SHAMALI UNIVERSITY

دانشگاه شمالی

The President

Biography

Ghulam Shafiq Rasuli “Shamal” 

Gh. Shafiq R.S., known artistically as “Shamal,” is the founder and President of Shamali University.  He was born in Afghanistan, he overcame the profound challenges of a childhood physical disability sustained during conflict in Afghanistan, despite all the barriers, he started homeschooling under his mother mentorship, followed by beginning formal schooling at age ten. His academic journey includes secondary schooling in Afghanistan, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) in India, and a Master’s degree in Management from Russia. Currently, he serves as a Research Engineer and is a PhD candidate in PMA. Beyond his professional dedication to education and research, Shamal is an accomplished Persian poet whose literary works have been adapted into official songs.

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About Us

Shamali University (SU) was founded in 2026 by Ghulam Shafiq Rasuli “Shamal”, on the unwavering belief that higher education must be accessible, rigorous, and relevant to the global challenges of tomorrow. Operating fundamentally as a humanitarian organization, SU is dedicated to providing high-quality, entirely online and tuition-free education to all qualified students worldwide. This monumental effort is sustained by the commitment of our dedicated volunteer faculties and staff from different countries around the world, who believe deeply in the power of knowledge distribution. While our long-term vision encompasses the establishment of eight distinct faculties, but current infrastructural and resource limitations necessitate a focused activation of four faculties. Therefore, in this initial phase, Shamali University is able to activate four core faculties such as Computer Science, Modern Agriculture, Economics, Business Administration and Management, ensuring every student receives unparalleled dedication, cutting-edge curriculum content, and the foundational tools necessary for impactful global citizenship and professional leadership. Beside our long-term global goals, the decision of establishment of Shamali University is taken to highly pay attention for providing free accessible education for Afghan Girls, who have been denied access to School and university by the current government for more than four years. Shamali University is initially led by three main bodies such as Chief Executive office, Administrative board and Board of faculty members. Where each section is detailly explained below.

The main reason behind this voluntarily action is that, the Founder of Shamali University Ghulam  Shafiq Rasuli. S, himself is a war and disability victim. He states that “there are many people around the world who want to learn and be educated, but aren’t able. Hence, there should be someone to open the doors for those deprived individuals”.
We work together for a better tomorrow.

Vision

Shamali University aims to provide an online educational service in which all qualified high school graduates have access to higher education, regardless of gender, races, financial, geographic, political, and personal circumstances.
Especially, girls of Afghanistan who have been deprived of education by the current government for more than four years because of their gender.

Mission

The mission of Shamali University is to offer an accessible, quality education to all qualified students who need free educational support  through flexible, affordable, online, programs that give graduates the potential to lead successful, fulfilling lives as individuals and members of society.

Our Goals

Our commitment is to make higher education accessible to a broad spectrum of students through:

  • Delivering distance education via the internet.
  • Offering programs fee of cost.
  • Making a variety of educational support options available.
  • Actively promoting our offerings in underserved global areas.

Furthermore, we are committed to offering high-caliber programs that:

  • Following  academic standards.
  • Core elements designed to develop critical thinking, communication abilities, and a lifelong learning mindset.
  • A focus on the skills and proficiencies vital for global economic success.
  • Continuous improvement driven by outcome assessment and external reviews.
  • A culture of shared learning fostered through collaboration, interaction, and peer assessment.
  • The utilization of open educational resources in their design.

