The Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Program at Bethlehem University is pleased to announce the Third International Conference: “Methodological Problems and Epistemological Trends in Palestinian Archaeology and Cultural Heritage,” Venue: Bethlehem University, 5 Frere Street, Bethlehem, Palestine Conference Dates: November 18-19, 2025 About the Conference The Third Bethlehem International Conference is to be held while the […]
Bethlehem University, Hebron University, and An-Najah University held a joint regional meeting on Monday, 24 March 2025, to establish the Palestinian Network for Child Neurodevelopment. This meeting is part of the NeuroDev project, co-funded by the European Union, which aims to establish university centers specializing in neuropsychology and neurodevelopmental disorders. The meeting brought together representatives […]
Bethlehem University and the Applied Research Institute – Jerusalem (ARIJ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration in green technologies, agro-businesses, and sustainable innovation. The signing ceremony took place at ARIJ’s headquarters in Bethlehem, with senior representatives from both institutions in attendance. Representing Bethlehem University were Br. Hernan Santos, Vice Chancellor, and […]
Bethlehem University continues to make a global impact through academic and creative exchange. On 19 March 2025, Mr. Layth R. Awwad from the English Language, Literature, and Communications Department was invited as a virtual guest poet for the third time to Ms. Electra Aguirre’s (MFA) creative writing class at Colorado State University, Pueblo, USA. His […]
Bethlehem University continues its commitment to educational excellence through the Academic Innovation Hub, a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing teaching and learning practices. This week, the Hub, led by Co-Directors Ms. Paola Handal and Ms. Tina Hazboun, hosted its latest faculty development session, furthering the University’s transition to the Transformative Educational Model. During the session, […]
Bethlehem University continues to foster critical thinking and intellectual engagement through thought-provoking discussions that challenge perspectives and inspire meaningful dialogue. The Zbierski Library buzzed with energy on Thursday, 20 March 2025, as students gathered for a thought-provoking session titled “Blessing or a Curse”. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, the Library Director, warmly welcomed participants, setting the stage for […]
Bethlehem University continues to make strides in academic excellence and community engagement as faculty and students from the Archaeology and Cultural Heritage program embark on an ambitious research initiative. Fourth-year students enrolled in the Research Seminar course (ARCH455) have begun their fieldwork at the Khirbet Abu Hamama and Khirbet Al-Mazar sites in Bethlehem, marking a […]
Bethlehem University is honored to announce its selection as the Palestinian coordinator for the “Multidisciplinary Intervention to Support Higher Education in Palestine,” a significant three-year project led by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) Jerusalem, in partnership with the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education. Dr. Fadi Kattan, Executive Vice President at Bethlehem […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University remains steadfast in its mission to promote environmental awareness, sustainability, and community engagement. Through diverse educational and research initiatives, PIBS is fostering a culture of conservation and responsible environmental stewardship in Palestine. On Thursday, 13 March 2025, PIBS welcomed students from Bethlehem Evangelical Academy […]
As part of the Faculty Development Program initiated by the Academic Innovative Hub (AIH), Bethlehem University faculty participated in a transformative workshop led by Dr. Rabiha Elyan/Alayasa, Assistant Professor at the Department of Early Childhood Education, and Ms. Paola Handal, Co-Director of AIH, focusing on course planning and instructional design. The session began with a […]
On Thursday, 13 March 2025, the Zbierski Library at Bethlehem University hosted a “Found Poetry” workshop. Library Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza introduced and warmly welcomed Dr. Fadel Alsawayfa, Chairperson of the Department of Early Childhood Education, who led students on a journey of discovery. Dr. Alsawayfa began by inviting students to introduce themselves, sharing their […]
As part of Bethlehem University’s commitment to transformative education and community engagement, second-year Occupational Therapy students visited St. Nicolas Home for the elderly in Beit Jala on Saturday, 15 March 2025. The visit was conducted within the framework of the OCTH 210 (Occupational Therapy Physical I) course under the supervision of Ms. Wisal Chamrukh. The […]
Bethlehem University continues to reinforce its mission of fostering innovation, creativity, and social responsibility through education. This commitment was exemplified by the recent success of its Interactive Media students, who secured first place in PYALARA’s Virtual Reality (VR) film production training. Their groundbreaking concept for the film “Where Does Pain Go When It Suffocates?” addresses […]
Bethlehem University recently had the honor of welcoming a delegation from the Holy Land Commission (HLC) of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ). This visit, held on 10 March 2025, reaffirmed the strong partnership between the two institutions and underscored the vital role of education in fostering hope, resilience, and opportunity […]
Bethlehem University welcomed Mrs. Anne-Lise Cattin Hennin, the Swiss Representative to the Palestinian Authority, along with Mr. Philipp Beutler, Head of Cooperation and Mr. Ghassan Al Jamal, National Program Manager, on Tuesday, 11 March 2025, to discuss potential collaboration in advancing educational and empowerment initiatives in Palestine. The meeting was attended by Br. Hernán Santos […]
Bethlehem University, represented by Dr. Ahmed Fasfous, Dean of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Ms. Minerva Jaraysah and Ms. Hala Khalawi from the Department of Social Sciences participated in the kick-off meeting of the “NeuroDevelopment Project”, which was held at the University of Granada, Spain, from February 24 to 28, 2025, with funding from the […]
Bethlehem University was proudly represented at the annual convention of the Western States Communication Association (WSCA), one of the largest gatherings of academics, students, and practitioners in the field of communication in the USA. The convention took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from 13–17 February 2025, centered around the theme of “Support.” A highlight of […]
Bethlehem University marked International Women’s Day with a vibrant cultural and artistic event on Thursday, 6 March 2025. The event, organized by the Dean of Students Office, brought together students, faculty, and staff to honor the vital role of Palestinian women in all fields of life.Dr. Mohammad Awad, Dean of Students, emphasized the importance of […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University proudly welcomed back two of its talented students, Tony Masry and Tamer Hilal, last week after their participation in a prestigious international competition in Beverage Mixology and Culinary Arts. Tony Masry competed in the Beverage Mixology category, while Tamer Hilal showcased his culinary skills in […]
Bethlehem University had the honor of welcoming Sir. George Felton, a distinguished Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem and a long-term supporter and friend of the university. Sir. Felton was warmly received by Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor, Professor Iman Saca, Academic Vice President, Brother Jack Curran,Vice President for Advancement, […]
On 6 March 2025, Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library hosted Exploring Skills: A Journey of Self-Discovery, a session led by Library Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza. Thirteen eager students participated, engaging in deep reflection and discussions to uncover their hidden talents. Through guided questions, students identified and documented their strengths, creating personal skill inventories. The session was […]
Bethlehem University’s Academic Innovation Hub (AIH) Faculty Development Program continues to equip faculty members with essential skills to enhance teaching and learning. This week’s workshop, led by Dr. Rabiha Elyan/Alayasa, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Education, focused on integrating cognitive, skills-based, and attitudinal learning domains into student assessments. Faculty engaged in discussions on creating […]
Bethlehem University proudly announces that Dr. Najwan Adileh, an Assistant Professor in the Business Administration Department, has published a chapter titled “The Effect of Internal Branding Mechanisms on Employee Brand Commitment: Diversity Management & The Role of Gender” in the book “The Green Finance and Energy Transition” published by Springer (2025). Dr. Adileh’s research focuses […]
Bethlehem University proudly highlights the recent research of Dr. Rabiha Elyan, Assistant Professor in the Early Childhood Education Department, in collaboration with Dr. Nuha Iter from Palestine Technical University. Their study, titled “Proposed Visualization for Integrating STEAM-Related Learning Outcomes into Teacher Qualification Programs at Palestinian Universities: A Qualitative Study”, explores how the STEAM approach can […]
Bethlehem University welcomed a delegation from Caritas Baby Hospital Bethlehem, led by Issa Bandak, Chief Executive Officer, and included Dr. Ra’fat Allawi, Chief Medical Officer, Christine Saca, Chief Finance Officer, and Atallah Araj, Chief Operating Officer. The visit aimed to congratulate Dr. Fadi Kattan on his appointment as Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University. During […]
Bethlehem University and the Mariam Foundation have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a collaborative initiative aimed at supporting children with cancer while providing students with meaningful volunteer opportunities. The agreement was signed Tuesday, 4 March 2025, by Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, and Mr. Mohamed Hamed, Director of […]
Bethlehem University proudly marks a significant milestone as eleven fourth-year students from the Computer Simulation in Sciences and Engineering (CSSE) program in the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering travel to Germany and Belgium for their final seminars. As the program’s first-ever graduating class, these students have the unique opportunity to present their innovative […]
Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg is offering three (3) ERASMUS+ student study opportunities during the Winter Semester 2025/26 (FALL 2025) for a maximum duration of seven (7) months in Germany. Application Deadline: Monday, 10 March 2025. Exclusive Mobility Agreement for the Faculty of Education Host University Programs: Institute for Education and the Institute for Special Education Erasmus+ […]
Bethlehem University welcomed a delegation from the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority in Bethlehem Governorate, led by Eng. Akram Nassar, General Director, and included Mr. Awni Jibran, Public Relations Director, and Mr. Nasri Giacaman. The visit aimed to congratulate Dr. Fadi Kattan on his appointment as Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University, and Mr. Husam […]
In the sixth week of the sessions organized by the Academic Innovation Hub, Bethlehem University faculty members had the opportunity to participate in an engaging and interactive workshop led by Dr. Rabiha Elyan/Alayasa, Assistant Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Education. The workshop focused on integrating the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) […]
The Zbierski Library hummed with excitement and curiosity on Thursday, 27 February 2025, as 21 students gathered for an inspiring student-led session titled “Human Mind the Most Powerful Weapon”. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, warmly welcomed the participants and introduced Chantal Awad, a dynamic first-year student, who led the thought-provoking discussion. Chantal’s engaging PowerPoint presentation, enriched […]
On Friday, 28 February 2025, Bethlehem University’s Alumni Unit/Marketing and Communications Department, in collaboration with the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability, organized a special environmental and educational day for the university’s alumni and their families. The event aimed to raise environmental awareness and strengthen their connection with the university. Ms. Haneen Musleh, the Alumni […]
In February, third-year Occupational Therapy students at Bethlehem University successfully implemented a Community Project-Based Learning initiative as part of their Community-Based Rehabilitation Course (OCTH313). Inspired by the university’s Transformative Development Model, the project took place over two weeks in two locations: 21 February at Daughters of Charity – Crèche, Bethlehem, and on 28 February at […]
The Interactive Media Program at the Department of Arabic Language and the Institute for Community Engagement & Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University successfully concluded the second edition of its Media Literacy Project on Thursday, 27 February 2025. The event brought together academics, representatives of partner organizations, and participating students to celebrate the achievements of the […]
Bethlehem University had the honor of welcoming Palestinian businessman Mr. Hammad Al Harazeen on Thursday, 27 February 2025, alongside his team. Greeted by by Brother Hernán Santos, FSC, PhD, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, along with members of the Executive Council and the Board of Trustees, in addition to the Deputy Governor of Bethlehem Governorate, […]
On Monday, 24 February 2025, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University had the honor of hosting Mr. Munib Al Masri, Founder of the Munib & Angela Masri Foundation (MAF), along with his team: Ms. Ruba Al-Ghadban, Executive Director; Mr. Ziad Abu Rdeneh, Projects Manager; and Ms. Shahd Fsteitieh, Media and […]
The Technology Department at the Faculty of Science, Technology, and Engineering at Bethlehem University hosted a highly informative lecture titled “An Innovative Non-Surgical Approach to Treating Cancer Tumors.” The lecture was delivered by Dr. Anan Qubti, the founder of Synergy Med, a Bethlehem-based startup specializing in medical devices. During the lecture, Dr. Qubti highlighted the […]
From the Student Senate and the Students of Bethlehem University His Holiness Pope Francis, Vatican City “Your Holiness, With admiration and respect, with gratitude and heartfelt concern, we, the Student Senate, the Christian Youth Group, and the students of Bethlehem University, write to you in this time of your illness to express our solidarity, support, […]
On Monday, February 24, 2025, Bethlehem University welcomed a delegation from Palestine Ahliya University, Dr. Imad Zeer, President of the University; Dr. Fayez Abu Amria, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Mr. Jiries Abu Ghanam, Assistant to the President for Public and International Relations; and Dr. Rawan Siyaj, Communications and Network Officer. The visit was made […]
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, a group of Software Engineering students from the IEEE Student Branch at Bethlehem University conducted the first session of a problem-solving workshop series for their peers. Among the facilitators was Ihab Maali, who recently competed in the The Africa and Arab Collegiate Programming Championship 2024 (ACPC 2024) in Luxor, Egypt, […]
On Thursday, 20 February 2025, Mr. Yazan Al-Zubaidy, Director of Marketing and Communications at Bethlehem University, led an interactive workshop on effective communication, team building, and creative thinking. The session, that was attended by 40 students, aimed to enhance their skills in engaging with international visitors, ensuring they confidently represent the University and its mission. […]
ينظم معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم دورة تدريبية بعنوان: Microsoft Office & Internet هدف الدورة: لمحة عامة عن أساسيات الـ ITتدريب عملي على استخدام الـ Internet Browser، والـ Emailing، والـ Google Search.تدريب عملي على استخدام Microsoft Word.تدريب عملي على استخدام Microsoft Excel.التدريب على استخدام Power Point الفئة المستهدفة: كلمن يرغب في معرفة […]
On Friday, 21 February 2025 the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability – Bethlehem University (PIBS) held its weekly educational activity for children attended by 17 participants. The activity of this week focused on how the children imagine the future of the environment. The session began with an exploration of Palestine’s landscapes, highlighting the rich […]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) is pleased to offer online training course entitled: TOEFL PREPARATION | دورة توفل تحضيرية Introduction The TOEFL iBT®, which stands for the Test Of English as a Foreign Language using Internet-Based Test, is an important part of your journey to study in an English-speaking country or in […]
فن الطبخ The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership-ICP in cooperation with the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism is pleased to announce the Professional Program in: Program Description: The Culinary Arts program composed of eight modules with a total of 348 contact hours. It lasts over a period of one year, and at the […]
المدخل الى اللغة العبرية مستوى الدورة: تبدأ من الحروف وحتى يتمكن المشارك من اتقان اللغة بطريقة جيدة الفئة المستهدفة: اللذين يحتاجون اللغة في مجال عملهم سواء في المنطقة العربية أو في الداخل، الاطباء والمهندسون وموظفين البنوك والشركات ومقاولون البناء ….. الخ مكان انعقاد الدورة معهد التشبيك والشراكة المجتمعية/ جامعة بيت لحم مدة الدورة تبدأ الدورة […]
The Department of Technology, of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology & Engineering at Bethlehem University hosted a lecture today titled “An Innovative Noninvasive Approach to Treating Cancer Tumors.” The lecture was delivered by Dr. Anan Copty, founder of SynergyMed, a Beit Jala-based startup specializing in medical devices. Dr. Copty highlighted the role of computer […]
In this week’s sessions, our faculty deepened their expertise in teaching strategies they actively use, including Project-Based Learning, Product-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, and Case-Based Learning. Led by Ms. Paola Handal, faculty expanded their existing knowledge of these proven methods, discovering new ways to enhance active learning and critical thinking in their classrooms. Building on their […]
On Thursday, 20 February 2025, the Zbierski Library hosted Introduction to Physical Anthropology, a student-led session on human evolution, biological diversity and shared ancestry. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, welcomed attendees and introduced Muhammad Matouk, a passionate second-year student, who led an engaging presentation. His compelling PowerPoint, brought history to life, blending fossil discoveries, evolutionary […]
The Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering received a new digital logic design lab. The installation of the new lab was supervised by Dr. Ghassan Handal, Dean of Faculty and Dr. Anas Salhab, Chairperson of Engineering Department, in addition to a team from the Salesian partners in the Sustainable Energy Engineering program represented by […]
The Institute of Hotel Management & Tourism (IHMT) at Bethlehem University had the pleasure of welcoming a group of students from 10th grade at Saint Joseph School, Bethlehem accompanied by their teacher, Ms. Marline Syriani. The visiting students were warmly received by Mr. Elias Juha, Director of the Institute and Ms. Rania Abdel Nour, Administrative […]
Dr. Ahmad Fasfous led the fourth week of sessions organized by the Academic Innovation Hub. He provided an insightful interactive session on integrating scientific research skills into university teaching. Faculty members engaged in valuable discussions, exchanged experiences, and explored strategies to enhance student learning through research-driven teaching. In addition, to integrating research skills into education, […]
On Thursday, 13 February 2025, Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability – Bethlehem University (PIBS) hosted a webinar titled “Exploring Biosphere Reserves: Development of Al-Arqoub Reserve as a Biosphere Reserve.” This informative session, attended by 30 participants both in person and virtually, introduced attendees to the concept and significance of biosphere reserves, which are key […]
This week, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) took its Mobile Educational Unit to Um Safa, a village nearby Yatta in Hebron Governorate, for a two-day outreach program on Thursday and Friday 13-14 February 2025. Over 500 children and 100 adults participated in the educational activities, learning about Palestine’s rich natural environment. The […]
The Zbierski Library at Bethlehem University hosted an insightful session titled “Coping with University Life: Strategies for managing Psychological Stress,” on Thursday, 13 February 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM with 23 enthusiastic students in attendance. The session aimed to equip students with practical tools to navigate academic pressures and personal challenges effectively. Library […]
On February 10, 2025, fourteen 9th grade students, from College Des Freres School visited Zbierski Library and Turathuna, George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage for a meaningful and immersive learning experience. Ms. Mirna Zougbhi and Ms. Sana Salsa from the library staff warmly welcomed the students at the entrance, and Library Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza […]
Bethlehem University had the pleasure of welcoming representatives from the European Union (EU) during a cooking competition hosted on campus funded by the EU on Tuesday, 11 February 2025. Mr. James Rizzo, Deputy European Union Representative, and Mrs. Inas Abu Shirbi, Press and Information Officer of the European Union Representative (West Bank & Gaza Strip, […]
Bethlehem University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Fadi Kattan as its new Executive Vice President, effective Friday, 7 February 2025. This appointment, unanimously endorsed by the International Board of Regents, marks a significant milestone in the University’s continued mission to serve as a center of academic excellence and social development in Palestine. […]
This week, the Academic Innovation Hub (AIH) hosted the third session of the Faculty Development Plan, focusing on the transformative potential of Service-Learning (SL) and Community Engagement. Led by Mr. Elias Hazin, the session provided faculty members with key insights into SL concepts and real-world applications in higher education. By integrating Service-Learning into their courses, […]
On 4 February 2025, students from St. Joseph’s School visited the Zbierski Library and Turathuna: George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage for an enriching educational experience. Visit Schedule: Library staff Ms. Mirna Zougbhi and Ms. Sana Salsa warmly greeted the students at the entrance gate and Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, warmly welcomed them upon […]
Do you have a passion for capturing the beauty of Palestinian nature? If you’re a photographer or an artist, this is your chance to participate in a competition that celebrates Palestinian landscapes, environment, and wildlife! Theme: This art contest invites artists and photographers to explore the beauty and significance of Palestinian landscapes, environment, and wildlife. […]
Support Bethlehem University’s Research & Professional Development Fund At Bethlehem University, academic excellence is not just a goal – it is a continuous journey of innovation, learning, and transformation. Our faculty members are at the heart of this mission, shaping the next generation of leaders, scholars, and change-makers. To ensure they have the best resources, […]
Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University (1982–1986) February 4, 2025, marks the seventh anniversary of the passing of Brother Thomas Scanlan, FSC, a distinguished leader who served as Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University from 1982 to 1986. His tenure, during a turbulent period in the history of Palestine, left an enduring impact on the University’s structure, […]
The short documentary “Creating Change”, which featured two students from the Department of English at Bethlehem University, has achieved another major milestone, securing the Best Human Rights Short Film award at the 2025 Love Peace and Freedom Film Festival in Chiapas, Mexico. This recognition follows the film’s success at the Festival of Visual and Interactive […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University remains committed to engaging the community through a variety of weekly activities that align with its mission to raise awareness and promote behavioral change in environmental protection. On Tuesday, 28 January 2025, PIBS hosted students from the Lifegate Rehabilitation Center, who explored the Palestine […]
Bethlehem University continues to foster innovative and student-centered learning through its newly established Academic Innovation Hub (AIH). Last week, faculty members gathered as Br. Alejandro Cerna, FSC, PhD, Dean of the Education Faculty, discussed the Transformational Educational Model’s vision and its role in enhancing teaching methodologies. During the session, faculty members gained valuable insights into […]
On Thursday, 30 January 2025, Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library held a meeting with the student cell to plan activities for the Spring 2025 semester. The session focused on fostering student engagement, skill-building, and meaningful discussions throughout the semester. Library Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza warmly welcomed the students, expressing her joy at their participation and extending […]
For the seventh consecutive year, Bethlehem University Tourism Institute (BUTi) is delighted to announce for the prize of: “Mrs. Wedad Abu-Dayyeh’s Academic Excellence Award in the Field of Hotel Management & Tourism for the Year 2025” to a fourth year female student in the BSc. Program of Hotel Management, who manages to earn the highest […]
On Wednesday, 29 January 2025, 36 ninth-grade students from Talitha Kumi school visited Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library. Library Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza warmly welcomed them upon their arrival to the library. Ms. Juana Juha provided informative introduction to the various resources available on the ground floor. At Turathuna, the George Nasra Center, Ms. Mirna Zougbhi […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University is proud to announce that Chef Rami Hosh has been honored as a “Culinary Chef Educator” by the World Chefs Association. This recognition highlights his dedication to culinary excellence and education. Chef Rami’s achievement is a testament to his passion and commitment to the field. […]
Bethlehem University proudly announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LUMSA University (Libera Università Maria Ss. Assunta) of Rome, Italy, marking the beginning of a transformative academic partnership. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday, 29 January 2025, during an official visit by a Bethlehem University delegation led by Brother Héctor Hernán […]
This week, the Animal Rehabilitation Unit at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) received a young eagle owl, brought in by Tony Salsaa and Saed Shomaly. Dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing endangered and threatened species, PIBS has a strong track record of caring for wildlife and returning them to their natural habitats. Over […]
On Friday, 24 January 2025, Bethlehem University held its faculty and staff meeting to mark the beginning of the new academic semester – Spring 2025. Faculty and administrative staff gathered at the Anton Sansur Hall on campus to discuss university updates, initiatives, and future plans. The meeting opened with welcoming remarks from Prof. Iman Saca, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) is beginning its activities as part of the “Green Palestine” project, implemented by World Vision, featuring its Mobile Educational Unit—the first of its kind in Palestine. This initiative aims to educate children and communities across the West Bank about biodiversity, environmental sustainability, and the importance of preserving […]
Bethlehem University is proud of its Software Engineering graduates, who participated in the 1st International Alumni Conference: Empowering Employability in the Era of Artificial Intelligence, held at the University of Sharjah on 20–23 January 2025. Two teams of our talented graduates represented Bethlehem University under the mentorship of Dr. Suhail Odeh, showcasing their innovative senior […]
Bethlehem University is proud to announce the official accreditation of its new Bachelor’s Program in Speech Therapy and Audiology by the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education. Set to launch under the Tarek Ahmed Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences in the upcoming academic year, this program is the first of its kind in Bethlehem […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability hosted an interactive educational activity on Friday, 17 January 2025, as part of its weekly children’s program. This session focused on aromatic plants and their uses in everyday life. The children had the chance to prepare aromatic playdough using plants from the institute’s botanical garden, such as lavender, […]
On Monday, 13 January 2025, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) held its annual retreat at Bethlehem University. The retreat provided an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of 2024 and discuss priorities for the year ahead, all of which will be detailed in the upcoming 2024 annual report. During the retreat, PIBS’s […]
