Yarmouk University, through the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Professor Mousa Rababah, participated in the meetings of the 56^th session of the General Conference of the Association of Arab Universities, which was hosted by the University of Baghdad in Iraq. The Iraqi Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, opened the conference activities attended by the heads of Arab universities and representatives of Arab, regional, and international organizations talking about the value of strengthening the bonds of cooperation between Arab universities and coordinating efforts among them to keep pace with Modern developments at the scientific and academic levels.

Rababah said that the participation of Yarmouk University in this conference comes as confirmation of its active presence in the activities and committees of the Association of Arab Universities, which is necessary to continue serving the educational, research, and scientific sector in the Arab World. He then mentioned that the conference agenda included a series of sessions and seminars related to a number of topics, such as international cooperation and the Arab classification project for Arab universities.

Noteworthy here is that the Union of Arab Universities is an Arab institution with an independent legal personality headquartered in Amman and that its establishment is part of the initiative of the Cultural Administration of the League of Arab States in 1964 with the aim of supporting and coordinating the efforts of Arab universities to preserve Arabs’ cultural and civilizational unity and develop Arab human resources.

25 March 2024

The President of Yarmouk University, Professor Islam Massad, received a delegation from the Spanish Cultural Institute, which included Michel Qaqish, the administrative and financial officer at the Institute, and Dr. Almudena Hassan, the education coordinator at the Center, to discuss possible ways of cooperation between the two sides. During the meeting, Massad stressed the interest that Yarmouk attaches to developing the language skills of its students by offering language packages, including the Spanish language, pointing out the value of learning communication skills in the Spanish language, as this may help students to continue their graduate studies or obtain suitable job opportunities in the regional and international labor market. He then pointed out the possibility of expanding the network of cooperation with the Spanish Cultural Institute by attracting Spanish language teachers to teach in the Language Center and in the Spanish-English program in the Faculty of Arts. He also pointed to the possibility of accrediting the Language Center in Yarmouk as an international center for holding the Spanish language exam DELE since the Center includes 325 male and female students enrolled in the Spanish language package, confirming Yarmouk’s readiness to receive Spanish students who wish to join the Arabic Language Program for non-native speakers.

In return, the members of the delegation praised the distinguished scientific reputation of the University, stressing the Institute’s readiness to cooperate with Yarmouk University for enhancing methods of teaching and learning the Spanish language, noting the Institute’s keenness to expand bridges of cooperation between Yarmouk and the Spanish embassy to facilitate the recruitment of Spanish language teachers.

The meeting was attended by the Vice Presidents of the University, Professor Mousa Rababah and Professor Samer Samarah, the Director of the Language Center, Dr. Rana Kandeel, and the Director of Public Relations and Media, Dr. Nawzat Abu Al-Asal.

25 March 2024

The Language Center at Yarmouk University hosted the first activity of the French Traveling Institute ( IFJ Nomade ) in the northern region, which was organized by the Center in cooperation with the French Institute in Amman as part of the Francophonie Week activities, in the presence of the Center Director, Dr. Rana Qandil, the Director of Quality and Diversity at the French Institute, Clara Guillet, and the Professor of French at the Institute, Dr. Ahmed Mousa, and the theater professor, Lolita Barer.

This event is considered the first activity of the IFJ Nomade Institute in Jordan and the first of its kind in the northern region. The activity included a number of French cultural and linguistic activities directed towards French-speaking university students, including the forum, the digital library, theatre, social games, and cultural performances centered around the French language and culture.

Qandil stressed Yarmouk University’s keenness to annually celebrate the Francophonie Week by holding many cultural, linguistic, and entertainment events in the French language, with the aim of enhancing students’ linguistic skills, improving their level of proficiency in the French language and introducing them to the French culture and civilization and motivating them to participate in the activities offered by the French Institute in Amman, which contribute to refining their personalities, developing their skills and expanding their awareness. She also expressed her thanks to the French Institute and the French Embassy in Amman for their progressive support of such activities that are full of creativity, diversity and innovation, stressing the importance of strengthening the existing partnership between Yarmouk, the French Institute in Amman and the French Embassy, especially in the field of the French language.