Board of Trustees

Gh.Shafiq Rasuli.S

Gh.Shafiq Rasuli.S

Founder & President

Academic Title: PhD Candidate at FSAEI

Field of Science: Social Science 

Speciality: Public Administration and Management 

Prof. Abdul Mustaan Shams

Prof. Abdul Mustaan Shams

Vice-President

Academic Title: Former Prof. of Alberoni University, Afghanistan 

Field of Science: Engineering

Speciality: Electric Drives and Industrial System Automation

Prof. Nesar Ahmad Kohestani

Prof. Nesar Ahmad Kohestani

Dean's of Academics

Academic Title: Former Prof. of Kabul University, Afghanistan

Field of Science: Natural Science 

Speciality: Forestry and Ecology

Board of Directors

Asist. Prof. Md. Munirul Islam

Asist. Prof. Md. Munirul Islam

HOR Counsel

Academic title: PhD (Aspirantura) Diploma, GSEM, UrFu
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Economist  

Md. Monirul Islam is an accomplished academic and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Bangladesh Institute of Governance and Management, affiliated with the University of Dhaka, and as a Research Fellow at Ural Federal University, Russia, with over 18 years of teaching and research experience across institutions in Bangladesh and internationally. He earned his PhD from the Graduate School of Economics and Management at Ural Federal University in 2024, following an M.Phil and both master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Political Science from the University of Dhaka, where he achieved top academic rankings. His career includes roles as Assistant Professor and Senior Lecturer at Bangladesh Islamic University, along with research positions at several institutes. He has achieved global recognition as an Elsevier and Stanford University top 2% researcher in 2025 and was ranked 3rd among the top 100 young researchers by RePEc in 2026, supported by an outstanding publication record including six A* papers and numerous Q1-indexed journal articles. He has also secured multiple national and international research grants as a principal and lead investigator. His additional strengths include extensive scholarly contributions, international conference presentations, interdisciplinary research expertise in energy economics, geopolitics, and sustainable development, and strong analytical and quantitative research skills.

Mr. Hayat Sayedi

Mr. Hayat Sayedi

Deputy Director: BBA Faculty

Academic title: M.B.A. Master of Business Administration
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Organizational management and Emerging Technologies.  

Hayat Sayedi is a leadership scholar and international development professional specializing in organizational management and emerging technologies, holding an MBA in Leadership from Quantic School of Business and Technology (2023) and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Operational Management with a Minor in Law from the American University of Afghanistan. His professional experience spans international development, leadership initiatives, and client success management, complemented by roles in global organizations and active engagement in mentoring and training programs. He has achieved notable recognition through his published research on the role of artificial intelligence in recruitment, contributing to contemporary discussions on AI-driven human resource transformation, and through his participation in the World Youth Festival in Sochi (2024). His leadership accomplishments include serving as Lead Organizer for TEDx AUAF and representing Afghanistan at the International Peace and Conflict Resolution Conference. In addition, he founded the We Empower Organization, developing training materials and business plans to promote community resilience and professional growth, while also contributing to initiatives with Amideast Yemen and Global Unites. His additional skills include expertise in transformational leadership, social entrepreneurship, AI applications in organizational efficiency, and strong capabilities in training, mentoring, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Mr. Md. Murad Sharifi

Mr. Md. Murad Sharifi

HOD: Linguistics

Academic title: M.A. Master of Linguistics 
Field of Science: Humanitarian  Science
Speciality: Modern Linguistics & Literature 

Murad Mohammad Sharifi is a linguistics scholar with a strong academic and professional background shaped by early education under his father and formal studies culminating in a Bachelor’s degree in Persian (Dari) Language and Literature from Badakhshan University and a Master’s degree in Linguistics with honors (Red Diploma) from Ural Federal University under a Russian Federation State Scholarship. His work experience includes teaching English language and computer skills for two years at schools and institutes, alongside extensive volunteer service with cultural and educational organizations such as the Directorate of Information and Culture and LLC Training Center. He has achieved notable recognition as a top high school graduate, a selected participant representing youth at the National Youth Consultative Peace Program (Loya Jirga), and one of the top 100 outstanding students at his university. His academic contributions include publishing multiple articles on Persian and Pamiri languages, presenting at several international conferences, and compiling a trilingual glossary in intercultural communication. His additional skills encompass multilingual proficiency, research and academic writing, intercultural communication, and active engagement in youth leadership, cultural initiatives, and professional training programs.

