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Ilesanmi G. Ajibola 5036 Lytle St. Pittsburgh, PA 15207
(412) 326-8524: [email protected]
AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST AND RESEARCH
Inter and Intra Religious Dialogue among Christians and between Christians, Muslims and
Indigenous religions adherents. Religious Education and Interreligious Learning.
EDUCATION
Ph.D [ABD] Systematic Theology, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa,
USA 2012 -
Ph.D. in Religious Philosophy, West Africa Christian University, Ota,
Ogun State, Nigeria 2003 - 2007
Dissertation: “Irenaeus Theodicy: A Response the Problem of Human
Suffering in the 21st Century Nigeria”
Co-Directors: Dr. Ben Fias, Prof. Mike Musa
P.G.D. in Education, Federal College of Education, Kano, Nigeria: 2000 - 2001
Thesis: “An investigation into Implementation Difficulties of Nigeria
Secondary Schools’ Christian Religious Studies Curriculum”
M.A. in Theology, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA 1996 - 1998
Comprehensive Examination
B.A. in Religion, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria 1993 - 1996
Magna Cum Laude
Thesis: “Ifa Divination Among the Owe Yoruba [A Theological
Consideration for Christian Field Apostolate].” Director: Dr. Elochukwu E.
Uzukwu, CSSp
B.A. in Philosophy, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA 1990 - 1991
“Being and Time: Spatiality of Dasein and its function in the structure of Dasein’s everyday
circumspective concern”
Director: Prof. Don Keyes
Higher Diploma in Philosophy, Spiritan School of Philosophy/ University of Nigeria, Nsukka,
1987 -1990
Thesis: “The Death of God and Nihilism in Nietzsche’s Philosophy”
Directed: Dr. Oliver Iwuchukwu, CSSp
OTHER PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES
Certificate of Completion: GoToTraining Virtual Classroom Basic Webinar. Duquesne University.
McAnulty College & Graduate School of Liberal Arts. Fall 2016
Advance Certificate, University Teaching, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh Pa. 2015
Certificate, University Teaching, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh Pa. 2014
Certificate of Completion: BTBB: Harnessing the Power of Multimedia. Duquesne University.
McAnulty College & Graduate School of Liberal Arts. Summer 2014
Certificate of Completion: Blackboard 9. Duquesne University. McAnulty College & Graduate School
of Liberal Arts. Fall 2013
TEACHING EXPERIENCES
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Teaching Assistant/ Course Instructor Fall 2014, Fall 2016
Taught UCOR 143 Global and Cultural Perspectives of Religion
Federal College of Education, Zaria, Nigeria
Tenured Faculty in Religious Studies Department 2001 -
Taught Courses in Ecumenism and Inter-religious Dialogue
Philosophy of Religion, Introduction to the Bible, Intro. to the Study of Religions
Federal College of Education, Kano, Nigeria
Adjunct Instructor in Religious Studies Department
Synoptic Gospel, History of Christianity in W/Africa 2000 - 2001
Edoja Community Secondary School, Ibaji, Kogi State 1997 - 1999
Part Time Teacher 2001 -
Taught Christian Religious Knowledge, Literature in English
MEMBERSHIP OF LEARNED AND PROFESSIONAL BODIES
AAR American Academy of Religion
TRCN Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria
SRAE Society for Research and Academic Excellence
NABKTN National association of Bible Knowledge Teachers of Nigeria
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES TAUGHT
Undergraduates Program Certificate Program
History and Religion of Israel Introduction to the Study of the Bible
Dialogue in a Pluralistic Society Introduction to the Theology of Old Testament
Philosophy of Religion Theology of the Synoptic Gospel
Phenomenology of Religion Philosophy of Religion
Christian Dogma Christian Doctrine
Hermeneutics Ecumenism and Inter- Religious Dialogue
*Global and Cultural Perspectives N.C.E Research director
Undergraduate Research Director Students’ Teaching Supervision
* Undergraduate Core At Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa. USA
POSITIONS HELD
Editor - in - Chief: Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies: A Publication of the Dept.
