Ilesanmi G. Ajibola 5036 Lytle St. Pittsburgh, PA 15207

(412) 326-8524: gabajibola@gmail.com

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

HYvJDqEQFggmMAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.saintleo.edu%2Fmedia%2F567950%2Fsummer_13_final.doc&usg=AFQjCNG_25Hhjw4ukTWu-fmjEEP4GDq_2g&sig2=iLx3xAX1qita3KqPYt4yOQ

[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

+234 – 802‑ 3745689

Dr. Bogdan B. Bucur

Department of Theology,

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PA. 15207, USA

Office: 412.396.1598