Bethlehem University proudly contributed to the development of the book “Human Rights and Gender Equality” as part of the AMAL Project, which aims to integrate these crucial concepts into educational curricula. Representing the university, Mr. Elias Al Hazin and Ms. Sabah Ikhmayess collaborated with the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education and academics from various Palestinian […]
Bethlehem University is honored to announce that Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh, founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History (PMNH) and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS), has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. This prestigious nomination was made by Nobel Laureate Mairead Corrigan Maguire in recognition of Professor Qumsiyeh’s unwavering commitment […]
The Vice-Chancellor of the Universidad Andrés Bello, Ana María Pavez, received the Vice-Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Brother Héctor Hernán Santos González and the Vice President for Advancement, Brother Jack Curran, as well as the Ambassador of Palestine in Chile, Vera Baboun, in a meeting to explore opportunities for student exchange and collaboration with study centers […]
Bethlehem University had the honor of hosting the Projects Committee of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem – France, on Friday 10 January 2025. The delegation, led by Sir. Guy Franc and accompanied by Sir Paul Giraud and Sir Philippe Renaud-Guillemet, was warmly received by Professor Iman Saca, Academic Vice President, Mr. […]
Bethlehem University is proud to have participated in the Mental Health and Youth Well-being Tools Competition, held online on Wednesday, 8 January 2024. This initiative, organized by the Palestinian Medical Relief Society in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Palestinian universities, aims to promote youth-friendly health services and foster innovative solutions to […]
Every year on Christmas Eve, the Chapel of the Divine Child at Bethlehem University becomes a beacon of joy and worship as faculty, staff, and friends gather to celebrate Christmas during the Midnight Mass. This year, the special Mass was presided over by His Excellency Archbishop Adolfo Tito Yllana, Chancellor of Bethlehem University and Apostolic […]
To Brother Héctor Hernán Santos González, FSC Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University In this Advent period of joyful expectation for the coming of Christ our Saviour, I send heartfelt greetings of spiritual closeness to the staff and students of Bethlehem University. As the entire Church prepares to celebrate the Nativity of the Lord which also […]
On Thursday, 19 December 2024, the Zbierski Library concluded its student activities for the fall semester with a highly engaging talk on the topic of “Study Tips.” Led by Library Director Elizabeth D’Souza, the session aimed to motivate students to approach their studies with focus, organization, and a renewed sense of purpose as they prepare for […]
As part of the Introduction to Media and Communications course supervised by Mr. Jeries Bassier, the Interactive Media program at Bethlehem University organized an educational visit to Ma’an TV headquarters in Bethlehem. The students explored the origin, history, and evolution of Ma’an Agency, gaining insights into its role in addressing the needs of the local […]
Bethlehem University, through its Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership, in collaboration with the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, launched two specialized training courses under the AFAQ Project Emergency Response II. These courses aim to equip participants with practical skills, enhance their career readiness, and deepen their understanding of the job market. On Friday, 11 November […]
It is with great joy and gratitude that we celebrate the appointment of Father Dr. Iyad Twal, our esteemed Executive Vice President, as Auxiliary Bishop for Jordan by the Holy Father, Pope Francis. Father Iyad has served Bethlehem University with unwavering dedication over the past twelve years, contributing immensely to our mission of providing quality […]
On Thursday, 12 December 2024, the Dean of Students Office at Bethlehem University organized a heartwarming visit to the Children’s Ward at the Bethlehem Arab Society for Rehabilitation (BASR) as part of the “Draw a Smile” program. University students participated in this humanitarian initiative by engaging the children in various fun activities, including singing, face […]
As part of its extracurricular activities, the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism organized a unique event for its students, which involved a visit to the Winery of Cremisan, followed by a recreational day featuring a barbecue and various activities aimed at fostering teamwork among the students. During the visit, the students learned about the […]
On Friday, 13 December 2024, the Zbierski Library organized an inspiring activity titled “Books Nourish the Mind and Soul.” The event aimed to encourage students to embrace reading and discover its transformative impact on the mind and soul. Ms. Vera Koussa, Head of the English Technical Services at the Library, warmly welcomed everyone and introduced […]
On Thursday, 12 December 2024, Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library hosted an inspiring student activity titled “The Magic of Art”, with 12 students in attendance. The event aimed to ignite creativity and deepen appreciation for art as a powerful form of self-expression. The session began with a warm welcome from Ms. Vera Koussa, Head of the […]
On 12 December 2024, Bethlehem University celebrated the official launch of Womenity, the first Palestinian all-female digital English magazine for empowering campus voices. Under the Faculty of Arts, this groundbreaking initiative was created, written, and designed entirely by women, for women, and about women. The event was led by Co-Editors-in-Chief, Ms. Paola Handal and Ms. Ruba Ayyad, alongside Ms. Tina Hazboun as Creative […]
Bethlehem University was honored to participate in the Joint Partners Conference organized by Caritas Jerusalem on 11 December 2024. The event, held at Casa Nova Guest House in Bethlehem, was conducted under the patronage of His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and President of Caritas Jerusalem. The university was represented by Rev. […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the French Consulate in Jerusalem, proudly hosted renowned French Chef Titouan Panaget on Thursday, 12 December 2024. Chef Panaget delivered an engaging masterclass for students of the Culinary Arts Program, focusing on the art of crêpe-making. The session showcased a variety of […]
Bethlehem University achieved outstanding results in the Palestinian University Sports Federation Futsal Championship for the Southern Region, held on Wednesday, 11 December 2024. The event was hosted by Dar Al-Kalima University in Bethlehem. The championship featured fierce competition between teams from Bethlehem University, Al-Quds Open University, the Palestine Ahliya University, and Dar Al-Kalima University. Despite […]
Bethlehem University welcomed His Excellency Domenico Bellato, the Consul General of Italy in Jerusalem, and Mr. Alessandro Tutino, the Deputy Consul General, on Wednesday, 11 December 2024. The delegation was received by Brother Hernan Santos, Vice Chancellor; Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Advancement; and Dr. Fadi Kattan, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration. […]
Four Interactive Media students from Bethlehem University—Sireen Najajreh, Areen Abu Srour, Zainab Shaqirat, and Rua Wazwaz—organized an impactful initiative titled “Verifying News and Misinformation” in the scenic village of Battir. The initiative was carried out under the supervision of Ms. Tamara Abu Laban and in collaboration with the Rural Women’s Development Society. Targeting women from […]
On Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Human Resources Office at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICEP), conducted a vital training workshop titled “Protection from Harassment, Abuse, and Sexual Exploitation Policy at Bethlehem University.” The workshop addressed the global issue of sexual exploitation, assault, and harassment (SEAH), which deeply […]
The Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology and Engineering at Bethlehem University proudly celebrates the participation of our talented Software Engineering students in the Africa and Arab Collegiate Programming Championship (ACPC) 2024 that took place Sunday, 8 December 2024 in Luxor, Egypt. Competing as team “Rely on Allah,” these students demonstrated a milestone of exceptional problem-solving skills, teamwork, and dedication on an international stage. The ACPC is […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University remains committed to engaging the community through a variety of weekly activities, each focusing on new topics and reaching diverse audiences. On Thursday, 5 December 2024, PIBS hosted a webinar titled “Building Museums Fast: An Overview of Digital Exhibit Design and Fabrication.” This session, part […]
On Thursday, 5 December 2024, Bethlehem University Zbierski Library hosted an engaging activity titled “Celebrating the Legacy of Club Deportivo Palestino” drawing in football enthusiasts and culturally curious students. Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, warmly welcomed the students, expressing gratitude for their participation and extending special thanks to Mr. Qaiss Omar Awad for preparing and […]
As part of the Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing course, which includes emergency nursing care, an insightful and practical learning event was coordinated to enhance the students’ understanding of emergency care and first aid. The event featured Mr. Abdul Haleem Jaafreh, Director of the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS) branch in Bethlehem, who delivered an engaging lecture […]
Bethlehem University hosted the Palestinian University Sports Federation Championships for 3×3 Basketball and Volleyball (Southern Region) on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. The games were held at the Catholic Action Sports Complex, featuring participation from four Palestinian universities: Palestine Ahliya University, Dar al-Kalima University, Hebron University, and Palestine Polytechnic University, alongside the host, Bethlehem University. The […]
On Tuesday, 3 December 2024, the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University hosted a scientific conference titled “The Impact of Crises on the Health and Wellbeing of Healthcare Providers and Health Sciences Students.” The event brought together approximately 100 representatives from educational and healthcare institutions, including the Palestinian Ministry […]
Entitled: Apparatus and Method to Relay A Transmission The Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering represented by Dean of the faculty, Dr. Ghassan Handal congratulates Dr. Anas Salhab, Chairperson of the Engineering Department for registering a patent issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office in the field of drone-aided wireless communications. In […]
The Advancement Office is pleased to have supported the first phase of the Brother Joe Hall renovation project, which has been successfully completed, as confirmed by the Estates Management Department. This milestone was made possible through the generous support of the EOHSJ-USA Western Lieutenancy and our dear friend, Dr. Nabil Kassab. As one of the […]
A delegation from Bethlehem University participated in the Fifth Global Symposium on Service-Learning, held in Rome on November 7-8, 2024. Organized by the Latin American Center for Service-Learning (CLAYSS) and LUMSA University in Italy, the symposium gathered over 200 representatives from Catholic universities worldwide to advance service learning and celebrate the winning service-learning initiatives in […]
Bethlehem University students Afnan Al-Shouli and Sadeel Issa launched an initiative titled Media Literacy and Digital Safety at the Salesian Vocational Training Center in Bethlehem, under the supervision of Ms. Tamara Abu Laban. This initiative is part of the media literacy projects spearheaded by the Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability held an interactive educational activity as part of its weekly children’s program. This week’s session focused on how animals adapt to the winter season, addressing challenges such as finding food, conserving energy, and surviving colder temperatures. Children learned about various survival strategies, including hibernation, migration, and behavioral or […]
On Thursday, 28 November 2024, the Zbierski Library was abuzz with energy and enthusiasm as 16 students gathered for a captivating student-led activity titled “From Failure to Success.” Ms. Sana Salsa, a library staff, warmly welcomed the group and introduced Fatima Altous, a first-year student, who led the hour-long session. Fatima’s presentation, illustrated with an […]
Second-year students in the Human Growth and Development course (OCTH220) had the opportunity to attend an enriching lecture on Gender-Based Violence, delivered by guest speaker Ms. Christeen Ibrahim. The lecture provided insightful perspectives on the concept of gender-based violence, highlighting its profound impact on communities. Ms. Christeen encouraged students to reflect on the topic’s significance, […]
Bethlehem University proudly contributed to the impactful dialogue at the 51st annual Huether Lasallian Conference, held November 21-23, 2024, in Baltimore, Maryland. The conference, themed “Lasallian Education Today: Integral, Spiritual, Transformational,” brought together over 275 educators to explore innovative ways to advance the Lasallian mission in diverse educational contexts. At the heart of the conference […]
From 15–17 November 2024, nine members of Bethlehem University’s Christian Youth group embarked on a transformative three-day spiritual retreat. Disconnecting from the distractions of daily life, including their cell phones, the group immersed themselves in prayer and activities designed to deepen their faith and foster personal growth. Using creative expressions like theater and art, as […]
As part of their English for Advocacy course, fourth-year students from the English Department partnered with Program Manager Mr. Hamza Jalham from the Ibdaa Cultural Center and Gender Specialist and Focal Point Ms. Maysa Shalalda from Palestinian Family Planning and Protection Association to address the pressing issue of harassment. The collaboration culminated in a two-hour […]
In a powerful display of solidarity with the Palestinian suffering under the Israeli war in the Gaza Strip, universities in Bethlehem Governorate, and under the patronage of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, organized a marathon on Wednesday, 27 November 2024. The event, held in conjunction with the International Day of Solidarity with the […]
Bethlehem University’s approach to service-learning has garnered international recognition, earning the prestigious Uniservitate Award with a Special Mention. The university’s innovative initiatives were celebrated on 9 November 2024, during a private audience with the Supreme Pontiff Pope Francis in the Vatican’s Clementine Hall. The university’s six-member delegation included representatives from the English Language, Literature, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University organized two activities last week aimed at enhancing environmental awareness and strengthening the connection between the local community and nature. The first activity was a visit from the Environmental Club of the Muhammad Salem Al-Dhweib Boys’ School, where the students toured several of the institute’s […]
On Friday, 22 November 2024, the Zbierski Library hosted a truly memorable event organized by Library Director Elizabeth Dsouza—the launch of the book The Tapestry of My Life’s Journey by the remarkable Elaine J. Rumman. At 94 years old, Ms. Elaine continues to inspire with her passion for reading and writing, living a vibrant and […]
Bethlehem University successfully concluded the Second International Bethlehem Conference, titled “Palestinian Archaeology and Cultural Heritage: Towards Preserving Our Heritage from Appropriation and Destruction,” held on Tuesday and Wednesday, 19-20 November 2024, on campus. The two-day conference featured ten sessions addressing critical topics, including the destruction of cultural heritage in Gaza, the challenges of appropriation, the […]
On Thursday, 14 November 2024, the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering at Bethlehem University organized an Astronomy Night. The event was attended by faculty members, staff, members of the university’s executive council, and students. Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed the attendees and highlighted the university’s commitment to supporting student […]
On Thursday, 14 November 2024, the Zbierski Library buzzed with excitement as 18 students gathered for a captivating student-led activity named “Footprints of History.” Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Director of the Library warmly welcomed the group and introduced Khader Qassis, a second-year student, who led the hour-long journey through cultural wonders around the world. Khader’s visually […]
The Annual Library Liaison Meeting (LLT) was held on Thursday 7 November 2024 in the library’s Garden Level from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, director of the Library welcomed and thanked Fr. Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President, Dr. Iman Saca, Academic Vice President, and faculty representatives from the different departments who attended […]
The Interactive Media and Communication Program at Bethlehem University hosted award-winning British journalist and documentary filmmaker Jessica Kelly, renowned for her investigative films. The event featured a screening of Kelly’s work in Iraq and Palestine, followed by a discussion with students about the challenges of producing such films and their broader impact. Kelly spoke about […]
Bethlehem University has signed a partnership agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote democratic values and enhance youth engagement in Palestinian society. This collaboration is part of the Support to Democratization and Inclusive Electoral Processes in the State of Palestine project, implemented by UNDP. The initiative aims to empower Palestinian youth to […]
As part of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability’s weekly educational activities, this week’s session was titled “Tales of Skulls and Teeth: What Do Teeth Say About What We Eat?” During the event, children enjoyed learning about the amazing adaptations in animals, discovering how unique traits like the shape of teeth, the thickness of […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University wrapped up its 10th-anniversary celebrations with a heartwarming community event at Jemima on Thursday, 7 November 2024. Children experienced the wonders of nature by exploring the institute’s Natural History Exhibit and creating beautiful crafts from recycled materials. This event reflected the institute’s ongoing commitment to […]
From November 5 to 7, 2024, Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library welcomed 80 students from Al-Ibrahimieh Society School, accompanied by their teachers. The three-day visit aimed to introduce the students to the library’s resources and deepen their connection to Palestinian heritage. The library team, led by Juana Juha, provided an informative introduction to the various resources […]
Bethlehem University is proud to announce that two of its distinguished graduates, Motasem Abu Ghalyoun and Malak Abu Hammad, recently represented Palestine at an international conference in Qatar focused on Climate Change and its Impact on Tourism in Palestine. During their presentation, Motasem and Malak highlighted the pressing environmental challenges facing Palestine, including the significant […]
On Thursday, 7 November 2024, Bethlehem University’s Zbierski Library held a lively student gathering titled “Book Club Strengthens Bonds.” Initially planned as a shared reading session, the activity evolved into an engaging discussion as students shared insights from books they’d recently read. Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’Souza, welcomed the students warmly and guided the activity. […]
As Dean of Students since March 2023, Dr. Mohammad Awad brings a transformative vision to Bethlehem University, inspired by over 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, international business, and public administration. With a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Dallas in Public Administration, specializing in Nonprofit Management, Dr. Awad combines academic excellence with […]
As part of Bethlehem University’s mission to promote health awareness and serve the community, students from the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences are actively engaging in field activities through their Community Health course. These activities aim to spread health education and enable early detection of various conditions, focusing on local schools (public, private, and […]
Bethlehem University, represented by Br. Héctor Hernán Santos González, Vice Chancellor, and Saint Paul University, represented by Rector Louis Patrick Leroux, signed a new partnership agreement aimed at fostering collaboration in cultural, academic, and research fields. This partnership not only strengthens Bethlehem University’s mission of advancing knowledge and peace in the Holy Land but also […]
The Department of Arabic Language at Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Arts organized a field trip for Interactive Media students to the picturesque village of Battir, west of Bethlehem. This educational journey took place on Thursday, 31 October 2024, with the guidance of faculty members and in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability remains dedicated to engaging the community through a variety of weekly activities, each introducing new topics and reaching diverse audiences. On Thursday, 31 October 2024, they hosted a webinar titled “Priorities and Strategy for Action on Environment in Crisis: Street-Proven Design and Lessons for Palestine.” This session, part […]
Bethlehem University is proud of its Physical Therapy graduates who applied for the 2024 licensing exam by the Palestinian Ministry of Health achieved a 100% pass rate! This exam included both a computer-based knowledge test and a hands-on practical skills assessment, and our graduates not only passed but excelled. This outstanding success is a testament […]
On Thursday, 31 October 2024, the Zbierski Library was alive with energy as Bookworm Haven brought together a dynamic group of book lovers. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza warmly welcomed the group and led the session brimming with eye-opening insights and spirited conversations—making for a truly memorable afternoon! Each participant shared a unique book, weaving together an […]
The Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences marked World Occupational Therapy Day, providing a valuable opportunity to spotlight the significance of occupational therapy as a profession. The event was officially opened by Prof. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, alongside Dean of the Faculty, Ms. […]
As part of their Teaching and Presentation Skills course, Bethlehem University’s Occupational Therapy students conducted community projects in schools across Bethlehem and Jerusalem during October in commemoration of Occupational Therapy Day on 27 October. The purpose of the visits was to raise awareness among secondary school students about the role of Occupational Therapy and its […]
On 25 October 2024, Bethlehem University was honored to present the Faithful and Generous Friend Award to Mr. George and Diana Nasra in Amman, Jordan. Brother Hernan Santos, FSC, PhD, Vice Chancellor, joined by Mr. Anton Kattan, member of the Bethlehem University International Board of Regents, and his wife, Lina, led the ceremony, with Ms. […]
Bethlehem University’s Alumni Relations Unit, in collaboration with the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences and Al-Maha Cancer Society, recently organized an awareness lecture titled “Check and be reassured.” The event, aimed at empowering female alumni, focused on breast cancer prevention and early detection. Dr. Hanan Hazboun, Associate Professor at the Faculty, […]
Bethlehem University recognizes the significant academic contributions of Mr. Naji Anton Alslaibi, Director of Institutional Affairs, a PhD candidate in Accounting and Finance, whose recent research offers critical insights into sustainable finance in emerging markets. Co-authored with Dr. Nasser Abdelkarim from Arab American University, Mr. Alslaibi’s research was published by Springer in the peer-reviewed journal […]
Bethlehem University recently marked the successful completion of the Salalem project, a transformative five-year initiative designed to empower students with disabilities by equipping them with essential workforce skills. In partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and the University’s Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership, the program combined life skills training with practical work experience to […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) has initiated its olive harvest activities at the PIBS Botanical Garden, inviting the public to participate in this important agricultural tradition. This year’s harvest demonstrated strong community involvement, with participation from various groups. The PIBS team was joined by local and international volunteers, along with students from […]
On Thursday, 24 October 2024, the Zbierski Library held an engaging student activity titled “A Dialogue on Philosophy and Psychology,” with 18 students in attendance. Ms. Vera Koussa, a library staff member, warmly welcomed everyone and introduced Islam Abueram, a second-year student, who led the session. Islam began with a thought-provoking PowerPoint presentation, offering clear […]
Bethlehem University is proud to celebrate a team of our software engineering students who have qualified for the prestigious ACPC Africa and Arab Collegiate Programming Championship! This achievement follows their exceptional performance at the PCPC Palestinian Collegiate Programming Contest held on October 24, 2024, at Birzeit University. Congratulations to Ihab Mali, Hasan Zawahra, and Rama […]
During the week of 21 October 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) organized a series of educational activities focused on the community, aimed at enhancing environmental awareness and fostering sustainability. On Monday, 21 October 2024, PIBS visited Bardala Girls’ Secondary School and Kardala Basic School. This visit marked the conclusion of their […]
In a significant step towards enhancing technical and vocational education in the region, Bethlehem University and the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday 24 October 2024. The agreement, which aims to create new job opportunities and contribute to sustainable economic development in Bethlehem, sets the stage for […]
At Bethlehem University, we are committed to empowering our students to become active, informed citizens dedicated to truth, justice, and peace in the Holy Land. Recently, the Bethlehem University Institute for Community Partnership and the Interactive Media program of the Faculty of Arts concluded the second course of the Media Literacy Project, in collaboration with […]
As of September 2023, Ms. Salam Awwad has taken on the pivotal role of Dean of the Tareq Ahmed Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University. With a remarkable career spanning over three decades, Ms. Salam has made significant contributions to nursing education and practice in the region. Ms. Salam’s journey in […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability organized its weekly educational activity for children on Friday, 18 October 2024, with this week’s theme centered around agriculture. As fall has arrived, the children took part in planting the community garden at the institute, preparing it for the new winter agricultural season. Following the planting session, the […]
Last week, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) conducted visits to four marginalized schools in the Jordan Valley using its Mobile Educational Unit, the first of its kind in Palestine. This initiative aims to reach a diverse range of students, universities, and remote communities throughout the West Bank. With support from the Ministry […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS), in partnership with Women Media and Development/TAM and the Nahalin Municipality, wrapped up a series of four engaging workshops aimed at establishing a Women’s Environmental Center in Nahalin. These workshops were designed to equip the founding members with the essential knowledge and skills they need to run […]
Do you want to study in France and have many questions? Did you know that you can study in programs fully taught in English? Have you heard of Campus France scholarship programs? Come and join us on Thursday, October 24nd at 11 am to learn more about scholarships and studying in France. To participate please register here […]
On Thursday, 17 October 2024, the Zbierski Library hosted an engaging student activity titled “A Deep Dive into an Analytical Mind”, attracting a group of sixteen curious students. The session began with warm welcomes from Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza and Sana Salsa, who introduced the featured presenter, Rayyan Salem, a first-year student with a passion for […]
The Physical and Occupational Therapy Department at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences organized a social activity where second-year physiotherapy students visited the Al-Malath Foundation for people with disabilities in Beit Sahour. The activity included a group breakfast followed by olive picking, in an atmosphere full of positive interaction and community integration.
