.

HIU Mourns the Passing of Dr. Jane I. Smith, Former Co-Director of the Macdonald Center At Hartford International, you’ll join an interfaith peer group and professors who broaden your perspective and, in turn, deepen your ability to make a difference in a world where the roads no longer diverge – they come together.

One month since the big day!

Hartford International University for Religion and Peace is proud to present our Islamic Studies, Christian-Muslim Relations, and Chaplaincy faculty for the coming academic year.

This team represents decades of scholarly excellence, interreligious leadership, and spiritual care. And we are especially delighted to welcome two outstanding new colleagues.

Returning Faculty:

* Dr. Bilal Ansari

* Dr. David D. Grafton

* Dr. Hossein Kamaly

* Dr. Suheil Laher

* Dr. Lucinda Mosher

* Enas Ghassal and Dr. Okan Dogan

New additions, welcome!

* Dr. Jawad Anwar Qureshi

* Chaplain Osman Simsek

This is the team that will shape the next generation of religious leaders.

Millions of Muslims around the world take on the challenge of memorizing the entire Qur’an for spiritual, cultural, and practical reasons. Upon attaining such a highly recognized status, they receive the title of Hafiz or Hafiza (the feminine), an Arabic word meaning "guardian" or "protector." It refers to one who has preserved the Qur'an in their heart, ensuring the text is flawlessly protected against alteration over time. Hakiki, an Indonesian scholar who studied at HIU through the PKUMI program, is one of them.

He Memorized the Entire Qur'an. Then His Life Changed Forever At Hartford International, you’ll join an interfaith peer group and professors who broaden your perspective and, in turn, deepen your ability to make a difference in a world where the roads no longer diverge – they come together.

Congratulations, Dr. Ingrid Mattson!

Yale Honors Former Professor Ingrid Mattson with Doctor of Divinity At Hartford International, you’ll join an interfaith peer group and professors who broaden your perspective and, in turn, deepen your ability to make a difference in a world where the roads no longer diverge – they come together.

Hartford International University for Religion and Peace is excited to announce the addition of two new faculty members who will join other top scholars contributing to HIU’s historic excellence in the fields of Islamic Studies, Christian-Muslim relations, and chaplaincy.

HIU Bolsters Islamic Studies Faculty with 2 New Hires At Hartford International, you’ll join an interfaith peer group and professors who broaden your perspective and, in turn, deepen your ability to make a difference in a world where the roads no longer diverge – they come together.

Michael Centore, editor of Tomorrow's American Catholic, attended Hartford International University's Spiritualities of Resilience symposium and left with far more than a story. "The experience went beyond simple "journalistic" coverage - it touched my soul and inspired me in many ways, and there was a palpable feeling of closeness amongst the participants by the closing prayer at the end of the day," Michael said. Read his full coverage of the day's keynotes on ecological collapse, earth-centering spirituality, and bioregional resilience.

“Spiritualities of Resilience” symposium at Hartford International University explores ways of responding to a planet in crisis The symposium featured presentations, workshops, and opportunities for sharing and reflection.

Dr. Lucinda Mosher and Dr. David Grafton recently facilitated a virtual workshop with the Kaduna Centre for Christian-Muslim Relations, bringing together 25 Muslim and Christian leaders from northern Nigeria to read and reflect on passages from the Bible and the Qur'an together. After gathering in person last year, this year's session moved to Zoom. This workshop is part of a joint leadership certificate program between the Macdonald Center and the Kaduna Centre, fostering understanding and collaboration between faith communities.