Education Minister Engages with American University Delegation to Boost US-Bahrain Academic Ties


Manama: Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, the Minister of Education and Chairman of the Higher Education Council, met with a delegation from the American University in Washington, led by Vicky Wilkins, acting provost and chief academic officer, alongside representatives from the university’s Kogod School of Business.

According to Bahrain News Agency, the delegation’s visit follows a recent event held at the American University of Bahrain, which gathered Bahraini alumni of the American University in Washington. This event was notably under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust and attended by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

During the meeting, Dr. Juma highlighted the significance of fostering robust partnerships with leading US educational institutions. He underscored the Higher Education Council’s commitment to enhancing collaborations, launching joint initia
tives, and introducing top-tier academic and practical programs in Bahrain. The discussion also touched on future projects that could benefit from such international educational exchanges.

The collaboration between Bahrain and American educational institutions is seen as a strategic move to enrich the educational landscape in Bahrain and provide more diverse opportunities for students in both countries.

Education Minister Engages with American University Delegation to Boost US-Bahrain Academic Ties


Manama: Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, the Minister of Education and Chairman of the Higher Education Council, met with a delegation from the American University in Washington, led by Vicky Wilkins, acting provost and chief academic officer, alongside representatives from the university’s Kogod School of Business.

According to Bahrain News Agency, the delegation’s visit follows a recent event held at the American University of Bahrain, which gathered Bahraini alumni of the American University in Washington. This event was notably under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust and attended by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

During the meeting, Dr. Juma highlighted the significance of fostering robust partnerships with leading US educational institutions. He underscored the Higher Education Council’s commitment to enhancing collaborations, launching joint initia
tives, and introducing top-tier academic and practical programs in Bahrain. The discussion also touched on future projects that could benefit from such international educational exchanges.

The collaboration between Bahrain and American educational institutions is seen as a strategic move to enrich the educational landscape in Bahrain and provide more diverse opportunities for students in both countries.

Yarmouk University and USAID Discuss Collaboration on Early Education Project

IRBID – Yarmouk University (YU) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) are set to strengthen their cooperation, focusing on the development of early education. This collaboration was the subject of discussions between YU’s President, Dr. Islam Massad, and USAID’s Director of Education Programs, Cameron Mirza.

According to Jordan News Agency, Massad emphasized YU’s commitment to effectively implement the USAID-approved Early Education “ASAS” Project. This initiative aims to develop a bachelor’s program in early education, enhancing the quality of early education and classroom teacher programs. Massad expressed confidence in Yarmouk University’s distinguished campus environment and its ability to make this project successful, advocating for broader cooperation to ensure the program’s sustainability. Mirza affirmed USAID’s confidence in YU’s capabilities and expressed the agency’s readiness to collaborate in various fields to achieve sustainable development.

Al al-Bayt University Explores Academic Cooperation with Mexico

MADABA – Dr. Osama Nusair, President of Al al-Bayt University (AABU), met with the Mexican Ambassador to Jordan, Roberto Rodriguez-Hernandez, and his delegation on Sunday to discuss potential frameworks for academic and cultural cooperation.

According to Jordan News Agency, Nusair presented AABU’s future programs and plans, emphasizing the significance of cultural and scientific exchanges between Jordan and Mexico. The Mexican Ambassador commended the university’s achievements and expressed enthusiasm for joint cooperation in various fields and specializations, along with promoting mutual cultural exchange and scientific research. During his visit, the Ambassador delivered a lecture to the students of the Spanish Language Department, providing insights into Mexico’s civilization, history, culture, customs, and traditions, further fostering the cultural and educational ties between the two nations.

KAFD Initiates 19th Research and Creativity Support Project for Jordanian University Students

AMMAN – The King Abdullah II Fund for Development (KAFD) announced the launch of the 19th edition of its Research and Creativity Support Project for University Students on Sunday, aiming to foster innovation and practical problem-solving among Jordan’s youth.

According to Jordan News Agency, the project offers financial and technical assistance to Jordanian university students to implement their projects and research initiatives. These initiatives are designed to address national issues and challenges, aligning with the 2022 development plan and the Economic Modernization Vision (EMV) for Entrepreneurship and Creativity Axis. The project underscores the importance of supporting sustainable, qualitative, and applicable research or initiatives that can lead to patents or solutions to societal problems. The initiative also aims to foster a productive and effective scientific community, encouraging positive competition among university students. This competition is expected to enhance their scientific and practical skills and contribute to sustainable development by improving human resources and evolving higher education to focus on creative projects and research. University students can apply for support through the KAFD’s platform until December 4, with winning projects eligible for financial backing of up to JD5, 000. Since its inception in 2004, the project, in partnership with the Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB), has supported 380 graduation and research projects, creating over 1,600 direct and indirect opportunities.

Al al-Bayt University Explores Academic Cooperation with Mexico

MADABA – Dr. Osama Nusair, President of Al al-Bayt University (AABU), met with the Mexican Ambassador to Jordan, Roberto Rodriguez-Hernandez, and his delegation on Sunday to discuss potential frameworks for academic and cultural cooperation.

According to Jordan News Agency, Nusair presented AABU’s future programs and plans, emphasizing the significance of cultural and scientific exchanges between Jordan and Mexico. The Mexican Ambassador commended the university’s achievements and expressed enthusiasm for joint cooperation in various fields and specializations, along with promoting mutual cultural exchange and scientific research. During his visit, the Ambassador delivered a lecture to the students of the Spanish Language Department, providing insights into Mexico’s civilization, history, culture, customs, and traditions, further fostering the cultural and educational ties between the two nations.

KAFD Initiates 19th Research and Creativity Support Project for Jordanian University Students

AMMAN – The King Abdullah II Fund for Development (KAFD) announced the launch of the 19th edition of its Research and Creativity Support Project for University Students on Sunday, aiming to foster innovation and practical problem-solving among Jordan’s youth.

According to Jordan News Agency, the project offers financial and technical assistance to Jordanian university students to implement their projects and research initiatives. These initiatives are designed to address national issues and challenges, aligning with the 2022 development plan and the Economic Modernization Vision (EMV) for Entrepreneurship and Creativity Axis. The project underscores the importance of supporting sustainable, qualitative, and applicable research or initiatives that can lead to patents or solutions to societal problems. The initiative also aims to foster a productive and effective scientific community, encouraging positive competition among university students. This competition is expected to enhance their scientific and practical skills and contribute to sustainable development by improving human resources and evolving higher education to focus on creative projects and research. University students can apply for support through the KAFD’s platform until December 4, with winning projects eligible for financial backing of up to JD5, 000. Since its inception in 2004, the project, in partnership with the Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB), has supported 380 graduation and research projects, creating over 1,600 direct and indirect opportunities.