Bethlehem University is making significant progress in enhancing higher education in Libya by participating in the establishment of a Master’s program in International Cooperation and Development. This initiative addresses the pressing need for a comprehensive educational framework aimed at nurturing a new generation of professionals equipped to lead in the government, civil society, and private […]
On Thursday, 17 October 2024, first year Occupational Therapy students visited LifeGate Rehabilitation Center in Beit Jala as part of an introductory course to the profession. The students met the director Mr. Burghard Shunkert who thanked Bethlehem University for the long and ongoing partnership. In addition, they met nine occupational therapists, who are graduates of […]
Bethlehem University is making significant strides in child and adolescent neuropsychology, addressing a critical need in the Palestinian community and beyond. Driven by its professional and social responsibility, the University continues to work on establishing a specialization in neuropsychology in Palestine, as well as contributing to the development of this specialization across the Arab world. […]
On Tuesday, 15 October 2024, Occupational Therapy students at Bethlehem University participated in an integrated lecture with Ms. Dalia Elias at the Simulation Center in the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. The session, part of the “Human Growth and Development” course (OCTH220), focused on the birth process and the interventions used during labor. This […]
On 07 October, Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Advancement at Bethlehem University, had a truly special visit with Mr. Ali, the founder and executive director of the Palestinian Students Scholarship Fund (PSSF). The meeting was an opportunity to share stories, laughter, and a deep sense of purpose about the work both organizations do to […]
Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering has taken a significant step in promoting scientific exploration with the launch of its new Astronomy Club. The initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Michel Hanania, Mr. Ahmed Attiya, alumni Mereal Lolas and Hanna Estifan, and a group of dedicated students, aims to ignite passion for astronomy among […]
Elias Juha, a graduate of Bethlehem University’s class of 1999, has dedicated his career to the hospitality industry, following in the footsteps of his family. His journey has taken him both locally and internationally, showcasing his passion and expertise in the field. After graduating from Bethlehem University, Elias worked at several local and international hotels. […]
Ms. Nadia Bani Shamseh, Director of the Brother Vincent Malham Center at Bethlehem University, participated in the 10th Arabic Language Conference held in Dubai from 10-12 October 2024. At the conference, Bani Shamseh chaired the 41st scientific session, titled “Teaching Skills for Non-Native Students of the Arabic Language.” The session featured presentations from professors from […]
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During the week of October 7, 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability – Bethlehem University (PIBS) organized a series of educational activities aimed at raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainability within the community. The week commenced on Wednesday, 9 October 2024, with a collaborative training workshop organized in partnership with the Women’s Development […]
On Thursday, October 10, 2024, the Zbierski Library hosted a student activity titled “The Art of Reading and Writing: A Personal Success Story” from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, attended by twenty-two students. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Director of the Library, welcomed the attendees and introduced Chantal Nabil Awad, a first-year student who led the presentation. […]
Bethlehem University is proud to congratulate its distinguished alumna, Serina Almassu, a graduate of the Medical Laboratory Sciences program in 2020, on her recent appointment to the prestigious EPS (European Physical Society) Action Committee. This remarkable achievement is a reflection of Serina’s dedication and contributions to the scientific community, both locally and internationally. Serina is […]
Bethlehem University’s Midwifery Department recently held its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month event at the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. The event, made possible by Dutch War Child Foundation, focused on women’s health, particularly breast cancer awareness, early detection, and prevention. Targeting women in the Bethlehem Governorate, including marginalized communities like […]
Dr. Grace Hazboun Elias has recently taken on the role of Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs at Bethlehem University, marking a significant chapter in her career in education. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in teaching and pursuit of keeping up with educational developments, Dr. Elias aspires to build upon the strong […]
On Tuesday, 8 October 2024, Bethlehem University Student Ambassadors participated in a powerful virtual exchange with individuals from diverse backgrounds across the United Kingdom. Organized by Mr. David Griffith, Chair of the Interfaith Group in Norwich, and Revd Canon David Longe, Trustee of the Friends of the Holy Land, the meeting created a space for […]
Bethlehem University is proud to announce that six of its members—three from the Department of English and Communication, Mr. Ramzi Asali, Mr. Layth Awwad, and Ms. Ruba Ayyad, and three from the Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Dr. Hanan Saca-Hazboun, Ms. Amal Abu Nijmeh-Fakhouri, and Ms. Fatmeh Madani-Hammad, who won the Global UNISERVITATE Award with […]
In a powerful collaboration that reflects Bethlehem University’s commitment to community development and sustainability, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS), alongside Women Media and Development/TAM and the Nahalin Municipality, launched a transformative initiative: a series of training workshops to establish a Women’s Environmental Center in Nahalin. This center aims to empower women, provide […]
Dr. Ghassan Handal, a familiar face at Bethlehem University, has spent two-thirds of his life within its halls. From his early days as a lab assistant in the Biology Department to his recent appointment as Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering, Dr. Handal has been an integral part of the university’s […]
In line with Bethlehem University’s mission to uplift and serve communities, the Faculty of Nursing at the Qubeibeh Branch, in collaboration with Dunya Women’s Cancer Center, organized a crucial lecture and hands-on workshop on breast cancer awareness and early detection. Students were provided with a comprehensive overview of the disease, covering its causes, risk factors, […]
On Thursday, 26 September 2024, the Bethlehem University Library transformed its garden level into a vibrant hub of curiosity and discovery. From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, ten eager students gathered for an enriching experience, hosted by Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Ms. Vera Koussa, and Ms. Sana Salsa, from the Library Team. The session began with […]
On 28 September 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with Women of the Sun, hosted a workshop for women from marginalized Palestinian communities. The event focused on practical solutions to water shortages, beginning with a hands-on session where participants learned to make biodegradable detergents. These eco-friendly alternatives […]
On Friday, 27 September 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) partnered with the Cremisan Salesian Convent to organize a nature and biodiversity visit for 25 children from the Terra Sancta Scout Troop. The goal of the program was to increase the children’s awareness and appreciation for the environment. The day began with […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the A.M. Qattan Foundation, organized a workshop for students from Thabra Mixed Basic School on Thursday, 26 September 2024. The workshop focused on sustainable agriculture, covering the history of farming in Palestine and highlighting its rich agricultural heritage along with fundamental environmental […]
Link: https://lpj.org/index.php/en/news/first-diocesan-meeting-of-the-patriarchates-family-center-in From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem Date: 28/09/2024 By Nicolawos Hazboun On Friday, September 27, 2024, the Family Center of the Latin Patriarchate held the first meeting of its kind for engaged couples at the Seminary of Beit Jala. Twenty-five young men and women from various Palestinian parishes participated in this comprehensive day of learning, aimed at equipping young […]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) in collaboration with the Resource Center for Students with Disability at Bethlehem University successfully concluded a training course on life skills and job readiness, totaling 25 and 32 training hours, respectively, in addition to 16 days of practical training in civil society organizations. In a ceremony held […]
To BU Faculty of Business Administration & Department of Humanities 2nd, 3rd & 4th-year undergrad students. Deadline: Tuesday, 1 October 2024. Dear Student, Please prepare your study plan carefully and ONLY apply for courses approved by your Faculty / Department at Home University. There is no add-and-drop period at Lund University. This means that there are limited chances to change courses […]
Dr. Ahmed F. Fasfous is a highly accomplished Associate Professor in Neuropsychology at Bethlehem University, currently serving as the Dean of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research. His passion lies in cultural neuropsychology, a field dedicated to understanding the impact of cultural factors on the brain and its functions. Dr. Fasfous holds a Ph.D. in Clinical […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) joined the global community in celebrating World Cleanup Day on Friday, 20 September 2024. PIBS organized a special educational event for children to promote environmental awareness and inspire positive behavioral change. During the event, children learned about the importance of keeping the environment clean, proper waste disposal, […]
Linda Handal successfully defended her Master’s thesis in the Biotechnology program at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) on Friday, September 20, 2024. Her thesis, titled “Biodiversity Assessment of Wetlands in Palestine Using Environmental DNA (eDNA) Metabarcoding,” was supervised by Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh, with Dr. Omar Dar Issa as the internal supervisor and […]
Dr. Omar Abd Rabbo, Head of the Department of Humanities at Bethlehem University, gave a lecture titled “The Gates of Jerusalem in the Early Arab-Islamic periods (8th -11th century AD)” at the French Institute of the Near East (IFPO) on 18 September 2024. The public lecture drew a diverse audience, including senior researchers, specialists, archaeologists, […]
On Thursday, 19 September 2024, the library launched, for the first time, a Book Club, titled “Bookworm Haven”. The inaugural meeting took place at the library building, garden level from 11 AM to 12 PM, with 15 enthusiastic students in attendance. Elizabeth Dsouza, the Library Director, along with library staff members Vera Koussa and Sana […]
On September 16, 2024, Mr. Layth R. Awwad, M.A., from the English Language, Literature, and Communications Department at Bethlehem University, returned as a guest lecturer to Colorado State University, Pueblo, USA. This marked his second invitation to speak in Ms. Electra Aguirre’s (MFA) creative writing class, where he shared insights into the creative writing process. […]
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Finances Job Type: Full-Time Starting date: As soon as possible The Administrative Assistant takes direction from and is directly supervised by the Vice President for Finances. The position holder is expected to deliver professional secretarial and administrative support to the Vice President for Finances. Providing a variety of […]
Link: http://lasalle-po.org/2024/09/17/bethlehem-university-expresses-heartfelt-gratitude-to-its-irish-benefactors/ From: Lasalle Proche-Orient Bethlehem University is deeply grateful to its generous benefactors in Ireland, whose unwavering support continues to make a lasting impact on our students, especially in these particularly challenging times in the Holy Land. During a recent visit to Ireland, Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, and Brother Jack […]
Bethlehem University’s Interactive Media Program, in collaboration with the Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) and the Finnish Lifelong Learning Foundation (KVS), has launched the second edition of its Media Literacy Project. This 15-session training program, which involves trainers from the university’s media program and Finland, aims to enhance students’ media literacy skills and […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/holy-land-bethlehem-university-convenes-high-level-diplomatic-meeting-ambassadors-holy-see From: abouna.org bethlehem.edu : On Thursday, September 12, 2024, Bethlehem University hosted a significant diplomatic meeting at the Generalate of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Rome, bringing together Ambassadors to the Holy See. This gathering aimed to deepen understanding and foster support for Bethlehem University’s mission of providing quality education to […]
Faro di Speranza Link: https://www.osservatoreromano.va/it/news/2024-09/quo-207/faro-di-speranza.html From: L’osservatore Romano «L’Università di Betlemme è più di un’università. È un faro di speranza per il popolo palestinese e per le persone di tutte le fedi del mondo che hanno a cuore la Terra Santa e il suo popolo. Forma i futuri leader, che svolgeranno un ruolo vitale nella […]
Link: https://www.conventofrancescano.it/it_IT/news/luniversita-di-betlemme–lasciate-acceso-un-faro-di-speranza From: CONVENTO FRANCESCANO I rappresentati dell’unica università cattolica della Terra Santa hanno incontrato a Roma gli ambasciatori della Santa Sede per sensibilizzarli sulla situazione dell’ateneo, punto di riferimento multiculturale e accademico della regione. Sono 3.400 gli studenti iscritti che dall’inizio della guerra hanno riscontrato sempre maggiori difficoltà nel raggiungere il campus Leggi Tutto
Link: https://www.gaeta.it/universita-di-betlemme-un-faro-di-speranza-per-gli-studenti-in-tempi-di-crisi From: GAETA.IT Date: 13-09/2024 by Donatella Ercolano Dall’inizio del conflitto nella regione, l’Università di Betlemme ha affrontato sfide enormi per garantire l’istruzione dei suoi 3.400 studenti. In un recente incontro a Roma, i rappresentanti dell’unica università cattolica della Terra Santa hanno cercato di sensibilizzare gli ambasciatori della Santa Sede riguardo alle difficoltà crescenti che gli studenti devono affrontare per raggiungere […]
Link: https://www.vaticannews.va/de/vatikan/news/2024-09/betlehem-universitaet-palaestina-nahost-botschafter-vatikan.html From: Vatican news Die Führung der „Universität Betlehem“ hat sich am Donnerstag in Rom mit Botschaftern verschiedener Länder beim Heiligen Stuhl getroffen. Bei der Veranstaltung ging es um die Arbeit der ersten und einzigen katholischen Universität in Palästina und über die Auswirkungen des Nahostkonflikts auf den Studienbetrieb. Die 1973 gegründete Uni, die ihren […]
Link: https://www.lasalle.org/en/bethlehem-university-is-a-beacon-of-hope-in-the-holy-land/# From: Generalate of the Brothers of the Christian Schools Representatives of the Holy Land’s only Catholic university met with a group of ambassadors to the Holy See in Rome to deepen understand the situation of the university, a multicultural and academic reference point in the region. The 3,400 students enrolled have found it increasingly […]
Link: https://www.vaticannews.va/fr/eglise/news/2024-09/l-universite-de-bethleem.html From: Vatican News Date: 13/9/2024 Italian Spanish French Les ambassadeurs près le Saint-Siège étaient invités à participer jeudi 12 septembre à une rencontre diplomatique à la Maison Généralice des Frères des Écoles Chrétiennes à Rome. Initiée par l’Université de Bethléem, cette réunion visait à approfondir la connaissance et à encourager le soutien à […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History at Bethlehem University is excited to announce its membership in the Red Mundial de Museos Lasallian, a significant milestone that enhances its commitment to promoting Palestine’s unique natural heritage on a global scale. As one of only 24 museums in this esteemed network, the museum gains valuable opportunities for […]
As part of its mission to promote research, education, and environmental conservation—emphasizing the rich biodiversity of Palestine—the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability hosts weekly activities designed to raise environmental awareness among children and encourage positive behavioral changes. On Friday, 13 September 2024, PIBS organized a special event focused on medicinal plants in its botanical […]
Bethlehem University Convenes High-Level Diplomatic Meeting with Ambassadors to the Holy See in Rome
This Thursday, September 12, Bethlehem University hosted a significant diplomatic meeting at the Generalate of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Rome, bringing together Ambassadors to the Holy See. This gathering aimed to deepen understanding and foster support for Bethlehem University’s mission of providing quality education to Palestinian students, particularly during the ongoing conflict […]
Bethlehem University Convenes High-Level Diplomatic Meeting with Ambassadors to the Holy See in Rome
Link: https://www.lasalle.org/en/bethlehem-university-convenes-high-level-diplomatic-meeting-with-ambassadors-to-the-holy-see-in-rome/ From: Generalate of the Brothers of the Christian Schools Spanish French Italian This Thursday, September 12, Bethlehem University hosted a significant diplomatic meeting at the Generalate of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Rome, bringing together Ambassadors to the Holy See. This gathering aimed to deepen understanding and foster support for Bethlehem […]
Bethlehem University is deeply grateful to its generous benefactors in Ireland, whose unwavering support continues to make a lasting impact on our students, especially in these particularly challenging times in the Holy Land. During a recent visit to Ireland, Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, and Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Advancement, […]
With the aim of promoting and spreading a culture of comprehensive quality assurance within the various departments, offices, and units at Bethlehem University, and in recognition of the work and achievements of the internal quality cells members regarding the implementation and enhancement of best quality practices within their units, the “Vice Chancellor’s Quality Assurance Award” […]
Bethlehem University held a general faculty and staff meeting on Friday, September 6, 2024, marking the start of the new academic year 2024-2025. The meeting was opened by Prof. Iman Al-Sacca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, with a moment of silence in honor of the martyrs of Palestine. During the meeting, the university’s recent changes […]
This week, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability conducted two engaging educational activities centered on environmental topics, both of which occur on a weekly basis, featuring new subjects each time. The first activity was a webinar highlighting a manuscript accepted for publication in the Journal of Threatened Taxa, titled “Noteworthy Records of Vascular Plants […]
Bethlehem University has concluded its preparations for the new academic year 2024-2025 with a two-day orientation program for its incoming students. The orientation days, organized by the Deanship of Students Department, took place on Tuesday, 3 September, and Wednesday, 4 September 2024. Approximately 800 new students attended the orientation, with students from the Faculty of […]
In the past year, the Brothers of the Christian Schools welcomed 45 new Brother Teachers who have taken their temporary vows. May the Holy Spirit continue to guide them on their path, and may the example of Saint John Baptist de La Salle always be their model and inspiration.