Ms. Maryam Ahmadi Yaram

Ms. Maryam Ahmadi Yaram

HOC Affairs Office

Academic title: B.A ( in Journalism)
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Radio, Television & Print Media  

Maryam Ahmadi Yaraam is a journalism, writer, and emerging literary figure from Kabul, Afghanistan, with a strong academic background in journalism at Kabul University, after completing her secondary education at Bibi Sarwar Sangari High School and additional science studies at Anees Educational Center and Kabul University. Her professional experience includes serving as an editor in the news section of Amaj News Agency, working as a voice book announcer for Iqbal TV, teaching expression in online academic courses, and holding leadership and membership roles in organizations such as the Afghanistan Youth Organization and the Journalism Faculty Association at Kabul University, where she also contributed as a financial director. She has achieved significant recognition as a young author, publishing multiple poetry books and a research work on effective speech, and receiving several certificates of appreciation from academic, media, and social institutions, as well as participating in programs recognizing top students at Kabul University. In addition to her literary accomplishments, she possesses diverse skills in writing, reporting, public speaking, editing, and declamation, along with proficiency in Dari, Pashto, and English, and technical abilities. 

Mr. Najmuddin Ahmadi

Mr. Najmuddin Ahmadi

Cross-Media Director (CMD)

Academic title: B.A. in International Social Science
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Political Science (Global Studies)

Najmuddin Ahmadi is an emerging scholar in Political Science (Global Studies) and a Bachelor of Arts in International Social Science at Linnaeus University, Sweden, with an academic focus on global governance, political systems, and social development. He has gained diverse professional experience across public and private sectors, including roles in administration, logistics, and education support, notably working with the Refugee and Integration Department at Kalmar Municipality as a Language Support and Teacher Assistant, and in logistics and shipment management at Emirates MF in Dubai. His achievements include completing internships with key Swedish government institutions such as the National Government Service Centre, the Swedish Enforcement Authority, and Kalmar District Court, as well as undertaking formal interpreter training that strengthened his institutional communication skills. In addition, he serves as a board member of Shamali University, demonstrating leadership and engagement in academic governance. He possesses strong additional skills in governance support, administration, multilingual communication, and community engagement, and is fluent in multiple languages including, Swedish, English, Arabic, Pashto, Persian, and Urdu, reflecting his strong cross-cultural competence and commitment to inclusive education and public service..

Mr. Ab. Shams

Mr. Ab. Shams

HOD: IAO

Academic title: B.A in Political Science 
Field of Science: Social Science 
Speciality: International Relations 

Mr. Ab. Shams is an emerging scholar in Political Science (International relations) 

Faculty Members

Mr. Hayat Sayedi

Mr. Hayat Sayedi

Lecturer

Academic title: M.B.A. Master of Business Administration
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Organizational management and Emerging Technologies.  

Mr. Murad Sharifi

Mr. Murad Sharifi

Lecturer

Academic title: M.A. Master of Linguistics 
Field of Science:
Humanitarian  Science
Speciality: Modern Linguistics & Literature 

Mr. Abdullah Haidari

Mr. Abdullah Haidari

Lecturer

Academic title: PhD Candidate in Computer Science, UrFu
Field of Science: Technical Science 
Speciality: Bioinformatics and Machine Learning

Ms. Nazyar Khamenei

Ms. Nazyar Khamenei

Lecturer

Academic title: PhD Candidate in Psychology, UrFu
Field of Science:  Social Science 
Speciality: Personality Psychology

Mr. Waseem Gul Gilal

Mr. Waseem Gul Gilal

Lecturer

Academic title: PhD Candidate in Business & management, UrFu
Field of Science: Social Science
Speciality: Management 

Mr. Mahdi Ghafouri Vayghan

Mr. Mahdi Ghafouri Vayghan

Lecturer

Academic title: PhD Candidate in Engineering, UrFu
Field of Science: Engineering 
Speciality: Antenna, Microwave & Technology

Mr. Ibrahim

Mr. Ibrahim

Lecturer

Academic title: PhD Candidate in Data  Science, UrFu
Field of Science: Technical Science 
Speciality: Machine Learning