University Strengthens Community Ties Through Specialized Training

An-Najah National University recently celebrated the accomplishments of 130 students who successfully completed intensive training courses in first aid, football refereeing, and basketball refereeing. The event underscored the university’s commitment to bridging academic learning with practical skills, fostering partnerships with vital national institutions.

The courses were a collaborative effort involving the Palestinian Football Association – Referees Department, the Palestinian Basketball Federation, and the Palestinian Medical Relief Society. This partnership represents an advanced model of participatory work that aims to prepare students who possess professional and cognitive skills in the fields of sports and first aid.

Distinguished Attendees and Honorees

The ceremony drew a distinguished audience including Abdullah Al-Asali, Deputy Governor of Nablus Governorate, representatives from the Palestinian Football Association (Tayseer Nasrallah and Dr. Imad Abdel Haq), Dr. Anis Samaana from the Palestinian Basketball Federation, Dr. Ghassan Hamdan representing the Palestinian Medical Relief Society, Muhammad Al-Aqrouq from the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Dr. Abdul Khaleq Issa, Dean of the College of Humanities and Educational Sciences, Engineer Muhammad Daqqa, Dean of Student Affairs, and Dr. Rawand Al-Amad, Director of the Department of Sports Sciences, along with Bashir Sof, Head of the Sports Activity Department.

In addition to honoring the graduating students, the university likewise recognized the contributions of key partners, including Hussein Taqatq, Mahyoub Al-Sadiq, and representatives from the Palestinian Football Association’s Referees’ Department.

Course Coordinator Highlights Program’s Significance

The ceremony was presided over by Dr. Sulaiman Al-Amad, the course coordinator, who emphasized in his speech the importance of these initiatives that enhance the university’s role in serving the community and developing students’ capabilities, noting that combining three specialized courses in one event is a pioneering and distinguished experience at the university level.

Dr. Sulaiman Al-Amad, Course Coordinator

Dr. Al-Amad’s remarks highlighted the program’s dedication to investing in youth, cultivating qualified professionals, and expanding students’ opportunities in both academic and applied settings. The event affirmed the keenness of the university and its partners to invest in youth energies, build qualified cadres capable of contributing to the development of the sports and community sector, and enhance students’ presence in applied and professional fields in addition to their academic career.

FAQ

What courses were offered?

The university offered courses in first aid, football refereeing, and basketball refereeing.

Who were the key partners in this initiative?

The Palestinian Football Association, the Palestinian Basketball Federation, and the Palestinian Medical Relief Society were key partners.

How many students participated?

A total of 130 male and female students completed the courses.