Muhammad Shafiq, Ph.D., Professor in Religious Studies, Executive Director of Hickey Center for Interfaith Studies and Dialogue & IIIT Islamic and Interfaith Studies Chair at Golisano Academic Center at Nazareth College. He completed B.A. and M.A. from the University of Peshawar; M.A. and Ph.D. from the Temple University. He teaches comparative religion, theory, and methods in religious studies, Islamic studies, interfaith studies, and Malcolm and Martin. He directs the interdisciplinary minor in interfaith studies. His research interests are mainly in the area of Islam and Interfaith Studies. Shafiq creates a space at Nazareth where civil dialogue and religious discourse are not only fostered, but celebrated. Shafiq introduced a course called Globalization, Inclusivity and Dialogue that is taught at cultural sites across the Rochester area. Originally from Pakistan, Shafiq immigrated to America in 1976. While studying at Temple University, Shafiq became fascinated by religious dialogue. Shafiq has written a variety of books while organizing scholarly conferences and offering workshops and training for teens, teachers, and trainers at Nazareth College’s Hickey Center for Interfaith Studies and Dialogue. His Interfaith Studies and World Religion course promotes empathy, respect, and tolerance.