of Christian Religious Studies, Federal College of Education, Zaria. 2010 –
Member, ZAJES [Zaria Journal of Educational Studies] Committee. 2010 –
Secretary: Editorial Board: Kubanni Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. 2010 –
Member: Production Committee of Kakaaki Journal of moral and religious studies. 2010 – 2012
Chairman: Teaching Manual Production Committee CRS Dept. FCE, Zaria 2010 – 2012
Department Subject Coordinator for Nigeria Certificate in Education Part Time
Program. 2010 – 2012
Member, Local Organizing Committee: School of Arts and Social Sciences 2009
Conference. 2009
Departmental B. ED Project Coordinator, February 2008 - 2010 2008 - 2011
Member, Local Organizing Committee: School of Arts and Social Sciences 2007
Conference. 2007
Editorial Board Member, Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies: A Publication the
Dept. of CRS Department, F.C.E, Zaria. 2006 – 2009
Member (Secretary) Committee for (the clearance) of Backlog carry over cases from
2002 – 2005 2005 – 2008
Secretary: Panel on Project Surcharging and Sexual Harassment Cases. 2004
Assistant, Undergraduate Examination Officer and Program Coordinator for
Christian Religious Studies Department 2002 – 2005
Editorial Board Member, The Messenger: A Journal of Contemporary Issues on
Religion, CRS Department, F.C.E, Zaria. 2001 – 2002
PUBLICATIONS: BOOKS, BOOK REVIEWS AND ARTICLES
Books
[2016]. An Introduction to the Study of Religion. Nigeria, Zaria. Esonaj Publishers. ISBN 978-
978-954-211-6 (240).
2015]. An Introduction to Bible Basics and History. Nigeria, Zaria. Esonaj Publishers. ISBN:
978-978-954-210-9 (193).
[2010]. Elucidation on Moral Philosophy. Nigeria, Zaria. Esonaj Publishers. ISBN 978-978-
903-684-(85). Co-authored with Ujata, A S.
[2008]. Elucidation on Philosophy of Religion: Bk 1. Nigeria, Zaria. Esonaj Publishers. ISBN
978-978-085-209-2 (221).
[2007]. Christian Dogma. Zaria: Nigeria. Esonaj Publisher. ISBN 978-070-170-2 (135). Co-
authored with Bakut, L. G.
[2003]. Symmachus Unearthed, A Handbook On Ecumenism And Inter Religious Dialogue For
Tertiary Schools. Zaria, Nigeria: Faith Printers International. ISBN 978-36610 -4-3 (183).
[2002]. A Concise Handbook on Philosophy of Religion for Tertiary Schools. Zaria, Nigeria:
Faith Printers International. ISBN 978-36132-9-4 (116).
Book Reviews
[2016]. Searching for a Universal Ethic: Multidisciplinary, Ecumenical, and Interfaith
Responses to the Catholic Natural Law Tradition. Edited by John Barkman and William
C. Mattison III. Grand Rapids, MI: William B. Eerdmans., 2014. Pp. xi + 327. $35.00.
Religious Studies Review 42(2):95-95 · June 2016 http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/rsr.12381/epdf?r3_referer=wol&tracking_action=preview_click&show_che
ckout=1&purchase_referrer=onlinelibrary.wiley.com&purchase_site_license=LICENSE_DENIED_NO_CUSTOMER
[2015]. Option for the Poor and for the Earth: Catholic Social Teachings. Donal Dorr.
Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books, 2012. Pp.vi+522. $38.00. In Religious studies Review. 41(1)
17. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/rsr.12194_2/full
[2015]. Prophetic Rage. Johnny Benard Hill. Grand Rapids, MI: William B. Eerdmans
Publishing Company, 2013. Pp.x + 170. $25.00. In Religious studies Review. 41(1) 17.
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/rsr.12194_3/full
[2013]. Can Muslims and Christians resolve their Religious and social conflicts?: Cases from
Africa and the United States. Iwuchukwu, Marinus C. and Brian Stiltner. Lewiston, NY:
Edwin Mellen Press, 2013. Pp. xviii + 293. In Bulletin of Ecumenical Theology
25(2013)140-144. https://www.academia.edu/10766412/Can_Muslims_and_Christians_resolve_their_Religious_and_social_c
onflicts_Cases_from_Africa_and_the_United_States._Iwuchukwu_Marinus_C_and_Brian_Stiltner
Chapters in Books
[2016]. Christian Religious Studies Curriculum and Nigeria’s Sitz im Leben. Chapter 1. In
Bongotons, O. I., and Aihiokhai, S. [Eds]. Dimensions in Post-Secondary School Christian
Religious Studies Curriculum in Nigeria. New York, USA: International Institute for
Science, Technology and Education. ISBN: 13-978-1532917806. (250). 1–13. https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Post-Secondary-Christian-Religious-Curriculum/dp/1532917805
[2016]. A Religious Study of Faith and Doubt. Chapter 2. In Bongotons, O. I., and Aihiokhai, S.