Bethlehem University and the Holy Land Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on youth development initiatives. The partnership aims to empower Bethlehem University students to become active and engaged citizens through participation in the Holy Land Trust’s various programs. The “Generation to Generation” project, the Bet Lahem Life Festival, and the cultural […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) continued its efforts to raise environmental awareness through an educational event for children on Friday, 30 August 2024. The event was held in conjunction with World Water Week, which took place from August 25 to 29. The workshop focused on the critical importance of water conservation. Participants […]
Despite the challenging circumstances facing Palestine, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) continues to attract international interest. On Wednesday, 28 August 2024, PIBS welcomed a group of 33 visitors from the United States. The delegation toured the institute’s natural history and ethnography exhibits, explored the botanical garden, and attended a talk by Dr. […]
His Excellency Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Hani Al-Hayek, paid a visit to the Palestine Museum of Natural History on Saturday, 24 August 2024. He was warmly welcomed by Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor, Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Advancement, and Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh and his wife, Mrs. Jessie Qumsiyeh, founders of the Palestine […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) continues its efforts to raise awareness about natural and environmental issues through a variety of educational activities. Women’s Workshop on Medicinal Plants On Thursday, August 22, 2024, PIBS held a workshop for women led by artist and nutritionist Rasha Tayeb. The workshop focused on the health benefits […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) harvested fresh, organic honey from their Botanical Garden on Friday, 16 August 2024. This event underscores the critical role bees play in ecological balance and illustrates the advantages of sustainable honey production practices. Bees are indispensable for pollinating a wide range of plants, a process that is […]
Bethlehem University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) on Wednesday, 14 August 2024, to collaborate in training students with disabilities in Palestine to strengthen their life and employment skills in preparation for entering the job market as part of the “Salalem” project. The MoU was signed by Brother Dr. Hernán Santos, […]
On Thursday, 15 August 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Imad Eldine Al-Baba, Director of the Protected Areas and Biodiversity Department at the Environment Quality Authority (EQA). The visit was part of the ongoing project funded by the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF), titled “Science-Based Conservation […]
Bethlehem University’s Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management recently held the final exam for its eleventh Culinary Arts Program cohort. The event was attended by esteemed guests, including a representative from the Ministry of Labor and representatives from the Palestinian Association for Culinary Arts, Master Chefs Odeh Abu El Hawa and Waleed Abu Jumaa, alongside […]
Bethlehem University’s Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICEP), in collaboration with the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, recently celebrated the success of its “Emergency Project for AFAQ – Job creation component.” The initiative provided employment opportunities for over 20 individuals between the ages of 18 and 60. To recognize the contributions of the participants, ICEP […]
On Thursday, 9 August 2024, Bethlehem University awarded the Mrs. Widad Abu Dayyah Award for Academic Excellence in Hotel Management and Tourism for the year 2024 to the student Joanna Abdullah Muhammad Al-Jawarish, who excelled academically in the Bachelor of Hotel Management program at the Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management. Jawarish achieved the highest […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) continues to engage with the community through a range of regular and diverse activities, each week featuring new topics and beneficiaries. This week, on Thursday, 8 August 2024, they hosted a webinar titled “Management Plan for Protected Areas (PAs) Containing Wetlands in the Jordan Valley, Palestine,” aimed […]
Bethlehem University hosted a special symposium on Friday, 2 August 2024, titled “Chilean-Palestinian Relations: Beyond Diplomacy.” The event featured Her Excellency, the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Republic of Chile, Ms. Vera Baboun (BU ’85), and His Excellency, the Ambassador of the Republic of Chile to the State of Palestine, Mr. Sebastian […]
During the week of 29 July, the Palestine Institute of Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) team was actively engaged in advancing environmental education through a series of activities. Through its Palestine Museum of Natural History (PMNH), the institute hosted two summer camp visits, directly interacting with 40 children from the Bethlehem Governorate. The children explored the […]
Bethlehem University celebrated a significant milestone with the graduation of the first cohort of its Professional Diploma in Leadership and Spiritual Formation for Christian Youth. The official ceremony, held on the university campus, marked the accomplishments of the graduates who completed this program designed to equip Christian youth with the skills and knowledge necessary to […]
On 28 July 2024, World Nature Conservation Day serves as a crucial reminder of the collective duty to protect the planet’s natural resources and diverse ecosystems. Conservation is not just the responsibility of environmental organizations; it is something that everyone can support in their daily lives. Simple actions, such as reducing single-use plastics with reusable […]
Full time Faculty Member/ PHD in Engineering or science with a background in Computational Engineering/Science Bethlehem University is seeking a highly qualified and well-experienced full-time faculty member to fill the position” Full-time Faculty member / PHD in Engineering with background in Computational Engineering” In the Department of Computational Sciences and Engineering. Job Qualifications: PhD degree in Engineering or Science with […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Augusta Victoria Hospital – Jerusalem
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the Lutheran World Foundation, organized today an environmental activity at Augusta Victoria Hospital in Jerusalem. This initiative aimed to raise awareness among hospital staff about the crucial role of agriculture in fostering biodiversity and enhancing overall health, particularly within the context […]
Bethlehem University is honored to welcome back a distinguished alumna, Ambassador Vera Baboun (BU ’85), the Palestinian Ambassador to Chile. Ambassador Baboun recently visited Bethlehem University and met with Brother Hernan Santos, Vice Chancellor. Ambassador Baboun’s dedication to Palestine is a source of inspiration for the Bethlehem University community. Before embarking on her successful diplomatic […]
During the week of 22 July 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) team actively engaged the community through a series of enriching educational activities, demonstrating their commitment to environmental education. A key highlight was an online workshop titled “Echolocation: The Language of Bats,” presented by Professor Zuhair Amr from Jordan University of Science […]
Events Officer Full Time Job: Events Officer Starting date: As soon as possible Bethlehem University is seeking an Events Officer. The position holder provides excellent and professional support in organizing events for the various offices, faculties and departments of the University as well as external clients who want to rent facilities and organize events at Bethlehem […]
Web and Multimedia Specialist Full Time Job: Web and Multimedia Specialist Starting date: As soon as possible Bethlehem University is seeking a creative Web and Multimedia Specialist. The position holder plays a pivotal role in crafting a captivating online presence for Bethlehem University to optimize its public relations, advancement, marketing, and communications efforts. This is a […]
Bethlehem University is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Special Mention in the 2024 edition of the prestigious Uniservitate Global Award for Service-Learning in Catholic Higher Education. Bethlehem University was represented in the competition by four initiatives, two of which made it to the final round and earned the honorable Special Mention: […]
Each week at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) is unique, but all activities are centered on its core mission of environmental conservation. PIBS aims to conserve the environment by raising awareness about the importance of a healthy environment and how people’s daily actions, often done without thinking, heavily affect it. During the […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) currently has 12 volunteers, with 7 of them residing at PIBS. This is the highest number of volunteers the institute has hosted simultaneously since the war began 9 months ago. The group is diverse, including individuals from China, the USA, and Britain, as well as local Palestinian […]
Bethlehem University was delighted to host a visit from the German Association of the Holy Land (DVHL) on 15 July 2024. Ms. Reem Awwad Akroush (BU ’02), DVHL Acting Director, and Ms. Corrine Albina, Project Coordinator, met with Shahinda Nassar (BU ’05), Advancement Office Manager, who provided an update on the university’s latest developments and […]
Brother Peter Bray, former Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, recently completed a 730-kilometer trek along the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Leaving Bethlehem University after 15 years wasn’t easy. Witnessing the ongoing struggles faced by Palestinians, especially the youth, left Brother Peter feeling a sense of helplessness. However, inspired by President Teddy Roosevelt’s advice to […]
On Wednesday, 17 July 2024, The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) had the privilege of hosting Ms. Ruba Al-Ghadban, the newly appointed Executive Director of the Munib and Angela Almasri Foundation (MAMF), and Mr. Ziad Abu Erdeeneh, Projects Manager at MAMF. During their visit, they toured PIBS’s renovation project, which aims to transform […]
On Saturday, 13 July 2024, Br. Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, along with the members of the Executive Council and some Student Ambassadors, welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Sant’Egidio Community in Rome, Italy. Led by Dr. Claudio Betti, personal assistant to the president of the community and accompanied by Monsignor Ambrogio Spreafico, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) remains actively engaged in environmental research and education. Last week, the institute’s team embarked on two field trips, led by staff and a combination of local and international volunteers. On Thursday morning, 11 July 2024, the team visited the small village of Artas, located within the Bethlehem […]
In the framework of enhancing cooperation with Beit Jala Pharmaceutical Company, Dr. Michel Hanania, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering, and Mr. Yazan Al-Zubaidy, Marketing and Communications Director, visited Beit Jala Pharmaceutical Company on 11 July 2024. They were met by Dr. Walid Mousa, General Manager, and Ms. Maram Abu Dais, […]
Link: https://www.thetablet.co.uk/news/18993/pope-urges-western-church-to-support-eastern-catholic-diaspora From: The Tablet by Patrick Hudson Pope Francis said that Eastern Churches had become “martyr Churches” amid wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. John Adam Fox, chairman of the British charity Fellowship and Aid to the Christians of the East, with Pope Francis during the ROACO plenary.Vatican Media Pope Francis urged western […]
Representatives from Bethlehem University and Holy Family Hospital met on Wednesday, 10 July 2024, to discuss a promising new partnership. Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Advancement, Ms. Salam Awad, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, and Shahinda Nassar, Manager of the Advancement Office, from Bethlehem University, met with Mr. Gilles Normand, […]
Bethlehem University’s Dean of Student Affairs organized the annual Career Day on Tuesday, 9 July 2024, in the university’s auditorium. The event was generously funded by the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem- Canada Toronto Lieutenancy. The event attracted more than 40 companies and institutions from across the West Bank, representing a diverse […]
The Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) at Bethlehem University, in partnership with the Palestine Heritage Trail Association, organized a two-day “Community-Based Tourism Hackathon” on Friday and Saturday, 5-6 July 2024. Funded by the Japan Social Development Fund through the World Bank, the hackathon fell under the project “Enhancing Economic Opportunities […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) has achieved significant milestones across its three core areas: research, education, and conservation, over the past week. Research: Researchers from PIBS undertook two overnight field trips to document regional biodiversity. The first trip focused on Wadi Qana-Salfit and Marj Sanour-Jenin, while the second explored the Northern Jordan […]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University held a two-day preparatory workshop in Jericho for representatives from most of the university’s faculties and departments. Participants included members from the departments of social sciences, humanities, nursing, education, interactive media, and the Deanship of Student Affairs. The primary goal of the workshop was […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) established an Animal Rehabilitation Unit in 2019, dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating numerous threatened animals. The unit has provided care for a diverse array of species, including mammals (foxes, hyenas, European badgers, mongooses, and bats), birds (golden eagles, eagle owls, black kites, crows), and reptiles (snakes). The […]
Brother Hernan Santos, Vice Chancellor, Father Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President, Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Sister Corazon Hino, Interim Vice President for Finance and Estates (remotely), Brother Jack Curran, Vice President for Development, and Naji Al Sleibi, Director of Institutional Affairs participated in the Bethlehem University International Board of Regents […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History is undergoing a significant expansion project. The existing building is being renovated to add 1,300 square meters of museum space, significantly enhancing its capacity to showcase Palestine’s rich natural heritage. On Thursday, 27 June 2024, the museum held coordination meetings to move the project forward. The museum team collaborated […]
Link: https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/50074 From: Independent Catholic News Source: Vatican News/ICN The war on Gaza and the increasing violence and restrictions in the Occupied West Bank are having a devastating effect on students at Bethlehem University – the only Catholic university in the Holy Land. Opened in 1973, a decade after Pope Paul VI’s historic pilgrimage to […]
Link: https://cathnews.com/2024/06/26/bethlehem-university-students-facing-extraordinary-difficulties/ From: CathNews A Bethlehem University official has appealed for prayers and assistance, with the Israel-Hamas war causing “extraordinary” difficulties for its students. Source: Vatican News. Fr Jack Curran FSC, Bethlehem University’s Vice-President for Advancement, is in Rome for a meeting of aid agencies serving the Eastern Catholic Churches. He spoke to Vatican News’ Fr […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History hosted over 250 children from four different summer camp groups last week. During their visit, the children participated in a variety of activities, including guided tours of PMNH’s natural history and ethnography exhibits, as well as explorations of the botanical garden. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience, discovering new […]
Link: https://www.vaticannews.va/it/chiesa/news/2024-06/intervista-vicepresidente-universita-cattolica-betlemme.html From: Vatican News Dalla riunione della Roaco fratel Jack Curran, dell’istituto dei Fratelli delle scuole cristiane e vicepresidente della Bethlehem University, chiede preghiere e assistenza per i suoi studenti provati dalle ricadute del conflitto mediorientale: arrivare da Gerusalemme, dove vive il 40% degli studenti, un percorso di soli 8 km, è stato praticamente […]
Link: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2024-06/bethlehem-university-extraordinary-difficulties-palestine-curran.html From: Vatican News In an interview with Vatican News, Br Jack Curran, Vice-President of Bethlehem University, appeals for prayers and assistance. By Joseph Tulloch and Fr Adrian Danca In 1964, when Pope Paul VI made his historic pilgrimage to the Holy Land – the first by a Pope since ancient times – he […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability organizes field trips that are instrumental in documenting and studying Palestine’s floral and faunal biodiversity, conducting research, publishing scientific papers, and implementing conservation measures. These excursions not only deepen participants’ and local communities’ appreciation for Palestine’s natural heritage but also contribute valuable data to global and local biodiversity […]
Link: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2024-06/roaco-meeting-rome-war-prayers-planning-oriental-churches.html From: Vatican News On June 24 – 27, the 97th assembly of the Reunion of Aid Agencies for the Oriental Churches takes place in Rome with contributions and reports from the Holy Land and Ukraine. By Vatican News The 97th plenary assembly of the Reunion of Aid Agencies for the Oriental Churches (Roaco) […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability organized its weekly educational activity for children. During the event, the children played environmental games developed in-house at PIBS, including a Snakes and Ladders game designed to teach about sustainable living and reducing climate change. They also participated in fun competitions, learning interesting facts about fruits, vegetables, and […]
Monday- July 1st, 2024 Furno Hall 8:30-8:55 Registration 9:00-9:15 Welcoming Remarks Br. Hernan Santos, Vice Chancellor Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs Mr. Moussa Rabadi, Director of The ICEP 9:15-10:00 Keynote Address Prof Samer Alatout, The Buttel-Sewell Professor, Department of Community and Environmental Sociology, UW-Madison. 10:00-10:30 [...]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability organized a flower planting activity with flowers donated by their partners at Cremisan Salesian Convent, in celebration of the Institute’s tenth anniversary. During the planting, PIBS conducted their weekly educational activity for children, teaching them about the importance of farming and its positive impact on the environment.
Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh, Director of Cytogenetic Services and Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS), and his wife Jessie recently returned from a 53-day advocacy tour across 17 cities in Australia and New Zealand (Aotearoa). Among their goals, the trip aimed to secure long-term support for Palestine, Bethlehem University, and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History, in collaboration with Caritas Jerusalem, successfully concluded a series of educational programs for children. Over eight visits, they welcomed 500 students and members of scout groups. This initiative focused on introducing participants to the rich biodiversity of Palestine, with a particular emphasis on the Al-Makhrour region. The program also […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University is ready for another exciting summer of environmental education! With the arrival of summer, PIBS is welcoming numerous camp and scout groups to raise awareness about environmental issues. The first group to visit PIBS was the Kids Club Summer Camp, a group of 32 […]
The Zbierski Library at Bethlehem University held an interactive session on “Understanding & Analyzing Texts through Found Poetry” on Thursday, 23 May 2024. Library Director Ms. Elizabeth D’souza warmly welcomed Dr. Fadel Sawayfa, an expert in writing poetry. He shared his experiences and tips for developing poetry writing skills. Dr. Sawayfa guided attendees in examining […]
This year’s theme of the World Environment Day “land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience,” aligns with our mission and vision in Palestine. Through all our activities at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS), we emphasize that sustainable human and natural communities begin with each of us individually. Palestine faces significant environmental challenges caused […]
In observance of World Environment Day, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University organized a engaging activity – planting flowers in their botanical garden. This initiative aimed to cultivate a deeper connection with nature among participants. PIBS team members, including staff, local volunteers, and international volunteers, all joined hands for the […]
The Department of Chemistry at Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Applied Science, Technology, and Engineering organized an educational field visit for students enrolled in the “Factory Quality” (Chem499) course. The trip, held on Tuesday, 4 June 2024, took students to the Raed Cosmetics Factory in Beit Sahour. This visit aimed to provide students with valuable experience […]
The Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) at Bethlehem University celebrated the graduation of its spring 2023/2024 cohort on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, in the presence of Vice Chancellor Brother Hernan Santos, students, and BVMC professors. The graduating students, thrilled to be part of Bethlehem University, showcased their Arabic language skills through performances. The nuns who […]
Link: https://www.wn.catholic.org.nz/adw_welcom/br-peter-bray-walking-camino-trail-to-raise-money-for-bethlehem-university/ From: Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington Date: 1 June 2024 Br Peter Bray fsc – the New Zealander who was vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University for 15 years until his retirement last December – has set out on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain. Br Peter Bray fsc – the New Zealander who was […]
Link: https://fb.watch/uJaBJJ6sit/ From: Aida Youth Center Bethlehem University, in collaboration with Aida Youth Center, organized a special science day at Aida Youth Center on Thursday, This science day included a variety of enjoyable and diverse scientific activities and experiments, covering topics such as light and sound, color exploration, and seeds. Many students participated in this […]
This week, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) hosted a fun and educational program for children focused on insects, particularly their crucial role as pollinators. The young participants began by exploring the importance of biodiversity in the success of agriculture. Through a guided tour of the botanical garden, they observed different insects and […]
Bethlehem University has announced the accreditation of its new bachelor’s program in Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry by the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission of the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education. Dr. Michel Hanania, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering, said that this program is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary program integrating […]
On Thursday, 30 May 2024, the Zbierski Library hosted a highly motivating student activity on “Reading Skills” at the library building. Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza welcomed the students and thanked them for participating and introduced and thanked Ms. Islam Abueram expressing her appreciation for organizing the activity. Miral Khoury, Library Staff for Digital and […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University recently welcomed students from the Bachelor of Arts program in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage. Accompanied by their professor, Dr. Omar Dar Issa, the students were visiting as part of their Fauna and Flora course. This visit exemplifies PIBS’s commitment to fostering interdepartmental collaboration within […]
The Tarek Ahmed Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University held a two-day student conference titled “Nursing Student Research Conference: From Ideas to Impact” on Monday, 27 May, and Tuesday, 28 May 2024. Over 300 participants attended, including students, professors, hospital representatives, and healthcare institutions from the Ministry of Health, UNRWA, the […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University is continuing its successful partnership with the Salesians of Don Bosco at the Cremisan Monastery. This ongoing series of activities aims to cultivate a spirit of environmental respect and care in young people. Through immersive experiences in nature and engaging craft projects, the program […]