17 March 2024

The President of Yarmouk University, Dr. Islam Massad, received a delegation from the American Embassy in Amman, which included the Regional English Language Officer, Dr. Lottie Baker, and the Assistant Responsible for Regional English Language Programs at the Embassy, Abdul Azim Sultan, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between Yarmouk and the Embassy in the academic and cultural fields. During the meeting, Massad stressed the interest that Yarmouk attaches to strengthening its cooperation with various American educational institutions, which provides opportunities for students to complete their graduate studies in prestigious American universities on the one hand, and opens horizons for faculty members to enhance their knowledge and expertise in their fields of specialization, stressing Yarmouk’s belief in the importance of exchanging experience and knowledge among academics and informing students of teaching techniques and methods at prestigious universities across the world. Massad then pointed to the success of cooperation between Yarmouk and the American Embassy within the English Language Fellowship Program provided by the Embassy by providing a teacher specialized in the English language to teach in its Department of English Language and Literature at the Faculty of Arts.

In return, the members of the delegation praised the distinguished academic reputation of Yarmouk University and the distinguished level of its students, especially in the field of the English language, noting that the English language teachers sent from the embassy to Yarmouk to teach English have always praised the level of students and the extent of their endeavor to learn the English language in the correct way, pointing out the American Embassy is keen to implement many programs and initiatives for enhancing students’ learning of the English language.

On the sidelines of the visit, the members of the delegation met with a group of students from the Department of English Language and Literature to better recognize the benefits of the fellowship program in the English language implemented by the American Embassy in Amman at Yarmouk.

25 March 2024

The President of Yarmouk University, Professor Islam Massad, received a delegation from the Malaysian University of Bhang, UCYP, which included the director of the Arabic Language Development Center, Dr. Ahmed bin Muhammad Din, and the Arabic language teacher, Mr. Kamal Al-Aqrabi, to discuss ways of enhancing the existing academic cooperation between the two sides in the field of Sharia and Islamic and Arabic language studies. At the beginning of the meeting, Massad stressed Yarmouk’s keenness to network and cooperate with various educational institutions and universities to develop the educational and research process and to exchange experiences and knowledge, which may reflect positively on the scientific and cultural level of the University’s faculty members and students. He then praised the academic relations existing between Yarmouk and the UCYP under which Yarmouk accepts Malaysian students to join the majors of Sharia, Islamic Studies, and the Arabic language. He added that Yarmouk’s Language Center offers the Arabic language program for non-native speakers, which annually receives many students from different countries, pointing out that the Center has developed this program to include nine levels classified according to the American ACTFL and CEFR standards.

In return, the members of the delegation appreciated the attention paid by Yarmouk to its Malaysian students, praising the distinguished scientific reputation of Yarmouk University at the regional level and the extent of the excellence of its Malaysian student graduates who have proven their worth and competence in various positions in Malaysia. They also stressed the keenness of the UCYP to send more students to continue their studies at Yarmouk University for its excellence in offering specializations in Islamic studies and the Arabic language, calling for expanding the network of this cooperation to include more specializations that may attract more Malaysian students.

25 March 2024

The Refugees, Displaced Persons and Forced Migration Studies Center at Yarmouk University, in cooperation with the World University Service Association of Canada - Jordan Office / WUSC organized a meeting entitled “Journey of Hope” with the Syrian refugee Hassan Al-Kontar, a volunteer in the association.

At the beginning of the meeting, the director of the Center, Dr. Ruba Al-Akash, stressed the Center’s constant endeavor to organize and hold meetings that represent success stories and motivation for young people in setting future plans. Al-Akash added that hosting Hassan Al-Kontar and talking about his experience in the refugee journey is considered one of the realistic, positive and inspiring examples for young people.