[Eds]. Dimensions in Post-Secondary School Christian Religious Studies Curriculum in
Nigeria. New York, USA: International Institute for Science, Technology and Education.
ISBN: 13-978-1532917806. (250). 15-28. https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Post-Secondary-
Christian-Religious-Curriculum/dp/1532917805
[2016]. The Relevance of Philosophy of Religion to Christian Religious Studies. Chapter 3. In
Bongotons, O. I., and Aihiokhai, S. [Eds]. Dimensions in Post-Secondary School Christian
Religious Studies Curriculum in Nigeria. New York, USA: International Institute for
Science, Technology and Education. ISBN: 13-978-1532917806. (250). 28-41. https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Post-Secondary-Christian-Religious-Curriculum/dp/1532917805
[2016]. Towards a Culture of Christian Unity and a Spirit of inter-religious Dialogue. Chapter 5.
In Bongotons, O. I., and Aihiokhai, S. [Eds]. Dimensions in Post-Secondary School
Christian Religious Studies Curriculum in Nigeria. New York, USA: International
Institute for Science, Technology and Education. ISBN: 13-978-1532917806.(250). 68-86. https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Post-Secondary-Christian-Religious-Curriculum/dp/1532917805
[2016]. The Old Testament Prophets Of Israel and their contemporary Relevance to 21stC
Nigeria. Chapter 8. In Bongotons, O. I., and Aihiokhai, S. [Eds]. Dimensions in Post-
Secondary School Christian Religious Studies Curriculum in Nigeria. New York, USA:
International Institute for Science, Technology and Education. ISBN: 13-978-1532917806.
(250). 127-140. https://www.amazon.com/Dimensions-Post-Secondary-Christian-Religious-
Curriculum/dp/1532917805
[2012]. Integration of ICT into the Christian Religious Studies Curriculum for Effective
Promotion of the ‘ʹChrist Project in the Changing Nigeria Society. Chapter 3. In Arts and
Social Sciences Education: The Imperative of Social Change: Current trends and issues in
Arts and Social Sciences Education. Adedokun, O.M, PhD. [Ed]. Zaria: School of Arts
and social Sciences, F.C.E. Pp.38-50
[2012]. Assessment of ICT Skills Application in Christian Religious Studies Pedagogy: An
FCE, Zaria Experience. Chapter 6. In Arts and Social Sciences Education: The Imperative
of Social Change: Current trends and issues in Arts and Social Sciences Education.
Adedokun, O.M, PhD.[Ed]. Zaria: School of Arts and Social Sciences, F.C.E. Pg. 84-101
[2012]. Philosophy of Religion. Chapter 3 in the Teaching Manual of the Department of
Christian Religious Studies. A Publication of the Department of Christian Religious
Studies, F.C.E, Zaria. ISBN: 978-978-914-205-7. pg.33-58.
[2012]. Ecumenism and Religious Dialogue. Chapter 3 in the Teaching Manual of the
Department of Christian Religious Studies. A Publication of the Department of Christian
Religious Studies, F.C.E, Zaria. ISBN: 978-978-914-205-7. pg.116-128.
[2012]. Synoptic Gospels. Chapter 3 in the Teaching Manual of the Department of Christian
Religious Studies. A Publication of the Department of Christian Religious Studies, F.C.E,
Zaria. ISBN: 978-978-914-205-7. pg.176-194. Co-authored with Apeabu J. A.
[2011]. Introduction to the Bible. Chapter 3 in the Teaching Manual of The Department Of
Christian Religious Studies. A Publication of the Department of Christian Religious
Studies, F.C.E, Zaria. ISBN: 978-978-914-205-7. pg.16-27.
