President of Ajloun National University: Combating extremist ideology is at the top of our priorities
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Under the patronage of the President of Ajloun National University, Prof. Dr. Firas Al-Hanandeh, the Deanship of Student Affairs organized today a welcoming meeting for new students in the presence of Vice President Prof. Dr. Khaled Al-Momani, faculty deans, and a number of academic and administrative staff members, with the aim of welcoming the students, introducing them to university life, and reviewing the university's mission and academic vision.
During the meeting, Dr. Al-Hanandeh emphasized that university life represents an important phase in building the student's personality and developing their scientific and intellectual capabilities, pointing out that the university is keen to provide an integrated educational environment that allows students to acquire knowledge and skills, develop creative and critical thinking, and prepare for the requirements of the labor market in light of the rapid developments witnessed by the world in various fields.
Dr. Al-Hanandeh called on the new students to invest their university study years in academic achievement, active participation in extracurricular activities and programs, and taking advantage of the opportunities provided by the university to develop their skills and hone their talents, stressing that university excellence is not limited to academic success, but includes building character, assuming responsibility, working as a team, and promoting the values of belonging and citizenship.
Al-Hanandeh affirmed that combating extremist ideology and instilling a culture of moderation and centrism represent a priority in the university's mission, stemming from the role of educational institutions in building youth awareness and enhancing their ability to distinguish between moderate thought and extremist ideas, stressing the importance of arming students with knowledge, dialogue, and the values of citizenship and national belonging in a way that contributes to building a conscious generation capable of confronting destructive ideas and maintaining community security and stability.
The Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Yassin Al-Qudah, pointed out that the deanship pays special attention to new students by introducing them to university life and available services, and providing them with the necessary guidance to help them integrate into the university environment, indicating that the deanship works to organize student programs and activities that develop students' capabilities, enhance their participation in various cultural, social, and sports fields, and contribute to building their personalities and expanding their experiences.
In a speech delivered on behalf of the new students, student Bayan Abu Kaf expressed her and her colleagues' pride in joining Ajloun National University, appreciating the university's efforts in receiving students and providing the appropriate environment for their academic journey, and affirming their aspiration that their university years be full of knowledge, achievement, and active participation in the activities and initiatives organized by the university.
The events included a screening of an introductory video about Ajloun National University, reviewing its journey, mission, academic programs, and facilities, alongside introducing university life, services, and activities provided by the university to its students to help them get acquainted with the university environment and embark on their educational journey with confidence and awareness.
This meeting comes within the framework of Ajloun National University's keenness to welcome its new students, introduce them to its academic mission and its role in preparing competencies, and provide a supportive university environment that combines scientific excellence, skills development, and character building.
