Day: April 27, 2025

Amman: President of the University of Jordan, Nathir Obeidat, on Sunday inaugurated the School of Medicine’s Fifth Scientific Day, attended by vice presidents, deans, deputy deans, faculty members, and the director general of the University Hospital. In his opening remarks, Obeidat praised the contributions of medical students, saying their efforts had placed the school at the forefront of the university’s schools and among the top locally and regionally. He noted that requiring students to prepare research papers-a decision once approached with apprehension-had proven fruitful, with the School of Medicine now accounting for 30% of all research published in indexed global journals by the university.

According to Jordan News Agency, Dean of the School of Medicine, Ayman Wahbeh, highlighted that school members published 561 research papers in 2024, marking a 21% increase from the previous year, thanks to a supportive academic environment and continued university leadership backing. Wahbeh also pointed out that medical students produced 196 research projects, of which 53 were published and 10 accepted for publication, with the remainder under review, demonstrating the high quality and growing research spirit among students.

Assistant Dean for Student and Alumni Affairs Marzouq Amareen said the students’ research output reflected a generation that does not merely consume knowledge but actively contributes to its production, development, and application to patient care and societal benefit. Amareen reaffirmed the school’s commitment to promoting scientific research not merely as an academic requirement but as a means for deeper understanding, critical thinking, and genuine readiness for evidence-based medical practice.

Obeidat also presented honorary shields to students with the highest number of published research papers, faculty members, organizing students, and administrative staff. The Scientific Day included several sessions during which student research was discussed and outstanding researchers were honored based on faculty peer reviews.

Amman: The Ministry of Labor and Jordan Post have entered into a cooperation agreement intended to create 400 jobs for individuals registered on the national employment platform. This initiative is part of broader efforts to regulate the labor market and provide employment opportunities for Jordanians.

According to Jordan News Agency, the agreement mandates Jordan Post to register as a permanent employer on the national employment platform. This includes the responsibility to announce job vacancies and engage with job seekers listed on the platform to fill these positions.

Minister of Labor Khaled Bakkar highlighted the government’s commitment to supporting employment and leveraging national institutions to attract qualified Jordanians. He stressed the importance of ongoing collaboration among government entities to achieve developmental goals and boost sustainable employment prospects in the country.

The minister also recognized Jordan Post for winning the 2024 International Customer Service Award for the second year in a row, awarded by the Universal Postal Union. This accolade acknowledges the quality and effectiveness of Jordan Post’s customer service, particularly in handling international express mail service inquiries.

Sami Dawud, Chairman of Jordan Post’s Board of Directors, affirmed the organization’s dedication to its national and social responsibilities. Jordan Post aims to support the national economy and create an environment that aligns with the aspirations of young job seekers.

Dawud additionally announced plans to establish a specialized academy focused on e-commerce and logistics services. This academy will train Jordanians in essential skills required to adapt to global developments in these sectors, thereby enhancing job opportunities and improving workforce efficiency.

Amman: The Ministry of Water and Irrigation /Water Authority continued its series of awareness sessions and lectures for school students in various regions across the Kingdom: The Ministry of Water and Irrigation / Water Authority has persisted in its efforts to educate school students about water conservation through a series of awareness sessions held in different areas of the Kingdom.

According to Jordan News Agency, the Water Authority organized an awareness meeting on Sunday for female students at May Ziyadah Secondary School for Girls in Amman. This session was centered around discussing Jordan’s water situation, the challenges it encounters, and effective methods for water usage by adopting responsible behaviors to conserve this vital resource.

The statement from the ministry highlighted the significance of activating the role of water clubs within schools. These clubs are encouraged to participate actively in protecting water resources and minimizing waste, contributing to resolving the challenges faced by the water sector.

Furthermore, the session featured the screening of videos aimed at familiarizing students with the realities of water scarcity in Jordan, techniques for water conservation, and the distribution of educational materials to motivate students to adopt proper water usage practices.