[2006]. Corrupt Practices and the Phenomenon of the human conscience. Chapter 22:
Corruption and teacher Education in Nigeria: The way forward. A Publication of School
of Arts and Social Sciences. Zaria: .F.C.E.
Journal articles
[2016]. Impact of General Study Courses on Individuals’ views of the Religious Other in F.C.E,
Zaria. Journal of Arts and Culture. 11[1].
[2016]. Boko Haram Insurgence and the Catholic Bishops’ response of forgiveness. Kakaaki
Journal of Moral and Religious Studies. 7(1) 48-67
[2015]. A Hermeneutics of Catholic Social Thought on Preferential Option for the Poor and the
Imperative of Principled Charity. Journal of Research in Arts and Social Science
Education. A publication of the Department of Arts and Social Science Education,
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. 5 [1]. 68-84.
[2015]. Augustine’s Just War Ethics In Reinhold Niebuhr’s Realism And Jean Bethke Elshtain’s
Selected Works: A Response To The Boko Haram Insurgence in North East Nigeria. IOSR
Journal of Humanities And Social Science (IOSR-JHSS), 20 [12]. 74 – 82.
http://iosrjournals.org/iosr-jhss/papers/Vol20-issue12/Version-3/K0201237482.pdf
[2015]. Joseph Ratzinger’s Theological Hermeneutics For Christians’ Faith Enhancement: An
Appraisal. Ilorin Journal of Religious Studies, (IJOURELS), 5 [2]. 97–113.
http://www.ajol.info/index.php/ijrs/article/view/129143/118702
[2015]. A Functional Approach to Nostrae Aetate in Muslim/ Christian Environment of
Northern Nigeria. Obudu Journal of Arts and Social Sciences [1]. 97–116.
[2014]. A Hermeneutical Application of the Iconic Gaze in Jean-Luc Marion’s Postmodern
Phenomenology to Galatian 3:28: A Template for an Expression of Christian Love”.
International Journal of Philosophy and Theology, 2(4), pp. 129-150. DOI:
10.15640/ijpt.v2n4a8 URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.15640/ijpt.v2n4a8
[2013]. The Practice of Oracular Consultation among South-Western Nigerian Catholics and
Terrence Tilley’s Theory of Tradition and Rules for Religious Claims. The International
Journal of African Catholicism, Summer 2013. Volume 4, Number 2. 2–24. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjf_baO6tHPAhVQ3mMK
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[2012]. Correlation of Myth, Ritual and Social Renewal In Ifa Divination: An Exercise In
Inculturation Theology. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious
and Moral Studies. 5[1].104–109.
[2012]. Strategizing Christian Religious Studies Curriculum for Successful Implementation of
Vision 20/2020. Kubanni Journal of Arts and Social Sciences. A Journal of the
Association of Arts and Social Science Teachers. 2012, 1[1].182 –192.
[2011]. A Christian response to Nietzsche and the death of God theology for objective Christian
moral development. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious and
Moral Studies. 4[1].16–22.
[2010]. Integrating Information and Communication Technologies (ITCS) in attaining the
objectives of Christian Religious Studies curriculum. Kubanni Journal of Arts and Social
Sciences: A Journal of the Association of Arts and Social Science Teachers [1].120 – 124.
[2009]. Exploration of common religious heritage of Islam and Christianity in religious conflict
resolution in Nigeria. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious
and Moral Studies. 2[2].17–22.
[2009]. The role of religion in Nation building. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A
Publication of Religious and Moral Studies. 2[2].60–64. Co-authored with Ajibola, F. O.
[2008]. Engendering effective universal basic education objectives in Nigeria through quality
Christian religious studies teachers. Journal of Educational Research and Development
(JERD). 4[1].82–90.
[2008]. The Nigeria constitution, democracy and the practice of religion in Nigeria. Kakaaki
Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious and Moral Studies. 2[1].37–42.
[2008]. A Christian religious prescription for combating corruption among teachers. Kakaaki
Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious and Moral Studies. 2[1].116–118.
Co-authored with Ajibola, F. O.
[2007]. The Moral Question of the Practice of Alemoko for Christianity among the Owe People
of Kogi State. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious and Moral
Studies. 1[2].22–31. Co-Authored with Onilu A.
[2007]. A Christian Response to Fetishism in Politics in Nigeria. Kubanni Journal of Arts and
Social Sciences: A Journal of the Association of Arts and Social Science Teachers [1].120
– 124.
