University of Samarra Lecturer Earns PhD in Islamic Studies
Assistant Lecturer Nour Al-Huda Rashid Khalifa, a faculty member at the College of Islamic Sciences, University of Samarra, has earned her PhD in Islamic Creed and Thought from the same college, after defending her dissertation titled:
“Contemporary Technology and Its Effects from Islamic and Christian Perspectives – A Comparative Study.”
In her research, Rashid aimed to explore the extent to which technology aligns with the teachings and concepts of the Islamic and Christian faiths. She also sought to highlight the challenges posed by modern technology—such as artificial intelligence, social media, and hologram technology—on religious communities. Her study offers an academic perspective that enriches interdisciplinary dialogue between religion and contemporary technology, thereby enhancing cultural, intellectual, and scholarly discourse in university libraries.
The researcher concluded that technology is a neutral tool that can be used for good or evil depending on the user’s intent. Islam encourages the use of technology to serve humanity and advance life, provided it does not conflict with religious values and principles.
On another note, the study emphasized the importance of digital media in spreading religious knowledge and fostering interfaith dialogue. It stressed that technologies impacting society should be guided by ethical considerations that uphold love and responsibility toward others.
On behalf of the University of Samarra, the Department of Media and Governmental Communication congratulates Nour Al-Huda Rashid Khalifa on earning a higher academic degree in her field, wishing her continued success in her academic and research journey.