The Department of Social Sciences at Bethlehem University concluded a three-day training program on digital security for the field training students in the Social Work program. This training, conducted in collaboration with 7amleh – The Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media, provided 31 participating students with comprehensive information on digital security issues. The […]
The Biology Department at Bethlehem University, particularly the Medical Laboratory Science major, is dedicated to advancing diagnostic methods for genetic diseases and pathogens. 2. Several species of Candida isolated from students in the “Medical Laboratory Sciences” major, were differentiated using chromagar based on color differences. To our knowledge, this method is being used for the […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University celebrated International Day for Biological Diversity with an educational activity for children on Friday, 24 May 2024. The children first explored the institute’s botanical garden with exploration kits which consist of compasses, measuring tapes, magnifying glasses, tubes and forceps, notebooks, and pens. They gathered […]
The Bethlehem University Journal Editorial Board is proud to announce the publication of the new volume of the Bethlehem University Journal on ScienceOpen, and soon on Jstor. This volume, a special issue of the Bethlehem University Journal on “Neuropsychology,” was guest-edited by Dr. Ahmed Fasfous, Associate Professor of neuropsychology. The volume explores global experiences and practices in neuropsychology, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with Caritas Jerusalem, is conducting a series of educational activities titled “Empowering Future Generations.” Through a series of educational activities, school students visit the institute and explore its various sections, including the natural history and ethnography museums, and the botanical garden. The goal […]
Widad Kawar, often referred to as the “Mother of Heritage,” is a Palestinian art historian and collector deeply committed to preserving Palestinian and Jordanian ethnic and cultural arts. Born in 1931 in Tulkarm city, she was the only daughter among five siblings in a Palestinian Christian family. Widad’s family relocated from Tulkarem to Brummana in […]
This year’s Biodiversity’s Day theme is “Be part of the Plan.” But which plan are we talking about? It’s the Biodiversity Plan, part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). The GBF outlines an ambitious global conservation strategy, aiming for humanity to live in harmony with nature by 2050, and includes four main goals for […]
Third-year midwifery students from Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences came together on Thursday, 16 May 2024, for a health day titled “The Midwife is a Light that shows us life.” Held in collaboration with the Psycho-Social Centre for Women and supported by War Child’s We Rise Initiative, the event took place at […]
Link: http://www.catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/camino/ From: New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference Br Peter Bray FSC – the New Zealander who was vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University for 15 years until December – is about to start the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain. He is walking in solidarity with the Palestinian people to raise money for Bethlehem University, which […]
Bethlehem University faculty and staff members recently participated in a series of international exchange programs as part of the Erasmus+ staff mobility program for teaching and training, fostering collaboration and innovation across various academic disciplines. Five faculty members from the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences visited Kalisz University’s Faculty of Medicine […]
In commemoration of International Day for Endangered Species, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University organized a special learning activity for children on Friday, 17 May 2024. The children learned about endangered species in Palestine, the threats leading to their endangerment, and ways to protect them. They played an interactive game to […]
The Deanship of Students’ office at Bethlehem University organized an event in the Auditorium on Thursday, 16 May 2024, to express gratitude to university students worldwide for their unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people. Following the Palestinian national anthem and a moment of silence, Fr. Dr. Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President of the University, delivered […]
Link: https://rb.gy/h4lt1h From: Palestine News Network PNN Bethlehem / PNN / The Student Affairs Deanship at Bethlehem University organized on Thursday, May 16, 2024, a student activity of appreciation and gratitude for university students who stand in solidarity with Palestine around the world. The activity, held in the main theater of the university, was opened […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/bethlehem-university-students-conduct-archaeological-cultural-heritage-program-excursion From: abouna.org bethlehem.edu : Twelve students from Bethlehem University, including ten second-year students from the ‘archaeology and cultural heritage’ program and two students from the English department, participated in an educational archaeological trip to Jordan from April 29 to May 5, 2024. Funded by the Ecoles d’Orient – the French Consulate, this trip […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with Caritas Jerusalem, is conducting a series of educational activities titled “Empowering Future Generations.” Through a series of educational activities, school students visit the institute and explore its various sections, including the natural history and ethnography museums, and the botanical garden. The goal […]
The English Department at Bethlehem University held its annual reading event for its 8th Creative Writing Competition for on Thursday, 16 May 2024. Organized by Ms. Paola Handal and Mr. Layth Awwad, this competition was open to all aspiring writers accross the university who have a passion for creative writing. Like previous years, the competition […]
Bethlehem University held a memorial mass in celebration of the feast of Saint John De La Salle, founder of the Christian Brothers Schools and patron saint of all teachers, on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the Chapel of the Divine Child on the university campus. The mass included the renewal of vows by the De […]
The required steps to complete registration for MICAD or MGAPS Programs are as follows: Step 1: The MICAD/MGAPS Application Packet will be available just online by accessing the following link:http://admission.bethlehem.edu/admissioncard/The application fee is 500 NIS which can be paid either using a credit card or through Pal Pay. A username and password will be sent [...]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with A.M. Qattan Foundation, hosted students from Thabra Mixed Basic School (grades 6-9) for a day focused on environmental solutions. This event was part of the “STEAM PalHouse” project, which empowers students to develop solutions for environmental issues in their local communities. The […]
In partnership with the Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership, the Research Council is pleased to invite you to participate in Research and Innovation Day on Monday, July 1, 2024, to present individual or joint research papers or posters for recently published (in the last year), accepted for publication, or ongoing studies. These studies include · Theoretical […]
Speech Therapy and Audiology Starting date: 1 August 2024 Bethlehem University is inviting applications for full-time and part-time faculty positions for its undergraduate Speech Therapy and Audiology program. Applicants with a PhD or Master’s degree, as well as teaching experience, clinical practice, and research interests in speech-language pathology and audiology, are preferred. The positions involve teaching, advising students, […]
Twelve students from Bethlehem University, including ten second-year students from the ‘Archaeology and Cultural Heritage’ program and two students from the English Department, participated in an educational archaeological trip to Jordan from April 29 to May 5, 2024. Funded by the Ecoles d’Orient – the French Consulate, this trip gave students valuable archaeological and historical […]
The Zbierski Library at Bethlehem University held a workshop on “Disability Awareness” organized by the student cell on Thursday, 9 May 2024.. Library Director Ms. Elizabeth D’souza warmly welcomed the event’s speakers, Mrs. Sanabel Hsan (Psychologist) and Ms. Dana Ramadan (Occupational Therapist) from Al Shourouq Organization. She also extended her gratitude to the student cell […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University, in partnership with the Palestine Heritage Trail, organized a training session for 4th-grade teachers. The session addressed various topics, including Palestinian geography, ecotourism, agriculture, as well as the rich and diverse floral and faunal biodiversity of Palestine. The teachers also learned about environmental threats […]
Third-year occupational therapy students at Bethlehem University participated in an engaging workshop on the Psychomotor Program on Friday, 26 April 2024. Led by Ms. Magi Fatouleh, the workshop was part of the Community-Based Rehabilitation course. The Psychomotor Program is designed specifically for implementation within communities, with a particular focus on benefiting children. Students actively participated […]
In an inspiring display of cross-cultural exchange, the student ambassadors from Bethlehem University had a unique opportunity to engage in a virtual meeting with students from Queen Margaret Academy, Ayr in Scotland on Thursday 18 April 2024. The meeting brought these two groups together for an enriching discussion on shared interests, cultural perspectives, and political […]
Twelve students from the Youth Artistic and Social Club/Pro Terra Sancta visited Bethlehem University Library on April 5, 2024. The Turathuna Center Team warmly welcomed the group. Upon entering the library, Ms. Juana Juha, Library Staff for Circulation Services explained to the visitors about the borrowing procedures, the silent areas, and the discussion rooms. The […]
4th Online Conference International TESOL Associations The English Department at Bethlehem University is proud to announce the participation of Ms. Paola Handal and Ms. Maram Daboub at the prestigious TESOL 2024 Building Bridges, Building Cooperation: Unveiling Challenges & Best Practices in ELT. Held annually, this conference serves as a global platform for educators and experts […]
An Extraordinary Life of Faith, Generosity, and Devoted Love With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing into the eternal life of Mr. Anton (Tony) Saca (15 July 1934 – 24 March 2024). Tony, together with his devoted wife, Mrs. Ilham Saca, has been a long-time cherished friend, advocate, and benefactor. He leaves […]
This rare book, is entitled “Paterson of Hebron “The Hakim”. This book is a memoir written by James M. Paterson, recounting his experiences as a Christian missionary in the Middle East, particularly in Hebron, a city located in the West Bank. Paterson, a Scottish missionary who spent much of his life working in Palestine during […]
What we used to see in reputed references is now produced by the Biology Department at Bethlehem University The Biology Department at Bethlehem University has integrated a unique feature into its Medical Laboratory Sciences major: the integration of Histopathology into the undergraduate curriculum, something not found at other Palestinian universities. This course emphasizes the importance […]
On Sunday, 24 March 2024, Bethlehem University had the pleasure of virtually connecting with the Sacramento Council of the Northwestern Lieutenancy of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. This gathering followed their Palm Sunday celebrations and was a wonderful opportunity to express our gratitude and share updates. The meeting was made possible […]
On Wednesday, 27 March 2024, a group of 10th grade students from Talitha Kumi School visited the Zbierski Library to learn about the services it provides to students and the community. The Turathuna: George Nasra center for Palestinian Heritage team warmly welcomed the students as they arrived. On their way to visit the center, Ms. […]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership at Bethlehem University (ICP) successfully concluded two training courses on life skills and job readiness, totaling 25 and 32 training hours, respectively. At the graduation ceremony, sponsored by the Catholic Relief Services, Samar Rishmawi, the Project Manager at Catholic Relief Services, expressed her delight in conducting these trainings […]
You are invited to submit your work to the 5th International Conference on Environmental Design and Health (ICED2024), 18-20 October 2024, Athens, Greece and Virtual (https://iced.eap.gr/) Please submit your contribution before 21 April 2024. ICED2024 will take place in a face-to-face meeting in Athens and also virtual. The conference will combine the most recent scientific […]
The short film “Creating Change,” featuring two students from the English Department at Bethlehem University, Rand Fararjeh and Donia Dibi, has recently received the Silver Award at the Festival of Visual and Interactive Media. This festival was organized by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) in the USA in March 2024. […]
Palestinian Archaeology and Cultural Heritage: Towards Preserving Our Heritage and Confronting Its Destruction Location: Bethlehem University, 5 Freres Street, Bethlehem, Palestine Conference date: October 9-10, 2024 The Second Bethlehem International Conference: Palestinian Cultural Heritage The Second Bethlehem International Conference addresses the important topic of Palestinian cultural heritage. The call for this conference coincides with the […]
The Athletic Unit recently conducted a series of sports tournaments featuring various games, and the outcomes are as follows: Table Tennis and Badminton Tournament: The Table Tennis and Badminton Tournament commenced on Thursday, 15 February 2024, with 36 students participating. The finals were held on Friday, March 1, 2024, yielding the following results: Table Tennis […]
The Holy Land Commission of the Grand Magisterium of the Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) made a significant visit to Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 12 March 2024. Brother Hernán Santos, Vice Chancellor, and members of the Executive Council extended a warm welcome to the Head of the Commission, Professor Bartholomew McGettrick OBE, […]
During their clinical training at Saint Nicolas Home in Beit Jala, third-year occupational therapy students organized a heartwarming activity on 13 March 2024 involving residents and children from the Creche/Bethlehem. With creativity and compassion, the students facilitated an intergenerational activity where the residents engaged in reminiscence therapy while the children participated in arts and crafts. […]
A “dining etiquettes” workshop for student ambassadors with valuable insights into proper dining etiquette and social decorum was held on 7 March 2024 at Bethlehem University. Held in the tranquil atmosphere of the Institute of the Hotel Management, the workshop allowed students to enjoy a meal while learning essential skills. Mr. Elias Juha, Director of […]
Link: https://www.fisu.net/2024/03/12/gender-equality-webinar-highlights-great-work-done-and-the-importance-for-more/ From: Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire Following shortly after International Women’s Day, FISU held its Gender Equality webinar on 11 March welcoming attendees from its Gender Equality Committee, national and continental university sports federations, and FISU Student Ambassadors. FISU President Leonz Eder welcomed participants and helped set the tone for the session by […]
Shortly after International Women’s Day, the International University Sports Federation held its Gender Equality webinar on Monday, 11 March 2024. Samar Mousa, recipient of the Gender Equality Champion Award, shared her inspiring journey of spearheading the development of Palestine’s inaugural women’s soccer team while serving as the Director of Athletics at Bethlehem University. Her mission […]
In an era where understanding diverse perspectives and developing intercultural competence are more crucial than ever, Bethlehem University has embarked on a remarkable initiative to foster intercultural dialogue and communication. Integrated into the “Intercultural Communication” course at Bethlehem University, taught by Mr. Ramzi Asali, and the “Interpersonal Communication” course at the University of Montana, taught […]
The Institute for Community Engagement & Partnership (ICP) and the Interactive Media Program proudly hosted the graduation ceremony for Interactive Media students at Bethlehem University on Thursday, 7 March 2024, marking the successful conclusion of the Media Literacy training course and their community projects.During the ceremony, students presented their community initiatives, developed in collaboration with […]
Queridos amigos, bienhechores y graduados de la Universidad de Belén, Mientras continuamos nuestro viaje de Cuaresma, quiero extender mi más sincero agradecimiento a cada uno de ustedes por sus oraciones, notas de preocupación y mensajes de apoyo, todos los cuales son profundamente significativos para nosotros en medio de los desafíos que enfrentamos actualmente aquí en […]
On Thursday, 7 March 2024, the Occupational Therapy program at Bethlehem University hosted the community-based rehabilitation team from Bethlehem Arab Society for Rehabilitation. The visiting team conducted an engaging workshop for first-year students, focusing on etiquette and the rights of people with disabilities. The session was both interactive and informative.
On Thursday, 7 March 2024, Brother Alejandro Cerna, FSC, Dean of Education, along with Dr. Rabab Tamish, Ms. Maha Sader, Dr. Hala Rashed, Ms. Paola Handal, and Dr. Anita Bright, led a poignant visit to nearby Bedouin communities. The six faculty members were warmly welcomed into the communities and kindergartens, gaining invaluable insights into the […]
On 6 March 2024, Bethlehem University’s second and third-year midwifery students participated in a training session focused on prenatal care and community health, led by faculty members. Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Mrs. Salam Awad, and Mrs. Fatima Al-Madany, the Midwifery Program Coordinator, attended the session. The event, organized by the […]
Dr. Saeed Ayad Interactive Media and Communication Center at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the Public Relations Association of Bethlehem Institutions and the Ministry of Information, organized a training course for a group of public relations professionals from governmental and private institutions. The course spanned three sessions, totaling 24 training hours. It addressed various aspects […]
“The Lasallian values resonate deeply with me, especially the emphasis on social justice and faith in the presence of God,” expressed Angela Salem, a Student Ambassador at Bethlehem University. “I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in this workshop and learn how I can embody these values in my own life and contribute to […]
On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, a community activity was held at Lajee Center at Aida Camp, organized by third-year occupational therapy students as part of their Community-based Rehabilitation Course. The day began with interactive sessions aimed at enhancing developmental skills. Through innovative activities, the students fostered an environment of inclusivity and empowerment by focusing on […]
This rare book, entitled “A Diary of My Life in the Holy Land,” was first published in 1906 by Andrew Edward Breen (June 15, 1863 – September 10, 1938), an American Catholic Priest, notable theologian, and author. Born in Amity, Allegany County. Rev. Breen’s journal documents his journey through the lands of the Bible, enriched […]
In the heart of the West Bank, where the ongoing war in Gaza casts a dark shadow over daily life, Bethlehem University stands as a beacon of hope amidst adversity – made possible by dedicated faculty and staff, resilient students, and generous donors from across the globe. With the livelihoods of families in the Bethlehem […]
Link: https://lasallian.info/brother-jack-curran-reappointed-to-bethlehem-university/ From: La Salle Relan In January 2024, Brother Jack Curran, FSC, was reappointed vice president for advancement at Bethlehem University in the Holy Land. He held a similar role there from 2003 to 2013. Brother Jack has devoted over 30 years to Lasallian higher education. Prior to the reappointment, Brother Jack was vice […]
In an inspiring display of cross-cultural exchange, the student ambassadors from Bethlehem University recently had the unique opportunity to engage in a virtual meeting with counterparts from Virginia Wesleyan University in the United States. The meeting brought these two groups together for an enriching discussion on shared interests, cultural perspectives, and political challenges. The virtual […]
Exploring Identity, Poetry, and Multimodal Expression Bethlehem University’s Department of English is delighted to highlight the recent participation of Mr. Layth R. Awwad as a speaker at Colorado State University, Pueblo, USA on February 19, 2024. As a poet and creative writing instructor, Mr. Awwad brought a unique perspective to the dialogue in Ms. Electra […]
The Hotel Management Culinary Training Team, in collaboration with its students, is delighted to announce the reopening of the training restaurant, ‘La Cave du Roi,’ for faculty members and staff, starting Wednesday 22 February 2024. Whether you’re fasting, prefer a takeaway, or desire a leisurely lunch, the team is dedicated to crafting a personalized dining […]
Job Status: Full-Time Faculty Member/Department of Engineering Bethlehem University is seeking a full-time faculty member to inaugurate and chair the Department of Engineering with its newly accredited program in Sustainable Energy Engineering (SEEN). This position entails teaching in the department as well as developing and administering its academic programs, hiring and supervising, faculty members, recruiting and advising […]
On 15 February 2024, Bethlehem University hosted a workshop dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of its student ambassadors. Facilitated by Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh, the workshop aimed to empower the ambassadors to effectively represent the university, covering crucial aspects such as community and political engagement. The opening session set the tone with a welcoming […]
Bethlehem University participated in the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Healthcare Forum 2024, held in Dubai from Friday, 26 January, to Sunday, 28 January 2024. This event brought together healthcare leaders, innovators, and experts from across the MENA region. The forum delved into the latest AHA programs, discussing recent updates […]
Bethlehem University marks the start of the Lenten season by celebrating “Ash Wednesday.” Faculty, staff, and students gathered at the Chapel of the Divine Child for prayers, calling for an end to the suffering of the people in Gaza, while reflecting on the symbolism of human mortality — “from dust, and to dust, they shall […]
Job Title: Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs Job Status: Full Time Job Starting: Beginning of April Bethlehem University is seeking a full-time Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs. The position holder is under the supervision of and responsible for providing professional support to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The position encompasses academic leadership and management for effective visioning and […]
For the sixth consecutive year, Bethlehem University Tourism Institute (BUTi) is delighted to announce for the prize of: “Mrs. Wedad Abu-Dayyeh’s Academic Excellence Award in the Field of Hotel Management & Tourism for the Year 2024” to a fourth year female student in the BSc. Program of Hotel Management, who manages to earn the highest […]
انضموا إلى برنامج دبلوم إدارة التعاونيات في جامعة بيت لحم! يسر جامعة بيت لحم - معهد الشراكة المجتمعية أن يعلن عن فتح باب التسجيل في برنامج "الدبلوم المهني المتخصص في إدارة التعاونيات" أبرز مميزات البرنامج: البرنامج معتمد و مصادق من وزارة البحث العلمي و التعليم العالي هيئة تدريس متنوعة تضم أساتذة من فلسطين و ايطاليا [...]
ينظم معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم دورة تدريبية بعنوان: Microsoft Office & Internet هدف الدورة: لمحة عامة عن أساسيات الـ IT تدريب عملي على استخدام الـ Internet Browser، والـ Emailing، والـ Google Search. تدريب عملي على استخدام Microsoft Word. تدريب عملي على استخدام Microsoft Excel. الفئة المستهدفة: كلمن يرغب في معرفة استخدام [...]
بامكانك تعلم اللغة الاسبانية على يد مدرسين اسبان يوفرها معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم، وذلك من خلال دورة تدريبية بعنوان: مقـدمــة فــي اللغـــة الإسبانية Introduction to Spanish Language مكان انعقاد الدورة: معهد الشراكة المجتمعية/ جامعة بيت لحم. مدة الدورة: تبدأ الدورة اعتبار من يوم الخميس 15/2/2024 لمدة 30 ساعة تدريبية، وذلك على مدى [...]
هل تريد تعلم اللغة العبرية، وباتقان الجمل والعبارات التي تحتاجها في مختلف المجالات، والحصول على شهادة معترف بها بالداخل؟! ينظم معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم دورة تدريبية بعنوان: المدخل إلى اللغة العبرية Introduction to Hebrew Language مكان انعقاد الدورة: معهد الشراكة المجتمعية/ جامعة بيت لحم مدة الدورة: تبدأ الدورة اعتبار من يومالأربعاء 14/2/2024 [...]
ينظم معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم دورة تدريبية بعنوان: المهارات العامة باللغة الانجليزيةGeneral English Language (Level II) مستوى الدورة: ( المستوى الثاني للذين يتحدثون اللغة الانجليزية متوسط الى ضعيف). مكان انعقاد الدورة: معهد الشراكة المجتمعية/ جامعة بيت لحم. مدة الدورة: تبدأ الدورة اعتبار من يوم الأربعاء، 21/2/2024 لمدة 30 ساعة تدريبية، وذلك على [...]