[2007]. The paradox of the clergy and partisan politics in Nigeria: an ecclesio-theological
exposition. Kakaaki Journal of Religious Studies. A Publication of Religious and Moral
Studies. 1[1].23–27
[2006]. The Moral Behavior of Christian Youths in Secondary School: A Function of CRS
Curriculum. Nigerian Journal of Professional Teachers. Abuja. Teachers Registration
Council of Nigeria. 1[2].147 – 157.
[2005]. Philosophy and Christian Dogma: The meeting point. Kubanni Journal of Arts and
Social Sciences, 2 [3]. 134 – 139.
[2004]. Shedding Religious Myopism. Kubanni Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, F.C.E,
Zaria. 1 [1 & 2]. 119 – 128.
[2002]. AIDS Scourge, AIDS Education and National Unity [A Socio- Religious Approach]. A
Journal of Arts and Social Sciences Forum. 3[1]: 77 – 85.
[2002]. The Christian Attitude towards Ifa Divination, XAXRED, Journal of Religion, Adeyemi
College of Education, Akure, 3 [1 & 2]: 70 – 78.
[2001]. Inter Religious dialogue: Sharing the beauty of God's glory. The Messenger: A Journal
of Contemporary Issues in Religion, F.C.E Zaria, 1 [1]. 25 – 30.
CONFERENCES AND PAPERS PRESENTED
[2016]. Qur’anic and Biblical Panacea to Bad Governance in Nigeria. A paper presented at the
11th National Conference of the School of Arts and Sciences, Federal College of
Education, Zaria. Theme: Good Governance and Nigeria’s National Development: The
role of Arts and Social Sciences Education. Venue: Nasir el Rufai Hall, Federal College of
Education, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Date: July 29 – June 3.
[2016]. Benedict XVI and the Limits of Historical-Critical Method of Biblical Criticism for
Christians’ Spiritual Development. A paper presented at the 11th International
Conference on Arts and Science for Sustainable Development. Theme: Research and
Development in the Third World: Lessons Learnt and Innovative Perspectives. Venue:
Conference Hall, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, Abuja, F.C.T.,
Nigeria. Date: February 8-11.
[2016]. An Appraisal of Nigeria Catholic Bishops’ Ethics of Forgiveness of the Boko Haram
Insurgence. A paper presented at the Society for Research and Academic Excellence 2016
International Conference. Theme: Repositioning Research in Arts And Social Sciences.
Venue: Niger Hall, C.E.C., University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. Date: 8th to 11th
February.
[2016]. Innovative Christian Advocacy for the Poor and Needy In the Search for Sustainable
Development in Nigeria. A paper presented at the 11th International Conference on Arts
and Science for Sustainable Development. Theme: Research and Development in the
Third World: Lessons Learnt and Innovative Perspectives. Venue: Conference Hall,
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, Abuja, F.C.T., Nigeria. Date: :
February 8-11.
[2016]. Divine Fluidity and Fragmentation Model of God: A Theological Basis for Profound
Muslim/Christian Dialogue in Nigeria. A paper presented at the Society for Research and
Academic Excellence 2016 International Conference. Theme: Repositioning Research In
Arts And Social Sciences. Venue: Niger Hall, C.E.C., University of Nigeria, Nsukka,
Enugu State. Date: 8th to 11th February.
[2015]. Impact of General Study Courses on individuals’ views of the religious other in Federal
College of Education, Zaria. A paper presented at the 10th International Conference on
Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development. Theme: Research and Sustainable
Development in the Third World: Experience and Future Plans of Intellectuals. Venue:
SUG Parliament Hall, Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt,
Nigeria. Date: November 30 – December 03.
[2013]. Foundationalism and the Sustenance of Social Renewal in Divinatory Literary
Depository: A perception of the Ifà literary corpus. Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa.
USA. Theme: (anti)Foundations: An Interdisciplinary Conference. March, 15-16.
[2012]. Religious education pedagogy and ICT skills application in Christian Religious Studies
Department, F.C.E, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 1st AFTRA
Teaching and Learning Conference in Africa, co-located with the 7th International
Conference on ICT for Development, Education and Training, Cotonou, Republic of
Benin. Theme: Repositioning Teaching and Learning in Africa for Global
Competitiveness. 23rd – 24th May, 2012.
