# Ar‑Raniry University thesis publications > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/arraniry-university-thesis-publications > Updated: 2026-09-09T03:21:43.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 7. Universitas Islam Negeri Ar‑Raniry in Banda Aceh continues to expand its academic repository, covering a broad spectrum of social, economic, religious, and educational topics relevant to Aceh. Recent economic research has examined the implementation of Ijarah contracts at Radens The Barbershop and the role of zakat distribution by Baitul Mal Aceh, noting that while Sharia-compliant verification is used, economic conditions often serve as a practical basis for selecting recipients. Building on previous studies of microfinance, research continues to highlight how unsecured loans from Koperasi Syariah Reuseuki Tamita Beureukat support business growth. Educational research has shifted toward pedagogical challenges and student well-being. Studies on English language instruction highlight the tension pre-service teachers face when balancing English-only training with the use of Indonesian and Acehnese as scaffolding tools. Recent inquiries have also explored the impact of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) on improving English speaking skills. Additionally, researchers have noted the challenges teachers face when adapting to the Kurikulum Merdeka curriculum and the potential of webtoons to aid vocabulary acquisition. Newer studies examine evolving student behaviors and regional policy. In the Faculty of Da'wah and Communication, the impact of Artificial Intelligence on academic integrity remains a concern, with students using tools like ChatGPT for thesis writing. Beyond the campus, research examines regional policy implementation, such as gender mainstreaming challenges in Gayo Lues, where disparities exist in Human Development Index scores and legislative representation. Urban management studies also evaluate the effectiveness of green open spaces in Banda Aceh and the hurdles faced by the Transportation Agency in preventing over-dimension and over-loading (ODOL) in freight transport due to limited personnel and infrastructure. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: UIN Ar-Raniry research examines regional policies in Indonesia Academic research from UIN Ar-Raniry examines diverse regional issues in Indonesia, including gender equality in Gayo Lues, urban planning and transport policy in Banda Aceh, and AI use in education. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uin-ar-raniry-research-examines-regional-policies-in-indonesia ### 2026-09-02: UIN Ar-Raniry students face academic challenges with AI and information seeking Academic studies at UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh explore student behaviors regarding scientific information seeking, the impact of AI on academic integrity, and the balance between organizations and studies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uin-ar-raniry-students-face-academic-challenges-with-ai-and-information-seeking ### 2026-08-26: Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry research examines English teaching in Aceh Research from Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry examines English teaching methods in Aceh, including curriculum changes, the use of local languages, and the impact of webtoons on vocabulary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universitas-islam-negeri-ar-raniry-research-examines-english-teaching-in-aceh ### 2026-08-26: UIN Ar-Raniry research examines Sharia principles in Aceh Academic research from UIN Ar-Raniry explores Islamic economic practices, zakat management, mental health foundations, and campus thermal comfort in Aceh, Indonesia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universitas-islam-negeri-ar-raniry-study-examines-tauhid-as-a-foundation-for-student-mental-health ### 2026-08-20: Aceh academic studies cover land disputes and education Academic research from Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry examines land disputes in North Aceh palm oil plantations and various educational methodologies and value integrations in Acehnese schools. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aceh-academic-studies-cover-land-disputes-and-education ### 2026-08-06: Universitas Islam Negeri Ar‑Raniry in Banda Aceh releases two theses on Islamic law and finance Two theses from Universitas Islam Negeri Ar‑Raniry study Aceh’s Islamic law: one on gender differences in hibah gifts, the other on factors driving use of Sharia pawnshop services. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universitas-islam-negeri-arraniry-in-banda-aceh-releases-two-theses-on-islamic-law-and-finance ### 2026-07-27: Universitas Islam Negeri Ar‑Raniry publishes theses on Nizar Qabbani poetry and Aceh alcohol law enforcement Universitas Islam Negeri Ar‑Raniry added theses on Nizar Qabbani’s love poem and on Wilayatul Hisbah’s enforcement of alcohol bans in Aceh. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universitas-islam-negeri-arraniry-publishes-theses-on-nizar-qabbani-poetry-and-aceh-alcohol-law-enfo --- Cite as: Ar‑Raniry University thesis publications. 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