ينظم معهد الشراكة المجتمعية / جامعة بيت لحم دورة تدريبية بعنوان: المهارات العامة باللغة الانجليزية / المرحلة المتوسطةGeneral English Language/Intermediate مستوى الدورة: المرحلة المتوسطة وتشمل المحادثة بالدرجة الاولى، الكتابة، القراءة والاستماع -Public Speaking & English Writing (على أن يكون المتقدم على مستوى جيد في اللغة الانجليزية ) مكان انعقاد الدورة:معهد الشراكة المجتمعية/ جامعة بيت لحم. [...]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership-ICP in cooperation with the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism is pleased to announce the Professional Program in: Culinary Art فن الطبخ Program Description: The Culinary Art program is composed of eight modules with a total of 348 contact hours. It lasts over a period of one year, […]
Objectives: Introduce advanced features of MS-Excel and teach participants how to efficiently work on multiple sheets and to use several advanced features of the software to manage large amount of data, automate Excel sheets to handle users interactions more cleverly and quickly create summary reports to represent information in various forms. Topics: Duration: The training […]
Dear Bethlehem University Community, It was with great sadness that the death of Agostino Boromeo was announced on February 4, 2024. Agostino was, above all, a cultured gentleman who served The Church with dignity, integrity and dedication. He served with high office – and he served the poor. He was former Governor General of the Order […]
Link: https://www.alrowwad.org/en/15037/ From: Alrowwad Date: 3/2/2024 On February 1, 2024, the Alrowwad Cultural and Arts Society successfully concluded the first phase of its Human Rights Training Workshops at Bethlehem University. As part of the Human Rights Investment Program, the Alrowwad Cultural and Arts Society conducted specialized training workshops to equip and train young students from […]
Four faculty members from Bethlehem University’s English Department, namely Ms. Paola Handal, Mr. Layth Awwad, Ms. Maram Daboub, and Dr. Anita Bright, actively participated in the NILETESOL 2024 conference in Cairo, Egypt held on January 23-24. The conference, hosted at the American University of Cairo, brought together over 3000 English educators from 30 different countries. […]
Bethlehem University faculty and staff have recently celebrated the successful completion of the first AI Training Program of its kind at the university. This capacity initiative, which concluded on 12 January 2024, marks a significant capacity-building milestone for the institution. This program emanated from the recommendations and organization of the special task force that was […]
We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Br. Joseph Pham, who joins us as a volunteer in the library. The library staff hosted a special breakfast to mark the beginning of his journey with us. Br. Joseph Pham’s dedication to volunteering in the library is greatly appreciated, and we are excited to have […]
As we bid farewell to Br. Peter Bray, our esteemed Vice Chancellor, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for his dedicated service and leadership. We welcome Br. Hernan Santos as our new Vice Chancellor and Dr. Iman Saca as the new Academic Vice President. In honor of this transition, the library organized a breakfast event on […]
Student Finance Assistant Part-Time Job: Student Finance AssistantStarting date: Immediately upon hiring. Bethlehem University is seeking to fill a vacancy in the Student Finance Assistant position. The position holder ordinarily works 25 hours a week, Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Student Finance Assistant reports directly to the Student Finance Manager […]
The second phase of the media education course for interactive media students concluded at Bethlehem University, held in partnership between the University’s Institute for Community Engagement & Partnership (ICP) and the Finnish Lifelong Learning Foundation (KVS). The course was part of the media education project in the field of media education, and 21 students from […]
This rare book is entitled “With the Turks in Palestine”, it is first published in 1916, by the Romanian Alexander Aaronsohn (1888-1948). He was an author and activist who wrote about the plight of people living in Palestine, with the Turks. This book contains documents for the world the struggle that went on in Palestine during the […]
“I am a graduate of Bethlehem University, originally from Gaza and belonging to the Palestinian Christian community. Like many others, I now reside outside Gaza, while my immediate family, along with aunts, uncles, and cousins, still endure the challenging circumstances within the region. Since October 7th 2023, our lives have been profoundly affected by the […]
A Virtual Conversation In collaboration with the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Arts, the Office of the Dean of Research organized a virtual panel titled, “Visions for Education Under Occupation: A Virtual Conversation,” on Thursday, Dec 7, 2023. This panel featured distinguished Brazilian scholars and educators to discuss innovative educational initiatives in Brazil, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability recently organized an activity as part of a global initiative to educate people about their rights in Palestine, with a specific focus on maintaining a clean and healthy environment. Children enthusiastically joined us to celebrate the right to live in a clean environment. They embarked on a delightful […]
Bethlehem University, represented by Mr. Yazan Al-Zubaidy, Director of the Marketing and Communication Office, participated in the orientation days organized by the Salesian Industrial School from Monday, 4 December, to Thursday, 7 December 2023. The event welcomed students from eight private schools in the Bethlehem area, including the Collège des Frères Bethlehem, the Latin Patriarchate […]
Link: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/pope-prays-bethlehem-song-can-inspire-solidarity-reconciliation-and-peace-in-the-holy-land-this-christmas/ From: The Catholic Church Bishops ‘Conference of England and Wales There will be no Christmas tree or traditional festivities in the place of Jesus Christ’s birth this year in response to the thousands killed in the conflict in the Holy Land. Instead, the focus in the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square […]
Call for Papers for the upcoming conference, scheduled to take place on May 8th – 9th, 2024. We invite you to submit your full papers by February 15th, 2024, to be considered for presentation at the event. The ICSEAT 2024 provides a leading forum for the presentation of new advances and research results in the fields […]
Link: https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/48632 From: Independent Catholic News In order to honour the many thousands of lives lost in Gaza – (many of whom have family members on the West Bank) the Bethlehem Municipality in Palestine has chosen to forgo the traditional festive decorations and Christmas tree lighting. However, amid the rubble and ruins, a poignant voice […]
Link: https://issuu.com/christianbrothersconference/docs/dlst-autumn-2023_final From: issuu De La Salle Today, Autumn 2023 pages 31-32-33 Published on Nov 30, 2023
Link: https://www.fisu.net/news/meetings/fisu-gender-equality-awards-presented-for-2023 From: International University Sports Federation Date: 22 November 2023 As part of the recent FISU General Assembly, the 8th FISU Gender Equality Awards were presented in Geneva. The annual recognition consists of the Gender Equality Project Award and the Gender Equality Champion Award. The Portuguese Academic Federation of University Sport (FADU), winner of […]
Job Title: University ArchitectJob Status: Full-TimeStarting date: 15 January 2024 Bethlehem University’s Estates Management Department is seeking a qualified Architect to oversee all aspects of University property development and maintenance. The University Architect develops and maintains the campus master plan through consideration of the academic programs and growth needs of the University. This plan supports […]
Ms. Samar Araj Mousa, Director of Athletics at Bethlehem University, was awarded the International University Sports Federation (FISU) Gender Equality Champion Award on 17 November 2023 at the FISU annual assembly meeting in Geneva. This recognition is a tribute to her distinctive role and significant contributions over a number of years in achieving tangible results […]
The Representative Office of Ireland in Palestine is accepting applications under the Ireland-Palestine Scholarship Programme (IPSP) for the 2024-2025 academic year from applicants living in the occupied Palestinian territory. 25 full scholarships are being offered for one-year Master’s-level programmes in Ireland. The IPSP is part of the Ireland Fellows global scholarship programme run by the […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability organized a special educational event on 15 November 2023, commemorating Independence Day. The event aimed to instill a sense of national pride in children by providing them with a unique experience in the institute’s botanical garden. Children enjoyed a guided tour, observing animals, cultivated plants, and learning about […]
The Library Liaison Annual Meeting on October 26, 2023, fostered significant dialogue between faculty representatives and the Library Team. Directed by Elizabeth Dsouza, the meeting concentrated on empowering students and faculty, aiming to boost library involvement, enhance online accessibility, and advance information literacy initiatives. Executive Vice President Fr. Iyad Twal encouraged a positive outlook amid […]
Bethlehem University is deeply saddened to announce the passing of a revered member of its philanthropic family, Mr. Frank Jungers, on 10 October 2023, at the age of 97. Since 1998, Mr. Jungers had been an influential supporter of the university, making substantial contributions that have significantly impacted its mission. In recognition of his unwavering […]
“We teach Life . . . Sir” Rafeef ZiyadehAs a leading institution of higher education in Palestine, Bethlehem University is not merely a witness to the unfolding horrors in Gaza and the West Bank; we are committed to upholding the truth and shaping a better future. In line with the mission, vision and values of […]
Link: https://lasallian.info/bethlehem-university-celebrates-jubilee/ From: La Salle On October 1, 2023, Bethlehem University marked its 50th jubilee, celebrating the impact it has made on the lives of more than 20,000 students over five decades in Palestine. The university hosted a number of events to mark the occasion. Brother Superior General Armin Luistro, FSC, and Brother General Councilor Chris Patiño, […]
In conclusion of Bethlehem University’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, a dedication ceremony for the new Students and Visitors Building, named the “Georgette Salameh Center,” was held on campus. This momentous occasion was marked by a grand celebration, attended by local and international dignitaries, on Sunday, October 1, 2023, in front of the university’s Millennium Building. The […]
The English Department at Furno Hall hosted an event on Thursday, 5 October 2023, featuring the renowned Palestinian American author and scholar, Lisa Suhair Majaj. The occasion was marked by a captivating reading and discussion session, during which Majaj delved into her acclaimed work, “Geographies of Light.” As the event unfolded, the audience was transported […]
“An Arduous Road to Statehood after the end of the Imperial Rule” An exhibition was set up outside the Zbierski Library entrance on 1 October 2023 during Bethlehem University’s celebrations of its Golden Jubilee. The exhibition draws parallels between the struggles of Palestinian society, particularly its youth, for liberty, independence, and self-determination, and Poland’s historical […]
In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the passing of Edward Said (Nov 1, 1935-Sep 24, 2003), one of the most influential Palestinian intellectuals of our time, the Office of the Dean of Research is hosting a virtual panel that seeks to explore the multifaceted dimensions of Said’s work, his contributions to various disciplines, and […]
Bethlehem University is blessed with innumerable committed and loyal friends who believe in the mission of the University and the resilience of the Palestinian people. Among them are the two brothers featured here who stand out for their genuine love for their homeland and unwavering support of Bethlehem University. They are convinced that it is […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/bethlehem-university-tourism-innovation-hub-graduation-ceremony From: abouna.org bethlehem.edu : Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI), within the Faculty of Business Administration at Bethlehem University, has held a momentous graduation ceremony to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of youth, women, and youth with disabilities who have actively engaged in all facets of the Tourism Innovation Hub (TIH) programs and pillars. The event […]
Last summer, Dr. Fadel Alsawayfa, Chairperson of Early Childhood Education Department and the Coordinator of the Master’s Program in Creative Pedagogies and Community Practices, embarked on a two-month research fellowship at the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies in Society Culture, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. Dr. Alsawayfa’s short research stay was made possible through funding from the […]
Bethlehem University’s Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism had the privilege of welcoming back four of its students who recently participated in a vocational training program held in Lourdes, France. The program was organized in collaboration with the municipality of Lourdes as part of the twinning program between Bethlehem and Lourdes. These four students were […]
On September 19th, 2023, SIRA School students visited the Zbierski Library and Turathuna: George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage, where they were warmly greeted by the team led by Elizabeth D’souza, Director of the Library. Juana Juha, Library Staff for Circulation Services, explained library protocols, sparking excitement as some kids tested book sign-out beeping. She […]
Bethlehem Business Incubator – BBI within the Faculty of Business Administration at Bethlehem University held a momentous Graduation Ceremony to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of youth, women, and youth with disabilities who have actively engaged in all facets of the Tourism Innovation Hub programs and pillars. The event served as a platform to not only […]
As part of Bethlehem University’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, the Marketing and Communications office’s Alumni Relations Unit organized a special reunion for the alumni on Thursday, 21 September 2023. Over 400 graduates gathered in the university’s amphitheater for this event. Haneen Musleh, the Alumni Relations Officer, led the ceremony, which commenced with a moment of silence […]
On Monday 18 September 2023, Bethlehem University’s Occupational Therapy Program had the distinct honor of hosting Ms. Samantha Shann, President of the World Federation of Occupational Therapy, coming from the United Kingdom. Bethlehem University’s Occupational Therapy Program is one of the educational programs with international recognition. During her visit Ms. Shann met with Vice Chancellor […]
Students of the Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Program conduct their first international excavation in partnership with PIAC University of Rome. The first excavation took part at the archaeological site of Ṣīyār al-G̲h̲anam /Shepherds’ Field in Bayt Sāḥūr. Read the full report
A team from Bethlehem University’s Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability recently wrapped up an enriching training program in Greece, made possible through the Erasmus program. The program saw active participation from 20 individuals representing Palestine, Bulgaria, Italy, Greece, and France. During this comprehensive training, participants learned about the fundamental principles of ecological agriculture and […]
Link: https://www.palast.ps/en/news/under-pgsb-sponsoring-fzj-and-bu-held-machine-learning-workshop-germany From: Palestine Academy for Science & Technology Forschungszentrum Jülich FZJ & Bethlehem University BU organized a Machine Learning workshop, the Software Engineering Department at Bethlehem University participated actively in the workshop, that was held at the Forschungszentrum Jülich. This workshop received support from the Palestinian-German Science Bridge PGSB and was offered by Helmholtz AI, catering to scientists specializing in both natural and computer […]
Bethlehem University participated in the 12th Palestinian Collegiate Programming Contest (PCPC-2023), sponsored by telecommunications company Ooredoo, took place at Al-Istiqlal University in Jericho on Sunday, September 10, 2023. The event featured 41 teams from the West Bank and 32 teams from the Gaza Strip, attracting a diverse array of supervisors, professors, experts, and representatives from […]
On Friday, 8 September 2023, faculty and staff members of Bethlehem University gathered at the University’s Auditorium to reconnect, exchange updates on university affairs, and extend a warm welcome to new colleagues. Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, delivered her inaugural address in this role and presided over the meeting. The gathering commenced […]
The Zbierski Library team has won the Vice Chancellor’s Quality Assurance Award for the second year in a row. Vice Chancellor Br. Peter Bray and Executive Vice President Fr. Iyad Twal presented the award to Director Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza at the start of the Fall 2023 semester. This award recognizes the library’s continued excellence in […]
Bethlehem University warmly welcomed Rector Ignacio Sánchez of the Catholic University of Chile and his wife, Dr. Salesa Barja, on Friday, as he visited the university aiming to fortify academic collaborations between the two institutions. Rector Sánchez’s visit comes on the heels of an already flourishing partnership funded by the Bethlehem 2000 Foundation in Santiago, […]
Dr. Iman Saca has officially assumed her role as the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Bethlehem University, succeeding Dr. Irene Hazou, who held the position since 2012. With over two decades of experience in academia, Dr. Iman brings a wealth of knowledge and a multidisciplinary approach to her new role. Her expertise in archaeology […]
Hosted by Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC) at Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Business Administration, the newly established Global Shapers Bethlehem Hub is making a significant impact on the betterment of our world. The Global Shapers Community, an initiative of the World Economic Forum, serves as a global network that unites […]
Bethlehem University was honored to welcome two distinguished delegations in recent weeks as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering international collaboration. The visits were organized by the Holy Land Christian Ecumenical Foundation (HCEF) and centered around a workshop that aimed to explore the theme of Muslim-Christian coexistence. The first delegation, consisting of 13 students […]
Job Status: Full-Time Job Title: Financial Analyst Starting Date: 1 September 2023 Bethlehem University is seeking a skilled Financial Analyst. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance and Estates, the position holder monitors the day-to-day operation of the budgeting, expense and revenue transactions in order to ensure smooth and efficient operation of the Office. The […]
Job Status: Full-Time Job Title: Enterprise Information Systems Manager Starting date: ASAP Bethlehem University is looking for an accomplished and skilled Enterprise Information Systems (EIS) Manager to oversee all information systems development and operations across the University. The EIS Manager is responsible for managing the availability, functionality, and evolution of our enterprise systems to ensure […]
Link: https://www.delasalle.org.au/highest_honour From: De La Salle Brothers During a visit to Rome in June 2023, Br. Peter Bray received the Papal Cross of Honour. This is the highest honour the Pope may give to an individual, religious or lay. Br Peter, a De La Salle Brother from the ANZPPNG District, the current Vice Chancellor of […]
Thirteen students from the Department of English recently took part in an intensive training focusing on Palestinian representation within Western media. This training, facilitated by America House in Jerusalem and Ramallah, in collaboration with Western Washington University in the USA, aimed to equip participants with the skills needed to effectively engage Western, particularly American, audiences […]
On Thursday, 27 July 2023, the Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) at Bethlehem University was filled with joy and celebration as the Summer 2022/2023 graduation ceremony of the Arabic School for foreigners took place. The event was attended by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Mr. Youil Anastas, Vice President for Finance, Ms. […]
Link: https://www.catholicweekly.com.au/sydney-world-youth-day-pilgrim-meets-pope-francis/ From: Catholic Weekly By Marilyn Rodrigues and Adam Wesselinoff Representing Oceania at a Papal Mass in St Peter’s Basilica in Rome was one of the most “blessed and yet humbling” experiences of Koe Evangelista’s life. The 22-year-old World Youth Day pilgrim and parishioner of All Saint’s Liverpool, said he felt “quite unworthy” when […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/holy-land-bethlehem-university-celebrates-47th-graduation-ceremonies From: abouna.org bethlehem.edu : Bethlehem University proudly held its 47th graduation ceremonies on 20 and 21 July 2023, honoring and conferring degrees upon 777 graduates. The graduates hailed from various faculties, including the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Education, Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism, Shukri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty […]
Bethlehem University proudly held its 47th graduation ceremonies on 20 and 21 July 2023, honoring and conferring degrees upon 777 graduates. The graduates hailed from various faculties, including the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Education, Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism, Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology and Engineering, […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/holy-land-bethlehem-university-salesian-industrial-school-sign-partnership-agreement From: abouna bethlehem.edu :Bethlehem University has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainable energy education by recently signing a partnership agreement with the Salesians of Don Bosco Middle East Province. The agreement grants Bethlehem University access to the facilities of the Salesian Industrial School in Bethlehem to implement the Sustainable Energy Engineering Program. […]
Turathuna: George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage at the Zbierski Library – Bethlehem Unversity, commenced a summer camp on Monday, 10 July 2023, generously funded by Pro TerraSancta. Sixteen students from different schools, namely Frere School, St. Joseph School, Lutheran School, American School, and Government School, enthusiastically enrolled in the camp. Several activities were organized […]
Link: https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20230714-in-sport-we-shouldnt-choose-women-for-tokenism-many-are-experts-and-should-be-recognised/ From: middleeastmonitor Date: July 14, 2023 at 10:00 am Palestinian Honey Thaljieh became the first Arab woman to obtain a FIFA Master and work at FIFA, she hopes a time will come when women will have the same opportunities as men in football Kicking a ball for the first time across the dizzying […]
Link: https://www.lasalle.org/en/bethlehem-university-br-peter-bray-receives-papal-honour/ From: Brothers of Christian Schools Br Peter Bray, FSC, EdD, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University* in the Holy Land since 2009, was awarded the Papal Cross of Honour during a recent visit to Rome, despite the fact that he will have to leave his post at the end of 2023. This is one […]
Pope Francis has made an important announcement regarding the Catholic Church, stating that he will be convening a gathering of Cardinals on September 30, 2023. During this assembly, the Pope will appoint a total of 21 new Cardinals. Notably, among the chosen individuals are two associated with Bethlehem University. One of the newly appointed Cardinals […]
Br. Peter Bray, the Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Holy Land, has received a prestigious Papal honor as he prepares to step down from his role at the end of the year. During a recent visit to Rome, Br. Peter was presented with the Papal Cross of Honor. The New Zealand Bishops’ Conference […]
Bethlehem University took a significant step towards promoting sustainable energy education by signing a partnership agreement with the Salesians of Don Bosco Middle East Province on 10 July 2023. The agreement grants Bethlehem University access to the facilities of the Salesian Industrial School in Bethlehem to implement the Sustainable Energy Engineering Program. Brother Peter Bray, […]
Link: https://www.catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/brpeter-bray From: New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference Taranaki-raised Br Peter Bray FSC EdD – Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Holy Land since 2009 – has been awarded a high Papal honour as he prepares to leave his “amazing” and “challenging” role at the end of the year. Br Peter was presented with […]
Link: https://cathnews.co.nz/2023/07/10/br-peter-bray/ From: CathNews New Zealand Br Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University since 2009, is stepping down at the end of 2023, and has been awarded the Papal Cross of Honour, one of the highest honours the Pope can bestow. Bray describes his tenure as a blessing and the most challenging job of […]
Link: https://nzcatholic.org.nz/2023/07/10/kiwi-brother-receives-papal-cross-of-honour/ From: NZ Catholic Taranaki-raised Br Peter Bray, FSC, EdD, – vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Holy Land since 2009 – has been awarded a high papal honour as he prepares to leave his “amazing” and “challenging” role at the end of the year. Br Peter was presented with the Papal Cross of […]
Link: https://pndiocese.org.nz/news-and-events/br-peter-bray-awarded-papal-honour/ From: Diocese of Palmerston North Taranaki-raised Br Peter Bray FSC EdD – Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Holy Land since 2009 – has been awarded a high Papal honour as he prepares to leave his “amazing” and “challenging” role at the end of the year. Br Peter was presented with the Papal […]
Project Coordinator Job Type: Staff Starting date: 1 August 2023 Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University seeks a full time Project Coordinator for a 16-months project funded by the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF). The project is titled “Science Based Conservation of Wetlands in KBAs in Palestine”. The project aims to collect data (including […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Women of the Sun Charity Association to enhance mutual cooperation in common fields that serve The Palestinian Society and serve nature and humans in the broader framework. This MoU aims to develop society by rehabilitating women […]
Link: https://lasalle-po.org/2023/07/06/congratulations-br-peter/ From: Lasalle Proche-Orient On behalf of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches, H.E. Msgr. Claudio Gugerotti presented the Papal “Cross of Honor” to Brother Peter Bray, FSC, EdD, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University – جامعة بيت لحم for his service to the Church. It is one […]
Insights from ELT FIESTA 2023 At ELT FIESTA 2023, organized by De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, faculty members Ms. Paola Handal and Mr. Layth Awwad were invited to participate in the Lasallian English Educators Fellowship Training Program held at Collège des Frères Bethlehem. Ms. Handal and Mr. Awwad delivered a presentation on integrating Canva, a versatile […]
On June 21, 2023, the first training course for trainers in the field of media education, part of the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs funded project “The Inclusive Media Literacy Education in Palestine,” was successfully concluded at the Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) – Bethlehem University. Thirteen teachers from various departments at Bethlehem […]
Rev. Fr. Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University, recently attended the International Leadership Conference held in Rome, Italy. The conference, organized by the International Association of Lasallian Universities (IALU), brought together educators from Lasallian institutions worldwide. With the participation of fifty-two international members, the conference served as a platform for collaboration, networking, and […]