[2010]. A case for Christian Inculturation of African Land Signification for Environmental
Sustainability. A paper presented at the 23rd Annual Conference of the National
Association for the Study of Religion and Education, Federal College of Education,
Obudu. Cross River State. Nigeria. Date: July 5th - 9th.
[2009]. Promoting the Christ project through the integration of ICTs in Christian Religious
Studies Curriculum. A paper presented at the NAEMT 30th Annual Convention and
National Conference. Venue: University of Uyo. Date: 6th - 8th October.
[2009]. A practicable theodicy for the 21st century Nigeria Christians in the implementation
process of the 7 point agenda. A paper presented at the Annual National Conference of the
School of Arts and Social Sciences, Federal College of Education, Zaria, July 27th – 30th.
[2008]. Strategizing Christian Religious Studies Curriculum for Successful Implementation of
Vision 20/2020. A paper presented at the 2008 Annual Conference of National
Commission for Colleges of Education. [N.C.C.E]. Theme: Teacher Education and Vision
20/2020. At FCE, Zaria. Date: 15th – 17th December.
[2008]. Engendering effective universal basic education objectives in Nigeria through quality
Christian religious studies teachers. A paper presented at the 1st National Conference of
Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union [COEASU]. Venue: Adeniran Ogunsanya
College of Education Otto/Ijanikin, Lagos. Date: 21st –23rd May.
[2007]. The Nigeria constitution, democracy and the practice of religion in Nigeria. A paper
presented at the 5th annual national conference of the National Association for the
Promotion of Studies in Religions, Education, Languages and General Studies. Theme:
Nigerian Democracy: The Journey So Far. Venue: Federal College of Education (Special)
Oyo. Date: 4th – 8th June.
[2005]. Strategies and Practice In Church And State Development Cooperation, A paper
presented at an International Academic Conference. Theme: Church and State In
Development The African Experience. Venue: All Saints Seminary, Ekpoma, Edo State,
Nigeria, 25th – 29th October.
[2005]. Religious Typology for Corruption in Education, A paper presented at the Annual
National Conference of the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Federal College of
Education, Zaria, July 4 – 6.
[2005]. Strategies and Practice In Church And State Development Cooperation, A paper
presented at an International Academic Conference. Theme: Church and State In
Development The African Experience. Venue: All Saints Seminary, Ekpoma, Edo State,
Nigeria, 25th – 29th October.
[2005]. Refocusing CRS curriculum for National Security. A paper presented at the 18th Annual
Conference of National Association for the Study of Religions and Education [NASRED].
At Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin. Theme: Religion and National Security, May
23 – 25.
[2004]. Christian Ethics: A Function of Information Technology. A paper presented at the 6th
Annual Conference of the School of Education, Federal College of Education, Kano.
Theme: Education, Information Technology and Development, July 26 – 29.
[2002]. Terrorism and National Unity: The Nigerian Religious Experience. A paper presented at
the Civil Right Congress Seminar at Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna. Topic: Terrorism, Politics,
Religion and Peace: Nigeria and Beyond, September 10 – 11.
[2001]. AIDS Scourge, AIDS Education and National Unity [A Socio-Religious Approach]. A
paper presented at the National Association for the Promotion of Studies in Arts and
Social Sciences Conference, held at the University Auditorium, Federal University of
Technology, Akure. Theme: Critical issues in National Unity, July 30 – August 3.
PROFESSIONAL SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
[2015]. Workshop for Teachers on Academic and Professional Development. Organized by
College of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU), Federal College of Education,
Zaria Chapter. Venue: Federal College of Education, Zaria. 2015, 26th -29th October
2015, February 10th
. “Rubrics to Promote and Assess student Learning: Hands-On”. Ryan Luchs
and Laurel Willingham-McLain. Center For Teaching Excellence [CTE] workshop.
Duquesne University.
2015, February 5th
. Article study "she needs a haircut and a new pair of shoes”. Center For
Teaching Excellence [CTE] workshop. Duquesne University. Facilitated by Michael
McGravey, CTE.