While Al-Kontar expressed his thanks to Jordan for what it provided to refugees of various nationalities and its Arab role in supporting civilians against the difficult circumstances they encounter in their homelands, praising the role of Yarmouk University, represented by the Refugee Center in organizing this activity and meeting with a group of University youth. However, during his presentation of his experience, he emphasized the importance of determination and knowledge in dealing with difficulties and challenges faced by young people at all stages, stating that the tools and personal skills an individual possesses make him closer to achieving his goals.

At the end of the meeting, which was attended by a group of members of the academic and administrative bodies, University students, and a number of partners in the International University Service Association in Canada - Jordan Office, some experiences were shared by the audience and a discussion was held about Al-Kontar’s case.

17 March 2024

To celebrate the silver jubilee of His Majesty King Abdullah II, the Deanship of Student Affairs, through its Department of Artistic Activity, established the Jordan Flagpole at Yarmouk University. The flagpole, which is the tallest construction at the University level, is estimated to be 15 meters high with a marble base surmounted by a monument crafted of a stone sculpture of three dimensions including some details expressing the symbolism of the University and its immortal name. The Dean of Student Affairs at the University, Dr. Moatasem Shatnawi, said that the establishment of this flagpole is an expression of Yarmouk’s great loyalty and belonging to Jordan and its wise Hashemite leadership as well as the Jordanian population.

25 March 2024

The Vice President of Yarmouk University for Planning, Development, Scientific Research and Quality Affairs, Professor Samer Samarah, received a delegation from Beirut Arab University (BAU), which included the University President, Dr. Wael Abdel Salam, and the University Secretary-General, Dr. Omar Houri, in the presence of the University’s Assistant President - Director of the Human Resources Department, Dr. Ziad Zuraikat. Samarah expressed Yarmouk University’s keenness and interest in expanding its network of relations with various Arab and international universities, praising the well-known academic and historical reputation of Beirut Arab University in the Jordanian society. He then talked about Yarmouk’s history, faculties, and academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, in addition to its scientific centers and their significance in the field of scientific research and community service. Samarah pointed out that Yarmouk University is keen, in accordance with its strategic plan and vision, to strengthen its position and academic presence with regard to international classifications, mentioning that the University obtained a Five-Star certificate from QS besides achieving a considerable advancement in the Times World University Rankings in Asia for 2023. For his part, Abdel Salam stressed the aspiration of Beirut Arab University to deepen its relations with one of the prestigious Jordanian and Arab universities, such as Yarmouk University known for its academic originality, academic status, quality of outputs, and pioneering roles in education, scientific research, and community service.

17 March 2024

The President of Yarmouk University, Professor Islam Massad, met with the Vice President of the Turkish University of Pamukkale, Dr. Durmuş Akalın, to discuss ways of academic and research cooperation concerning exchanging students and faculty members between the two universities within the framework of the European Erasmus Plus Program.

During the meeting, Massad confirmed that Yarmouk University seeks to enhance its scientific, academic, and research cooperation with various Turkish universities, noting that during the Jordanian-Turkish Higher Education Forum held recently, it was agreed to increase the rate of student and faculty exchange between Jordanian and Turkish universities. He then pointed out that signing an agreement with the Turkish University of Pamukkale will provide the opportunity for Yarmouk students from different majors to visit Pamukkale University, which will reflect positively on their knowledge and experience on the one hand, and expand their awareness and enhance their knowledge, on the other hand.

 In return, Akalin praised the distinguished reputation of Yarmouk University and the diversity and comprehensiveness it enjoys by offering medical, scientific, and humanitarian specializations, which makes it an attractive environment for students from different countries, stressing that signing an agreement with Yarmouk contextualizes cooperation between the two sides in the field of student exchange in various specializations. He then reviewed the establishment of the Turkish University of Pamukkale, which was founded in 1992 offering various specializations in various fields for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

Eventually, a cooperation agreement was signed, considering that the agreement stipulates student exchange between the Turkish universities of Pamukkale and Yarmouk in various engineering specializations, medicine, nursing, literature, political science, English language, chemistry, life sciences, physics, Islamic studies, law, and the specializations of the Faculty of Business.

10 March 2024