Islamic University of Minnesota Achieves Academic and Research Milestones

Islamic University of Minnesota Achieves Academic and Research Milestones

The Islamic University of Minnesota has announced significant academic promotions and research achievements, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and innovation.  

Academic Promotions:   

  1. Dr. Ali El-Shboul (Arabic Language Department) – Assistant to Associate Professor. 
  2. Dr. Siham Abdulbaqi (History and Archaeology Department) – Assistant to Associate Professor.
  3. Dr. Anas Odeibat (College of Educational Sciences) – Assistant to Associate Professor.  
  4. Dr. Yusuf Al-Yafrosi (Quranic Studies Department) – Assistant to Associate Professor.  
  5. Dr. Hiba Abu Ayadeh (Educational Administration Department) – Assistant to Associate Professor.  
  6. Dr. Yusuf Alawneh (College of Educational Sciences) – Assistant to Associate Professor.  
  7. Dr. Buthaina Al-Habash (College of Media) – Associate to Full Professor.  
  8. Dr. Amani Al-Khatlan (College of Educational Sciences) – Assistant to Associate Professor.  

Research Achievements:  

  • Dr. Hadi Barham (Political Science) published a comparative study on Jordanian and Moroccan parliamentary institutions.  
  • Ms. Noor Abdulkhaleq (English Language) explored L2 proficiency and working memory.  
  • Dr. Laith Al-Zawahreh (Family Guidance) studied AI's impact on students' psychological aspects.  
  • Dr. Moamen Thabet (Business Administration) analyzed AR app adoption in retail.  
  • Dr. Hiyam Al-Zoubi (Islamic Economics) examined Islamic financial engineering in the cryptocurrency era.  
  • Dr. Saad Khalid (Islamic Economics) published on Islamic invoice discounting.  

Academic Participation:  

  • Dr. Suhair Al-Helwani (Islamic Studies) presented on scientific research and peaceful coexistence at a December 2024 conference.  
  • Faculty members showcased books at the Cairo International Book Fair 2025, including Dr. Abdulraziq Al-Bakri (7 books) and others.  

Scientific Publications:   

  • Dr. Manal Adam (Business Administration) published on viral marketing's impact on SMEs.  
  • Dr. Hind Al-Jaldawi (Political Science) explored good governance and economic development in Africa.  
  • Dr. Walaa Al-Sayeh (Family Guidance) published on mindfulness-based counseling and meaning therapy techniques.  

Book Publications :   

  • Dr. Ibrahim Al-Bahr (Educational Administration) released Education and Globalization.  
  • Dr. Shaimaa Khattab (History and Archaeology) published The History of Soviet-Israeli Relations in the Palestinian Cause (1974-1991). 

These accomplishments highlight the university's dedication to advancing knowledge and fostering academic growth.