Under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Shaya, Jouf University celebrated the winners of the Holy Qur’an and Sunnah Competition for the Academic Year 1447 AH.
In a Ramadan atmosphere filled with faith, and in a solemn academic scene where the spirituality of the Qur’an harmonized with the University’s educational mission, Jouf University, in the presence of its President, Prof. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Shaya, held a ceremony honoring the winners of the annual Holy Qur’an and Sunnah Competition for the academic year 1447 AH. The competition was conducted from 7 to 9 Ramadan 1447 AH and was jointly organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs and the College of Sharia and Law, with distinguished participation reflecting students’ awareness and pride in their Islamic and national identity.
This competition represents an extension of the University’s approach in integrating academic excellence with value-based grounding, embodying its mission to build well-rounded student personalities—academically, intellectually, and ethically—thereby strengthening its role as a leading educational institution that contributes to shaping conscious individuals capable of contributing to their nation’s development with moderation and a strong sense of belonging.
Preparations for the competition began at the start of the first semester of the academic year 1447 AH. A comprehensive implementation plan was developed, including early announcements, opening registration in January 2026, and forming organizing and judging committees from the Deanship of Student Affairs and the College of Sharia and Law. Communication channels were activated to respond to students’ inquiries and facilitate their participation.
The organizers also assessed the initiative’s impact through a dedicated participant survey to gather development suggestions, reflecting the University’s adoption of continuous improvement and sound governance in managing student activities. In preparation for the Qur’an track, participants were trained through the College of Sharia and Law’s electronic recitation platform, providing a flexible and structured learning environment.
The competition consisted of two main branches:
First: The Holy Qur’an Branch, which included three tracks:
• Full memorization of the Holy Qur’an.
• Memorization of fifteen parts (half of the Qur’an).
• Memorization of five parts.
Second: The Sunnah Branch, which included one track:
• Memorization of the Forty Nawawi Hadith with understanding of key vocabulary meanings.
Submissions were judged across six venues distributed between the University’s main campus and its branches for both male and female students. The evaluation process continued for three consecutive days in a distinguished and disciplined competitive atmosphere.
A total of 107 male and female students participated, representing ten different colleges and six nationalities, reflecting the cultural diversity embraced by Jouf University and affirming that the Qur’an and Sunnah unite hearts beyond differences of race and language.
Participation was distributed as follows:
• Male students: 50
• Female students: 57
The College of Sharia and Law recorded the highest participation with 62 students, followed by the College of Computer Science and Information with 19 participants. Other participants represented the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, Engineering, Arts, Applied Medical Sciences, Nursing, and Business—demonstrating the presence of Islamic values across diverse academic disciplines.
Final Results – Male Students
Full Qur’an Memorization Track
First Place: Rakan Abdullah Al-Mufarrij – College of Sharia and Law
Second Place: Abdullah Baderkhan Ahmadi – College of Sharia and Law
Third Place: Hudhaifah Fitr Allah – College of Sharia and Law
Fifteen Parts Track
First Place: Bimo Savotru – College of Sharia and Law
Second Place: Adi Kontadi Darus – College of Sharia and Law
Third Place: Aljir Modan Saharin – College of Arts
Five Parts Track
First Place (tie):
Omar Ahmed Al-Jaber – College of Arts
Mohammed Hayel Al-Ruwaili – College of Sharia and Law
Khair Al-Nijam Ismail – College of Sharia and Law
Forty Nawawi Hadith Track
First Place: Hassan Sansani Sibtal – College of Sharia and Law
Second Place: Irfan Al-Fikri Noor Al-Huda – College of Arts
Third Place: Radin Juwaini Ghazali – College of Sharia and Law
Final Results – Female Students
Full Qur’an Memorization Track
First Place: Abiya Mohammed Al-Kathiri – College of Applied Medical Sciences
Fifteen Parts Track
First Place: Sundus Mohammed Al-Fatiha – College of Computer Science and Information
Second Place: Hanan Nawaf Al-Rubaie – College of Sharia and Law
Third Place: Ethar Mohammed Al-Kathiri – College of Pharmacy
Five Parts Track
First Place: Maryam Abdulhai Abdullah – College of Business
Second Place: Sarah Ashraf Al-Masoud – College of Computer Science and Information
Third Place: Shaden Amin Al-Kuraie – College of Business
Forty Nawawi Hadith Track
First Place: Raghad Abdul Salam Al-Nusairi – College of Sharia and Law
Second Place: Sarah Abdullah Al-Deeb – College of Sharia and Law
Third Place: Jawaher Faisal Al-Khalidi – College of Sharia and Law
In his speech during the ceremony, the University President affirmed that the Holy Qur’an and Sunnah Competition embodies belonging, awareness, and the reinforcement of the values upon which this blessed nation was founded. He stated that the University’s care for the Qur’an and Sunnah is an extension of the identity of a nation established upon sound creed and guided by the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of His Messenger (peace be upon him) in justice, moderation, and development.
He added that Islamic scholarship and academic excellence go hand in hand in shaping a conscious generation—proud of its faith and identity, steadfast in its principles, and open-minded toward knowledge and innovation. He emphasized that building the individual is the foundation of all development, and that intellectual awareness is the first safeguard of nations.
His Excellency congratulated the winners and expressed appreciation to the organizing committees, praying that the Holy Qur’an remains the spring of hearts and the light of chests, and that Allah preserves the Kingdom and its wise leadership.
A representative of the international students also delivered a speech expressing gratitude to the leadership of the Kingdom for the care and support provided to international students, ensuring a safe and motivating educational environment.
The competition aligns with Jouf University’s strategic plan, particularly in:
• Strengthening national identity and moderate Islamic values.
• Developing human capabilities and balanced personalities.
• Supporting an inclusive university environment that embraces cultural diversity.
• Investing in students as the core of the educational and developmental process.
It also complements the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which places investment in people at the heart of building a vibrant society, a thriving economy, and an ambitious nation through human capital development and the reinforcement of values and moderation.
The ceremony concluded with a proud celebration of the Qur’an and Sunnah, affirming that Jouf University continues its journey toward comprehensive excellence—academically and ethically—believing that nurturing conscious generations is the greatest investment, and that the Holy Qur’an will remain the guiding light toward a more established and radiant future.