2015, January 26. “ Predatory Publishing: What You Don't Know CAN Hurt You...”. Presenter:
Joan Such Lockhart (Nursing), Charlotte Myers (Gumberg Library), and David Nolfi
(Gumberg Library)
2014, March 31st. “Understanding International Graduate Students’ Experiences and
Perspectives.” With Michael McGravey, University Teaching Consultant, Centre or
Teaching Excellence, Duquesne University.
2014, February 20th
. "Developing Your Teaching Persona". Facilitators: Ashley Kunsa, English,
Michael McGravey, CTE, Erin Rentschler, CTE.
2013, October 17th
. "Developing a Teaching Portfolio" with Michael McGravey & Erin
Rentschle. Center For Teaching Excellence [CTE] workshop. Duquesne University.
2013, October 9. “Writing a Statement of Teaching Philosophy” with Michael McGravey & Erin
Rentschle. Center For Teaching Excellence [CTE] workshop. Duquesne University.
2013, September 17th
. “CV, Cover Letter and Research Statement”. TA workshop with Erin E.
Rentschler & Michael McGravey, University Teaching Consultant, Centre or Teaching
Excellence, Duquesne University.
2013, September 10th
. “Introduction Session: University Teaching Certificate” TA workshop
with Erin E. Rentschler & Michael McGravey, University Teaching Consultant, Centre or
Teaching Excellence, Duquesne University.
2012, November 14th
. “Publish or Perish” with Susan Wadsworth-Both. Center For Teaching
Excellence [CTE] workshop. Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa. USA. November 14,
2012.
2012, November 6th
. “Getting Ready for the Interview” with Alexandra Gregaory Tim Evans.
Center For Teaching Excellence [CTE] workshop. Duquesne University.
RESEARCH WORKS AND Ph.D. SEMINARS
2016 [in progress], A Theological Analysis Of Confessional-Centric Curriculum Of Christian
Religious Education: Towards an Inclusive Religious Pluralistic Centered Curriculum for
Nigeria Colleges of Education
2014, Spring. A Hermeneutical Application of the Iconic Gaze In Jean-Luc Marion’s Postmodern
Phenomenology To Galatian 3:28: A Template for an Expression of Christian Love
2014, Spring. Preferential Option For The Poor In Catholic Social Thought And The Imperative
Of Principled Charity
2013, Fall. Ecological Stewardship:From Liturgical Practices to Ecological Ethics (An Owe-
Yoruba Experience).
2013, Fall. An Appraisal of Joseph Ratzinger’s Theological Hermeneutics for Christians’ Faith
Enhancement.
2013, Fall. Functional Understanding of Church as Family of God: Implications for a New
Evangelization among the Laity in Catholic Diocese of Zaria, Northern Nigeria.
2013, Spring. An Assessment of the Nigerian Catholic Bishops’ forgiveness approach to the
Boko Haram insurgence in Nigeria: Towards a meaningful Ethics of forgiveness
2013, Spring. A Functional Approach to Implementing the Ideals of Nostrae Aetate in
Muslim/Christian Environment of Northern Nigeria
2012, Fall. Early Judaic Fluidity Model of God: A Basis for Christian /Muslim Religious
Dialogue in Nigeria.
2012, Fall. Beyond Terrence Tilley's Theory of Tradition to the Application of his Rules for
Religious claims.
2012, Fall. A Contextual Assessment of Augustine's Just War Ethic in Reinhold Niebuhr's
Realism and Jean Bethke Elshtain's Just War Against Terror: A Case Study of Boko Haram
Insurgence in Northern Nigeria.
2001. An investigation into the Difficulty of CRS Curriculum implementation.
1996. Ifa Divination Among the Owe Yoruba [A Theological Consideration for Christian Field
Apostolate].
1991. Being and Time: Spatiality of Dasein and its function in the structure of Dasein's everyday
circumspective concern.
1990. The Death of God and Nihilism in Nietzsche's Philosophy.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Computer and software appreciation
Indoor Sports: Table tennis
Reading books on mystery religions
REFEREES
Pst. Amos Ujata
Head: Department of Christian
Religious Studies,
Federal College of Education,
P.M.B 1041, Zaria,
Kaduna State, Nigeria
+234 – 802‑ 37456
Rev. Samuel Alifa
Head of Department Philosophy and
Religion
University of Abuja
Abuja
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Dr. Bogdan B. Bucur
Department of Theology,
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA. 15207, USA
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