The CornCloset team, comprised of Christina Anastas, Lourd Lolas, Daniella Anastas, and Ayah Altamimi, has been selected to represent Bethlehem University in the semi-finals of the Hult Prize Summits 2023, held in Nairobi, Kenya. Under the principle that “Change is the key that unlocks the doors to a brighter future,” the team has embarked on […]
Bethlehem University faculty members Salam Awad, Narmeen Qumsieh, and Sr. Mary Yacoub represented the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Diak University’s International Week on inclusive digital services in higher education, alongside other international universities from around the world. Diak, a partner university located in Helsinki, Finland, hosted the event from 5-12 […]
On Thursday, 8 June 2023, the Zbierski Library proudly recognized the invaluable contributions of student facilitators in fostering a positive, vibrant, and enriching atmosphere during the Student Cell Activities. The library team is delighted to announce the presentation of certificates to honor these dedicated students and their exceptional commitment. During a special ceremony, Ms. Elizabeth […]
Bethlehem University alumna, Serina Massu, represented the Science4People team at the European Physical Society (EPS) – 11th Young Minds Leadership Meeting, which was organized by the Physics & Optics Naples Young Student (PONYS), in Naples, Italy in May 2023. Reflecting on her experience at the 11th EPS meeting, Serina shared, “I was honored to represent […]
The Zbierski Library at Bethlehem University has recently digitized a rare book titled “Wild Flowers of the Holy Land” written by Mrs. Hannah Zeller, with a preface by H. B. Tristram and an introduction by Edward Atkinson. It was originally published in 1876 by James Nisbet in London, United Kingdom. This book is a remarkable work compiling […]
Mona Aburmishan, a renowned Palestinian-American stand-up comic and comedic speaker from Chicago, was invited by Ms. Paola Handal in the English Department at Bethlehem University to speak to the students on Monday, 5 June 2023. With a background in improv and comedy writing from Chicago Second City, Mona has established herself as a talented performer, […]
The Department of English recently participated in various activities at the International Conference of Service Learning hosted by Bethlehem University, 25-26 May 2023. One of the highlights was the poster session on the first day, where the Department presented eight posters prepared by eight student groups from three courses: Public Relations, Advocacy, and Global […]
Bethlehem University’s Dean of Students Office organized its annual Career Day on 1 June 2023. The event, which took place in the university’s auditorium, saw participation from over 60 Palestinian companies and organizations. Dr. Amal Jadu Shakaa, Bethlehem University alumna and the Undersecretary of the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, was the guest […]
On Wednesday, 31 May 2023, the Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) at Bethlehem University was filled with joy and celebration as the Spring 2022/2023 graduation ceremony of the Arabic School for foreigners took place. The event was attended by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Mr. Youil Anastas, Vice President for Finance, Ms. […]
The 3rd year midwifery students from the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University organized a remarkable health day event titled ” Whatever our needs, we are distinguished.” This event took place on Wednesday, 31 May 2023, at the Dr. Ahmed Al-Muslimani Hospital in Beit Sahour, in cooperation with the […]
On 25-26 May 2023, Bethlehem University hosted the international conference titled “Current Status and Future Prospects of Service Learning.” This gathering was held under the patronage and participation of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Prof. Mahmoud Abu Mowais. The conference was organized by the Community Partnership Institute at Bethlehem University in collaboration […]
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Layth Awwad, an alumnus of Bethlehem University’s class of 2017 and faculty member in the English Department, presented his ongoing study at the “TESOL PALESTINE: Meeting the Challenges of Today’s Classroom” conference held at An-Najah National University on Sunday, 28 May 2023. In a collaborative effort, Layth Awwad joined forces with Bayan Natsheh, M.A. from […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/four-silver-jubilees-celebrated-at-the-beit-jala-seminary.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem By: Miral Atik, Pictures: Nicolawos Hazboun/ lpj.org BEIT JALA – On Friday evening, May 26th, 2023, at the Patriarchal Seminary of Beit Jala, took place the silver jubilee celebrations of Fr. Iyad Twal, Fr. Bassam Al Deir, Fr. George Da’boub and Fr. Adnan Bader. His Beatitude Pierbattista Pizzaballa, […]
Prof. Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President Designate for Academic Affairs at Bethlehem University, was invited to give a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East (ICAANE) that was held in Copenhagen, from 22 to 26 May 2023. She delivered her speech in the Ceremonial […]
In a collaborative effort between the Department of Software Engineering at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering and Gaza Sky Geeks, a workshop on Docker was successfully conducted on Thursday, 25 May 2023. Aimed specifically at third-year students, the event shed light on Docker’s significance as an open platform for application development, shipping, […]
The Interactive Media Program at the Faculty of Arts recently organized a session with Ahmed Nader, a renowned Egyptian journalist and voice-over artist, through Google Meet. During the session, Nader shared his expertise in voice-over and advertisements, discussing how advertisements are tailored to diverse audiences and their backgrounds. He emphasized the crucial role of sound […]
Bethlehem University was honored to receive H.E. Mr. Edward Russell, the Representative of Australia in the State of Palestine, on his first visit to the university since assuming office in April 2022. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray warmly greeted Representative Russell and provided him with a comprehensive briefing on the ongoing development projects at the […]
Link: https://www.facebook.com/100064528579334/posts/616094210551526/?sfnsn=mo&mibextid=6aamW6 From: Australian Representative Office, Ramallah Today Representative Ed Russell and Amani Hato from the Australian Representative Office unveiled a pop-up version of the National Museum of Australia Canning Stock Route indigenous art exhibition at Bethlehem University – جامعة بيت لحم Our thanks to Vice Chancellor Br Peter Bray for the warm welcome and […]
Link: https://www.facebook.com/100064331876101/posts/629695239184866/?sfnsn=mo&mibextid=6aamW6 From: Ambasada Państwa Palestyny w Warszawie PL Ambassador Mahmoud Khalifa met with the Rector of Bethlehem University today, Dr. Peter Bray accompanied by Dr Irene Hazou, Vice Chancellor Dr. Sławomira Zbirska-Salameh, Member of the International Council of Bethlehem University, in the presence of the Deputy Secretary of the Embassy, Mrs. Alaa Jadallah. Possibilities […]
On Thursday, 18 May 2023, the Zbierski Library had a very interesting student cell activity on “South Korean Culture” in the Library Building. Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza introduced student, Malak Abu Sa’da, and expressed her gratitude for preparing the activity. She welcomed three Korean students who study Arabic at Bethlehem University and all the […]
Bethlehem, 03 – 13 May 2023 – The Tourism Innovation Hub (TIH) at the Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) proudly celebrates the successful completion of an inclusive training program aimed at empowering youth with disabilities. Over the span of five intensive training days, participants underwent comprehensive training sessions that equipped them with transversal skills, entrepreneurship knowledge, […]
Bethlehem University celebrated the Feast of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of All Teachers, with a special Mass held in the Chapel of the Divine Child on Saturday, 13 May 2023. The Mass was presided over by Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President, and was attended by esteemed guests, including […]
Link: https://bit.ly/43dVHFx From: Emea Tribun Dheisheh camp – In the Dheisheh camp in the city of Bethlehem, south of Jerusalem, the visual artist Shatha Safi lives in the “temporary station”, which she insists on leaving one day to return to her village of Jerusalem, which was depopulated in 1948, “Jarash”. Four decades after the Nakba, […]
Bethlehem University and Palisco Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Friday, 12 May 2023, aimed at enhancing cooperative education in Palestine and promoting a culture of cooperation. The MOU was signed by Brother Peter Bray, representing Bethlehem University, and Dr. Heiner Nicolussi-Leck, representing Palisco Association. The collaboration will focus on upgrading the […]
Bethlehem University’s Archeology and Cultural Heritage Program remains committed to advancing academic activities in the field of archeology and cultural heritage. Over the past week, the program successfully carried out two significant initiatives, further enriching students’ knowledge and practical skills. The first activity was a collaborative effort with the Pro Terra Santa Museum. The Archeology […]
On Thursday, 4 May 2023, the Zbierski Library held an engaging student cell activity on “Nutrition and Health” in the Library Building. Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’Souza, expressed her gratitude to Nicole Khalilieh for preparing and presenting the activity, highlighting the importance of the topic and welcoming all participants. Nicole’s PowerPoint presentation on the fundamentals […]
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Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/mgr-pizzaballa-s-pastoral-visit-to-bethlehem.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem By: Jawdat Michael – Published: May 02 Tue, 2023 Mgr Pizzaballa’s pastoral visit to Bethlehem Available in the following languages: Arabic, Español, Français, Italiano BETHLEHEM – From April 28 to 30, 2023, His Beatitude Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, made a pastoral visit to St. Catherine’s in […]
The Students of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Program (ARCH 101 cousre): Introduction to Archeology at Bethlehem University completed a study trip to the city of Nablus and Sabastiya on 30 April 2023 and 1 May 2023, as part of a series of trips that will bolster their theoretical knowledge. The trip covered valuable information about […]
Bethlehem University’s Software Engineering students recently took part in the competitive programming contest, Hebron Code Jam, held at Hebron University on Thursday, 27 April 2023. Students representing several Palestinian universities took part in the competition. Bethlehem University team “Submit Spammers,” consisting of Ihab Maali, Hasan Zawahreh, and Nadine Abu Odeh, made it to the top […]
The Leading House MENA has launched a call for “Research Partnership Grants”. This instrument aims at developing new joint project proposals or connecting already existing and independently funded projects in Switzerland and in the MENA partner countries into long-lasting cooperation. In the past, several exciting Swiss-Palestinian research grants were made possible through this initiative, including […]
The Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering organized a lecture titled “Knots and Mathematics” by Professor Haynes Miller, Professor of Mathematics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on Tuesday, 25 April 2023. In this talk, which was held at Brother Joe Hall, Prof. Miller described some of the history of this subject and […]
The Consulate General of France in Jerusalem is happy to share the Al Maqdisi 2023-2025 call for projects. Coordinated by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), the French Ministry for Higher Education and Research (MESR), and the Consulate General of France in Jerusalem, in cooperation with the Palestinian Ministry for Higher Education and Scientific […]
Fatima Breijiyeh goes daily to her land to plant and irrigate and take care of her crops. She has a special preference for organic farming. She herself, her family, and her customers consume what she plants. She says that her customers can distinguish between all her various plants. Each has a special and different taste, […]
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The Dean of Student Affairs’ Counseling Office, in partnership with the Haifa Gender Forum, recently conducted an intensive training program on gender issues in individual and family settings at Bethlehem University. The course was held over eight sessions on Saturdays, totaling 40 hours. One of the course’s main goals was to enhance participants’ self-awareness in […]
The Turathuna team, driven by their passion for promoting a sustainable and eco-friendly environment, planted Olive, Lemon, Bay Leaf, and Rosemary Trees in the university garden. The trees were donated by the Environment Education Center at Talitha Kumi School in Beit Jala, and Mr. Munir Salsa. The team expresses gratitude to students Bashar Jarayseh, Joana […]
Layth Awwad, an English Department instructor, presented his research titled “Breaking Boundaries: The Impact of Insta-Poetry on English Pedagogy in Palestine” at the TESOL 2023: International Convention and English Language Expo in Portland, Oregon, USA. The presentation was part of the a panel titled “Palestinian Educators and Friends: Linking Hands Across Separation Walls” that was held on […]
Turathuna: George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage at Bethlehem University Library, hosted a screening of two films produced by Ms. Tamara Abu Laban from the Interactive Media Program on Thursday 30 March 2023. The films focused on the issue of battered women and their experiences. The event was attended by a class of 21 students, […]
The Faculty of Education organized educational activities on Friday, 31 March 2023, through the Zurub Educational Resource Center. The activities were carried out by students from the Art Club and aimed to engage a group of children from Lajee’ Center. The activities included drama performances, storytelling, and educational games.
On Thursday, 30 March 2023, the Athletic Department hosted the University’s first-ever Basketball Skills Tournament at the auditorium with Coach Raed Abu Rumman supervising the event. The tournament was attended by the Athletic Department’s family and featured both male and female student participants. Its goal was to inspire students to play basketball more frequently, identify […]
It is with deep sorrow, that we announce the passing away of our esteemed colleague, Mr. Ibrahim Elias Nuaimi, Computer Labs Supervisor at the Information Technology Services Department / Technology Infrastructure and Support Unit, a (1995, 2016) graduate of Bethlehem University, on this day Thursday, 30 March 2023 at the age of 62. Mr. Ibrahim, […]
The Zbierski Library held a student cell activity on Thursday, 30 March 2023, on “Mental Health and Relaxation Techniques.” Ms. Elizabeth D’Souza, the Library Director, introduced the student, Sandy Kara’a, and thanked her for preparing the activity. She emphasized the importance of the topic and extended a warm welcome to all the participants. Sandy presented […]
The Recruitment Committee at Bethlehem University visited La Salle High School New Gate in Jerusalem and offered details about the University and its various programs. Around 80 students from the eleventh grade attended the sessions from both the literary and scientific streams. Mr. Mahdi Kleibo, a member of the committee, explained to the students the […]
The Institute for Community Engagement and Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University held a graduation ceremony on Thursday, March 23, 2023, for participants who successfully completed the “English Language II A1 – A2” training course. This English language training course is part of an agreement signed between the ICP and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan […]
Bethlehem University graduate, Adnan Barq ’21, was a main TED speaker at the official TEDinArabic Summit that was held on 18-19 March 2023 in Doha, Qatar under the theme “The Butterfly Effect”. Barq’s TED Talk was entitled “Coping with Intergenerational Trauma”. Barq, who holds a BA in English Language and Literature, is a Palestinian storyteller […]
The Zbierski Library held a student cell activity on Thursday, 23 March 2023, on “Child Labor.” Nine students participated in the session which was led by the student, Maram Sandoka. There was a good discussion and interaction among the staff and the students about the topic and possible solution. It was good to see that […]
The Zbierski Library Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, staff, and Turathuna team visited the Antonian Charitable Society, a house for the elderly, on Tuesday, 21 March 2023, and had a very warm welcome there. Mary who lives there is gifted with a special voice besides speaking 5 languages. She danced and sang in all languages adding […]
The Recruitment Committee at Bethlehem University welcomed Tawjihi (high school) students from the Orthodox Shepherds’ High School in Beit Sahour and the Bethlehem Evangelical Academy in Beit Sahour last week on campus. The program included a film about the University followed by an explanation of the services and activities offered by the University to students. […]
The Arabic School for Foreigners at Brother Vincent Malham Center held a cultural activity entitled “Our Heritage is Our Identity” on Wednesday, 22 March 2023. The students, who are enrolled in Arabic courses, were introduced to two popular Middle Eastern dishes (Maqluba and Mujadara) and learned how to prepare them. The Director of the Arabic School for Foreigners, Ms. […]
Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research and Professor of English at Bethlehem University, recently undertook a teaching mobility at the “Vasile Goldis” Western University of Arad, Romania, under the Erasmus+ mobility program from 13-19 March 2023. On this mobility, Prof. Khader was scheduled to give several talks on Palestinian culture and art to students in […]
The Recruitment Committee at Bethlehem University welcomed Tawjihi (high school) students from the Good Shepherd Swedish School in Bethlehem and visited the St. George’s School in Jerusalem last week. The Committee also welcomed Mor Aphrem School in Bethlehem and Princess Basma School in Jerusalem on campus while visited the Talitha Kumi School in Beit Jala […]
The Biology Department held a symposium on the genetics of neuromuscular diseases. About 60 people participated in the symposium including faculty and staff members as well as 3rd and 4th year biology students. Presentations were given by Dr. Valerie Delague, Dr. Marc Bartoli and Dr. Mohannad Daana and the symposium was moderated by Dr. Hashem […]
Fourth-year Nursing students at Al-Qubeibeh Campus organized two workshops in two schools for girls, one in Kafr Aqab and the other in Bayt Duqu near Biddo, this semester under the supervision of Sr. Mary for the course NURS350. The students met with around 280 high school (tawjihi) students where they showed them a short film […]
14-16 March 2023 TIH – Tourism Innovation Hub powered by Bethlehem Business Incubator and Yunus Social Business Centre at Bethlehem University in partnership with UNESCO organized a 3 days Green Tourism hackathon for 33 participants (14 males & 19 females) that aimed to support and encourage youth entrepreneurs to develop green startups in the tourism […]
The Department of Software Engineering at the Faculty of Applied Science, Technology and Engineering, in cooperation with Gaza Sky Geeks, held a workshop on Thursday, 16 March 2023, to train third and fourth year students of the department on website development skills using ReactJS, an open-source front-end JavaScript library. ReactJS is used to build user […]
On Thursday, 9 of March, 2023, the Library Team had a joint celebration of the ‘Award winning for quality assurance cell’, birthdays, women’s day and Mother’s Day. We thank Br. Peter Bray, Fr. Iyad Twal, Mr. Hassan Costantini and Mr. Francis Sleibi for gracing this occasion. A heartfelt thanks for spending your precious time with […]
The Recruitment Committee at Bethlehem University welcomed Tawjihi students from Terra Sancta Girls School Sisters of Saint Joseph Bethlehem and Bridge International School in Jerusalem last week. The program included a film about the University followed by an explanation of the services and activities offered by the University to students. The students then toured campus […]
The Dean of Students Office, in cooperation with the Blood Bank at Beit Jala Governmental Hospital, organized a blood donation campaign for cancer patients on Monday, 13 March 2023 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. The turnout of students was more than wonderful and 47 bags of blood were donated. We thank our dear students […]
The Department of Social Sciences at Bethlehem University welcomed a delegation of professors from the Pompeu Fabra University, Spain, from Tuesday, 7 March until Sunday, 12 March 2023. The program included a training for the Master of Social Sciences students in qualitative research methods by using techniques as well as the various theoretical and practical research […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/bethlehem-university-john-paul-ii-catholic-university-lublin-sign-mou From: abouna.org bethlehem.edu : Bethlehem University and the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, Poland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) designed to cooperate in the academic, research and publishing aspects, in addition to academic exchanges and the development of joint programs. Rev. Prof. Mirosław Kalinowski, rector of the John Paul […]
Bethlehem University’s Physiotherapy students, along with others from different universities, were part of the team who worked tirelessly to heal the aching limbs of the athletes who ran the Palestine International Marathon 2023. This community engagement, out of which the students gained service learning, exposed them to sports injuries that the athletes who were running […]
We announce the launch of the new cycle of the HESPAL programme for the academic year 2023/2024. Since the start of the HESPAL programme in 2010 and in partnership with Palestinian universities, more than 220 Palestinian scholars have benefited from the programme, accomplishing over 177 Masters’s Degrees and 43 PhDs across a wide range of fields and […]
Mr. Mustafa Bader, Instructor at the Arabic Department visited Turathuna “George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage” with his students of Interactive Media and Communications students, on 1 March 2023. Mary Morcos explained to them the work of the library and guided them through the newspapers that are on microfilm, especially “Falastin” issues of which are […]
The Zbierski Library held a student cell activity on Thursday, 2 March 2023, on “Video Production.” Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, Library Director, introduced student cell member, Younis Ja’afra, and welcomed Ms. Tamara Abu Laban, Instructor at the Interactive Media and Communications program, and all the students. Ms. D’souza encouraged the students to participate in video production […]
In cooperation of the Dean of Students Office at Bethlehem University, the Hult Prize Organizing Committee held the local Hult Prize competition on campus and announced the name of the winning team, on Thursday, 2 March 2023. The project of the winning team “Corn Closet” was to create a sustainable and eco-friendly cotton-like textiles made […]
Link: https://www.lasalle.org/en/honorary-degree-for-the-vice-rector-of-bethlehem-university/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=honorary-degree-for-the-vice-rector-of-bethlehem-university From: Brothers of Christians Schools The vice-rector of the only Catholic university in the Holy Land has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Australian Catholic University (ACU). On Friday, 17 February 2023, Br. Peter Bray, originally from Taranaki, New Zealand, received the title of Doctor of the University (Honouris Causa) for advancing […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray has received the Doctor of the University (Honouris Causa) from the Australian Catholic University (ACU) on Friday for embracing the values and principals of education in the Catholic tradition and for significant contributions to education and educational administration in Australia and overseas. Brother Peter said that “the award was in […]
Daniel Al Zoghbi, a graduate of the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University, came in second place for the art of making drinks among more than 30 contestants from different nations during the International Competition in Hospitality Arts which was held on Thursday, 23 February 2023, in India. Bethlehem University regularly competes […]
ACU Provost Professor Meg Stuart, Br Peter Bray FSC and ACU Vice-Chancellor Professor Zlatko Skrbis (ACU) Link: https://cathnews.com/2023/02/21/acu-honours-vice-chancellor-of-bethlehem-university/ From: CathNews The vice-chancellor of the only Catholic university in the Holy Land has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Australian Catholic University. Br Peter Bray, a De La Salle Brother originally from Taranaki, New Zealand, has […]
Eight Bethlehem University students participated under the supervision of the Dean of Students’ Office in the First Youth Conference entitled “Youth and Hate Speech – The Source of Crisis and Confrontation Mechanisms” on Tuesday, 21 February 2023, at the Red Crescent Society in Ramallah. The conference, which was organized by the Filastiniyat Foundation and supported […]
The Department of Religious Studies at Bethlehem University held a Mandate Mass on Friday, 17 February 2023, for the graduates of Christian Religion Teacher Formation Program that took place in Ramallah area. Bishop William Shomali, Patriarchal Vicar General, presided over the Mass, with the participation of Father Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President, and Father Yacoub Rafidi, […]
In the context of promoting and disseminating the culture of total quality assurance within the operating divisions at Bethlehem University, and for the sake of appreciating the work and achievement of the Internal Quality Cells’ members regarding the implementation and enhancement of best quality practices in the work of their divisions, the “Vice Chancellor’s Award […]
Bethlehem University and the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, Poland signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, 13 February 2023, to cooperate in the academic, research and publishing aspects, student and academic exchanges, and the development of joint programs. Rev. Prof. Mirosław Kalinowski, Rector of the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, […]
Eight sophomore students from the “Archaeology and Cultural Heritage” program at Bethlehem University completed an archaeological excursion to Jordan from Monday, 6 February 2023, to Sunday, 12 February 2023. They were accompanied by Dr. Omar Abed Rabo, the chairperson of the Humanities Department, and Dr. Jutta Häser, a visiting scholar to the program. Twenty German […]
Link: https://www.eveningsun.com/obituaries/mpa100537 From: Evening Sun Brother Dominic A. Smith, born Patrick Francis Smith in Hanover PA on March 13, 1941, son of the late Harold C. Smith and late Anna Mary (Lawrence) Smith, died at De La Salle Hall, Lincroft NJ on January 29, 2023 after a brief illness. Brother Dominic, known as “Pat” to […]
A delegation from the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) visited Bethlehem University on Friday, 10 February 2023. Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal welcomed the delegation and briefed them on the latest development projects within the University’s strategic plan for the Golden Jubilee celebrations. The delegation, headed by President and CEO of the Catholic Relief […]
This week, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability – Bethlehem University (PIBS-BU) concluded the integration of the Library of Congress classification system into the PIBS library. The PIBS library is one of the facilities available at the institute for people to come, enjoy, and benefit from. This opportunity is especially good for university students […]
Br. Dominic Smith, F.S.C., former Library Director (1997-2007) of Bethlehem University and Development Associate of the Bethlehem Foundation died in the United States on January 29, 2023. On 03 February 2023, Bethlehem University community celebrated a memorial Mass for the soul of Br. Dominic Smith in the Chapel of the Divine Child at Bethlehem University. […]
We are pleased to invite you to the first Sustainability Lecture for 2023 which will be on February 22, 2023 at 8 AM Philippine Time (GMT+8) on the topic “Optimization of Negative Emissions Technology Portfolios Using Process Integration Techniques.” Register at https://bit.ly/DLSU-IALU_Jan2023
Link for the original article From: Stuff George Heagney 05:00, Jan 27 2023 Brother Peter Bray vice-chancellor of Bethlehem University, the only Catholic university in Palestine and Israel, speaks of the challenges he faces in his job. A Kiwi priest based in Bethlehem in the West Bank hopes to one day see the end of […]
The presidents of Palestinian public universities met on campus last week within the framework of deepening the bonds of administrative, professional and academic cooperation and communication between public universities, to raise the efficiency of the work of higher education institutions, exchange experiences, find solutions to common issues and challenges, and emphasize the pioneering and leadership […]
On Tuesday, 17 January 2023, the senior Physiotherapy students exhibited their adaptive equipment made under the supervision of Mr. Ibrahim Salhab, Clinical Coordinator and Supervisor. The equipment has been designed and made for specific clients in the community as part of the adaptive equipment course held at Lifegate Rehabilitation, Beit Jala. There was also a […]
The Institute of Hotel Management & Tourism is grateful for Mr. Bassem Najjar the General Manager and founder of Cool Easy Systems company, for providing two of their Hotel systems to be used by the Hotel Management Students in their practical courses. It is worth mentioning that, Mr. Najjar is one of the outstanding graduates […]
The University of Southern California (USC), Department of Occupational Therapy, has offered a scholarship to allow four Occupational Therapy students from Bethlehem University to travel to California to join their 2023 summer program. Bethlehem University Students have previously participated many times in this program and USC is keen to continue their participation. The Occupational Therapy […]
The Zbierski Library held a student cell activity on Thursday, 12 January 2023, on “Audio Production.” Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, Library Director, introduced student cell member, Arama Sleibi, and welcomed the students encouraging them to interact with one another. Sleibi presented an overview on the basics of audio production in an informative PowerPoint presentation. She also […]
The Physiotherapy Clinic of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University announced last week that it has acquired a new device that will be used to treat Spinal Cord problems. The new DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Device will be used both for the training of our students and for treating people from the community. […]
Bethlehem University community celebrated a Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI in the Chapel of the Divine Child at Bethlehem University on Thursday, 5 January 2023. Bethlehem University extends its condolences to His Holiness Pope Francis and all members of the Catholic Church around the world. Bethlehem University was […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held the fourth workshop of the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2022-2023 academic year titled, “How to improve the quality of your research by using Endnote,” on Thursday Jan 5, 2022. Dr. Yacoub Sleibi, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Business and Business Administration, facilitated […]
Atmospheric and Climate Sciences (Weekly) – South Asian Meteorological Association (SAMA) & SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM IST) Global warming and climate change are serious global concerns nowadays. Floods and droughts are the two most devastating consequences of the climate crisis in South Asia. Also, research in the areas of climate science and […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University is proud to announce the participation of their graduate, Hassan Al Butmeh, in the TASFED World Competition for Culinary Arts, which took place in Istanbul with the participation of 23 countries from around the world. Mr. Butmeh won the Gold medal for preparing and serving […]
Join the PGSB 8th Call and partnering with FZJ scientists to develop mutual BSc & MSc Thesis Project Offer The next PGSB 8th Call for student thesis’ will be open for B.Sc., M.Sc. theses and internships on 01 February 2023. At this stage, PGSB program request from researchers and faculty staff members to join PGSB […]
The next PGSB 8th Call for student thesis’ will be open for B.Sc., M.Sc. theses and internships on 01 February 2023. At this stage, PGSB program request from researchers and faculty staff members to join PGSB and partnering with FZJ scientists to develop mutual BSc & MSc Thesis Project Offer until 31 January 2023, and […]
Link: https://www.catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/bethxmas/ From: New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference As Bethlehem University Vice-Chancellor Brother Peter Bray FSC prepares for his New Zealand speaking tour, he has sent a Christmas message to Kiwis from Bethlehem asking how we can help bring peace to the Holy Land. Taranaki-raised Br Peter has been invited by the NZ Catholic Bishops […]
On Friday, 16 December 2022, the Faculty of Education through the Zurub Teacher Resource Center, organized the final meeting for the activities carried out by students of the Art Club in cooperation with children from Alrowwad Cultural and Theatre Society. The students presented a story in drama method, and the children participated the different art […]
Bethlehem University Vice Chancellor and the University Community are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Iman Nader Saca as Vice President Designate for Academic Affairs effective January 2023. For over 20 years, Dr. Iman has been a leading scholar and interdisciplinary educator in Archaeology and Anthropology and an advocate for cultural protection, preservation, and promotion. […]
The Counselling office in cooperation with Muntada Al Jinsaniyeh implemented a training workshop at BU about Human Sexuality for 3rd and 4th year students from different departments. This training took place from October 22nd until December 10th, 2022. 16 female students attended the 40-hour training to develop self-awareness to deal with gender from moral and […]
The student Cell activity - “Time Management” was held on Thursday, 8th of December 2022 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in the Library Building. Student cell member, Razan Miqdadi displayed the PowerPoint and led the session, which was very informative and useful. 15 students participated in the session and there was very good interaction with [...]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held the third workshop of the Bethlehem University Research Workshops series for the 2022-2023 academic year titled, “How to select the appropriate journal for you publications and how to deal with the submission guidelines,” on Thursday, Dec 1, 2022. Prof Jamil Khader, Dean of Research, noted that […]
On Wednesday, 7th of December 2022, a total of 22 students of Grades 11and 12 from Em Salamoneh High School visited BU Library. The students were welcomed by the George Nasra team. They visited the Library where Mirna explained to them about all the facilities. Mary Morcos explained the displayed items in Turathuna. The two […]
Bethlehem University participated in the “First National Conference on Health Research in Palestine” organized by the Ministry of Health on 5 December 2022 at the Red Crescent premises in Ramallah. The conference presented health research studies for various Palestinian universities and organizations. Bethlehem University – College of Nursing and Health Sciences- had a successful role […]
The Annual Library Liaison meeting took place on Thursday, December 1st, 2022 in the Garden level of the Library –L005 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, welcomed Fr. Iyad Twal and all the representatives of the different departments to the meeting. Ms. Elizabeth, displayed the power point of the Library […]
On Wednesday, 30 November 2022 a class from the Wadi Al Akhdar school in Wad Fukin visited BU library. Ms. Elizabeth and the Turathuna Team welcomed them. Ms. Mirna explained about the procedures at the library and how it functions. Ms. Morcos welcomed them in the George Nasra Center, she explained to them about the […]
Student Cell at BU Library titled “Youth, the Leaders of Tomorrow” had an activity on Thursday, 24 November 2022 from 12:00-1:00 PM.Ms. Elizabeth D’souza welcomed the group and encouraged the students to have this kind of activity in the library for more interactions among students.The first student activity for this academic year titled “Friendship” was […]
Najla Abdellatif is a Palestinian environmental activist who’s striving to empower others to take ownership of moving towards a more sustainable life. Through her blog “Zero Waste Palestine,” Najla sheds light on climate change-related issues and promotes sustainable and waste-free practices for Palestinian and Middle Eastern households. Najla had a role as a Civil Society […]
Researching youth street groups in XXI Century: The case of TRANSGANG project (Carles Feixa) Gangs are described as an episodic phenomenon comparable across diverse geographic spaces, with the stereotype of American gangs often operating as an archetype. This means that a gang is an informal group of peers with local roots, in conflict with other […]
On Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022, a group of 40 students with their two teachers visited the Library.The staff in the Library welcomed and explained to them all the facilities of the library.The students then visited Turathuna “George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage”. Ms. Mary explained to them the different items of the Heritage Collection. The […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held a webinar titled, “How to publish your articles in International Journals: Practical Considerations,” the second in the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2022-2023 academic year, on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Dr. Fadel Jobran-Sawayfa, Assistant Professor of Education, and Dr. Ibrahim Horoub, an Instructor at […]
Responding to the current needs of the community, the 4th year students of the Qubeibeh Nursing Program, conducted an activity benefitting the Tawjihi students of the Beit Anan Public School. 40 students from the local school participated in a total of six various scientific and recreational activities spread over 6 different booths that the students […]
Bethlehem Business Incubator – Bethlehem University in cooperation with ARIJ, concluded a 45 hour capacity building program for youth groups that included trainings on digital marketing, innovation and design, and marketing principles. Participants submitted a marketing plan implemented within a project titled “Support the economy of the Palestinian agricultural and rural cooperatives led by women […]
Following the official opening of its newly established Hub, Bethlehem Business Incubator- BBI, started an intensive capacity-building program for the 51 selected participants (37 females & 14 males), divided into two groups, with innovative business ideas in the tourism sector. The purpose of the program is to equip the participants with the knowledge and the […]
Bethlehem University community is saddened by the death of Dr. John Kelly, Professor Emeritus at the University College Dublin (UCD). Professor Kelly passed away in Dublin, Ireland, on Saturday 12 November 2022. Professor. Kelly was a founder of Friends of Bethlehem University – Ireland, a longtime and enthusiastic supporter of Bethlehem University, and a recipient […]
Link: https://catholic.org.nz/news/media-releases/brpeter-video2/ From: New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference New Zealander and Bethlehem University vice-chancellor Brother Peter Bray FSC strives daily to ensure his students feel safe on campus and won’t have guns put in their faces as can happen at the Israeli checkpoints on their way to and from their studies. “I talk about […]
Encouraged by Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza and Ms. Samar Mousa, the Turathuna team organized the ‘Learning Chess’ activity in George Nasra Center on Thursday, November 17th, 2022, during the activity hour. Seventeen female participants joined this activity which was coached by Maher Takrouri, who won several prizes in chess competitions. Two students joined to coach along with […]
On Friday, the 11th of November, 2022, the Library Team had a joint celebration of the birthday celebrants from the months of June to November at the Library Kitchenette. The main celebrant of the event was Fr. Peter Du Brul, SJ whose birthday is on the 11th of November.The occasion was graced by the presence […]
The Office of the Dean of Research is pleased to invite you to attend the second workshop of the Bethlehem University Research Workshops series for the 2022-2023 academic year titled, “How to publish your articles in International Journals: Practical Considerations,” at 11:30 am on Thursday 17/11/ 2022 in M-103. You can follow the latest updates […]
On Wednesday, November 9th, 2022, a group of 9 female students of 9th grade from Wadi Al Akhdar school, visited Bethlehem University Library along with their two teachers. Wadi Al Akhdar school is located in Wadi Fukin, a Palestinian village in the West Bank, 10 km west of Bethlehem. They were welcomed by Ms. Mary […]
On 1 November 2022, a group of 27 sophomores visited the Library with Sawsan Shomali who introduces English major students to the process of and various steps in writing a research paper. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, extended a warm welcome to the group and encouraged them to visit the Library as often as possible. […]
The Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management held the final exam for the ninth batch of Culinary Arts Program students, with the participation of the representative of the Ministry of Labor, Chef Peter Andonia, the international judge, Chef Peter Hermantas and Chef Rami Hosh, the program’s trainers. The exam was in the form of a […]
The Palestinian American Research Center (PARC) announces its 24thannual Palestinian research fellowship competition for research in the humanities and social sciences that will contribute to Palestinian Studies. Applicants must be Palestinian doctoral students or Palestinian scholars who have earned their PhD. Palestinians may apply regardless of their country of residence or ID. Applications due November […]
Dr. Rabab Tamish from the Faculty of Education asked to provide an informative lecture about different resources and facilities of the Library for 12 Masters Students in the “Creative Pedagogies and Community Practices” program. On Friday, 28 October 2022 from 10:30 to 11:15 AM in Room E-101 Juana Juha explained to them how to reach our […]
On Friday, 28th of October 2022, the Faculty of Education, through the Zurub Teacher Resource Center, organized the first day for the educational games and activities with a group of children from Alrowwad Cultural and Arts Society which were carried out by the students of the Art Club. The center will continue to organize several […]
The Institute for Palestine Studies, in partnership with several research centers in the region, Europe and North America are organizing a conference titled “Reassessing the British Mandate in Palestine”, 31 October – 2 November 2022. The British Mandate (1922-1948) represents over a quarter-century in the modern history of Palestine during which the groundwork was laid […]
The Tourism Innovation Hub at Bethlehem University organized the first Tourism Innovation Bootcamp as part of the launching of its Tourism Innovation Hub – TIH in partnership with UNESCO. The Bootcamp started with Panel discussion involving the private sector, nongovernmental organization and UNESCO to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the tourism sector with the […]
On Friday, 28th of October 2022, at the request of Ms. Hiyam Sacca, the Library arranged for the tour for 12 students of the Master in Infectious Diseases; Prevention and Control program. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza extended a warm welcome to the group and explained to them the available resources and services of the Library. Ms. […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held a webinar titled, “The state of scientific research in Palestine and its implications for Bethlehem University”, the first in the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2022-2023 academic year, on Thursday, October 27th, 2022, in Furno Hall. Prof Jamil Khader, Dean of Research, provided an […]
On Thursday, 27th of October, the Occupational Therapy program at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University organized an event to celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day, during which senior students of the program displayed their work. The event was opened by Dean Mariam Awad and the exhibits were the result of the […]
Ms. Suzanne Daher, Chair of the Physical & Occupational Therapy Department at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, visited the Library with a group of 39 students in order to get them to learn how to search for resources from the databases for writing research papers. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Director of the Library extended […]
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Bethlehem Business Incubator at Bethlehem University launched the new “Tourism Innovation Hub” on Wednesday, October 19th, 2022. Tourism Innovation Hub – TIH is a new project led by Bethlehem Business Incubator – BBI in partnership with UNESCO within the TVET4Future project, funded by ENABEL – Belgium development agency. This new Hub focuses on youth, women, […]
A group of 19 students, accompanied by Raed Eshnaiwer teacher of Research Skills for Literature, from the English Department visited the Library with his students, on the 14th of October 2022. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza welcomed the group. Juana Juha explained to the students about RFID and how to access the Electronic resources for their research. […]
On October 21st, 2022, Bethlehem University named its library the “Zbierski Library” as an expression of the University’s appreciation to Dr. Suava Zbierski, and her husband, Mr. Ghassan Salameh, for their generous donation to develop the University’s facilities. The naming and blessing ceremony began with the Palestinian National Anthem. Father Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President […]
During Breast Cancer Awareness month, The Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University represented by the midwifery students, carried out several workshops to promote public knowledge and awareness of breast cancer. The workshops targeted a number of women in the Bethlehem area and involved teaching them about breast cancer, signs and symptoms, treatment […]
The Arabic Department and Dr. Said Ayyad Interactive Media and Communication Center organized a regional symposium about “The Narration in the Novel vs. Screen Play” at Bethlehem University on the 18th of October, 2022. The session was moderated by Dr. Ziyad Bani Shamsa, Chair of the Arabic Department at Bethlehem University. Dr. Bani Shamsa said […]
The Department of Religious Studies at Bethlehem University represented by the Vice President and Director of the Religious Formation Program in Amman, Father Iyad Al-Twal, had graduated a cohort of students last week. The graduation ceremony took place during a Mass that was presided over by His Eminence Bishop Jamal Daibes, the Latin Vicar in […]
Software Engineering students participated in the Palestinian Collegiate Programming Contest in Rawabi on Monday 10th of October 2022. The department participated with three teams.
Under the title “Know your Country”, the George Nasra Center organized a trip to the desert to Arab Al-Rashaydeh in the East of Bethlehem on Saturday 8th of October 2022 at 4:00 p.m. It was guided by Mr. Saed Shomaly, an author of several books on the region and its wildlife. Fourteen members of the […]
A total of 105 students from St. Joseph’s Elementary School for Girls visited the Bethlehem University Library with their teachers on the 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th of October 2022. Each day, the Turathuna team welcomed the students at the main gate and accompanied them to the Library where they were welcomed by Mary Morcos […]
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On Wednesday, 5 October 2022, a group of 32 students from The Lutheran School in Beit Sahour visited Bethlehem University Library with their teachers Ms. Haidi Asmari and Ms. Randa Jaraiseh. Ms. Mary Morcos along with members of the Turathuna Team and the Director of the Library, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza welcomed them as Ms. Mirna […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University has welcomed its students who participated in a training course in the city of Lourdes- Paris. The students were hosted by the municipality of Lourdes through the twinning program between Bethlehem City and Lourdes. This training course lasted for two months during their summer vacation; […]
On Tuesday, October 4th 2022, a group of 14 students from The Hope School in Beit Jala visited Bethlehem University Library with their teachers Ms. Dalia Abu Eita and Mr. Fuad Qasasfeh. Ms. Mary Morcos along with members of the Turathuna Team and the Director of the Library, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza welcomed them as Ms. Mirna […]
Finding a way to engage with youth is always a big challenge, this is why as Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and the Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC), we support interactive activities proposed by our partners. On the 27th of September 2022, Bethlehem University hosted a group of 21 girls and their teachers coming from Fadel […]
Bethlehem University hosted a group of 22 girls and their teachers coming from Al Khansa High School in Yatta. The girls participated in the ‘Walk and Talk’ activity which took them around the historical center of Bethlehem, in order to discover some of the main components of ‘Start Your Business’ project, funded by the Italian […]
The Triennial Conference of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the Worldwide Meeting of the Young Academies We are pleased to announce that registration for the 1-3 November 2022, Triennial Conference of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the Worldwide Meeting of the Young Academies is now open! The conference is hosted jointly by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, […]
On Wednesday and Thursday, 21st and 22nd of September 2022, two groups of 46 students from SIRA – Special Education School in Bethlehem visited Bethlehem University Library accompanied by their teachers. Ms. Mary Morcos, along with members of the Turathuna team, and the Director of the Library, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza welcomed them. Ms. Morcos explained […]
Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) at Bethlehem University in collaboration with Applied Research Institute Jerusalem (ARIJ), hosted its first-ever Agriculture Hackathon as a crucial part of a project supported by the Spanish Development Cooperation to economically empower Palestinian women and young farmers in agriculture, allowing them to gain access to new marketing channels. Individuals and groups […]
The first of its kind in Palestine On Thursday, 8 September 2022, H.E. Chilean Ambassador Christian Hodges-Nugent, and his deputy Mr. Ricardo Cardenas delivered a donated Portable Electro Cardiogram device to Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. Ms. Mariam Awad, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Mr. Youil Anastas, Vice […]
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On August Thursday and Friday 18th and 19th, 2022, Bethlehem University celebrated the graduation of its Forty-Sixth cohort which consisted of 641 graduates, holders of master’s and bachelors and diplomas from various faculties and specializations. The celebration was attended by the Apostolic Nuncio in Jerusalem and Palestine, Mgr Adolfo Tito Yllana, the Chancellor of Bethlehem […]
Wednesday, August 24th 2022, the Arabic School for Foreigners celebrated with its students the end of the intensive courses for the summer school for the month of August 2022. The students studied the Arabic language courses for foreigners according to the intensive program; 4 hours a day for 4 weeks.The students celebrated by presenting beautiful […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/blogs/bethlehem-university-celebrates-the-graduation-of-its-students.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem By: LPJ Media Office Bethlehem University celebrates the graduation of its students Available in the following languages:Arabic, Español, Français, Italiano On August 18th and 19th, 2022, Bethlehem University celebrated the graduation of its holders of master’s and bachelor’s degrees, that is about 641 male and female graduates from […]
At Bethlehem University, Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC) organized a workshop for the incubated and accelerated startups to start the work on designing, branding and developing websites for their businesses. In parallel with the work on developing the business plans with their mentors, the entrepreneurs joined this workshop to know […]
Prof Jamil Khader, Dean of Research and Professor of English at Bethlehem University, received the 2022 Arab American University Award for Excellence in Scientific Research in the Humanities and Social Sciences category. He shared this award with Dr. Maha Samman from Alquds University. Prof Khader won this award for his article, “The Architectural Parallax, Neoliberal […]
The Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC) at University of Florence in Italy implemented a two-day training for the team of the Yunus Social Business Centre at Bethlehem University as part of the capacity building program for the team in Palestine within Start Your business Project. Dr. Enrico Testi, the Director of the Yunus Social Business […]
On Wednesday, 20 July 2022, a graduation ceremony was held at the Bethlehem University Millennium Lounge for foreign students undergoing courses in Arabic Language which are conducted via the Brother Vincent Malham Center. Ms. Nadia Bany Shamsa, Arabic Teacher for Foreigners, began the ceremony by welcoming the graduates and congratulating them on their performance and […]
The Yunus Social Business Center – YSBC at Bethlehem University participated in the 12th Social Business Day which was hosted by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus from June 27- 30, 2022. The theme this year was: Building a New Civilisation—Before the Current Civilisation Destroys Us. More than 150+ speakers including 30 globally prominent speakers, 14 […]
Bethlehem UniversityThe Faculty of Arts / The Office of the Dean of ResearchArchaeology and Cultural Heritage Program Call for Papers 2023The International Bethlehem ConferenceBethlehem: History, Archaeology and Cultural HeritageVenue: Bethlehem University, 5 Frère Street, Bethlehem, Palestine ConferenceDate: 9-10 March 2023 The Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Program at Bethlehem University is pleased to announce the international [...]
As part of their graduation projects, some Software Engineering students developed three mobile applications and a website for three incubated startups at the Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) at Bethlehem University. The BBI & YSBC are working to provide students with opportunities to get real working experience and prepare […]
H.E. Ambassador Maya Tissafi, Head of the Middle East and North Africa Division of the Directorate of Political Affairs in Bern, Ms. Justine Hessler Deputy Head of Division and Regional Coordinator (Middle East), Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, MENA Division, and H.E. Mr. Viktor Vavricka, Swiss Representative to Palestine, visited Bethlehem University and in particular […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray met with Mr. Bader Al-Saad, General Director/Chairman at the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development in Kuwait, the largest donor to the British Council Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL) programme, during a meeting organized by the British Council in the Occupied Palestinian Territories at Al Carmel Hotel in […]
Through the support of Bethlehem University’s Yunus Social Business Center, Ma’an Lil-Hayat (L’Arche Bethlehem) was able to celebrate the opening of their boutique hotel in Bethlehem. This hotel is the first of its kind in the city. It will be staffed by persons with and without intellectual disabilities to provide top-class high-quality services in accommodating […]
32 business and social business ideas joined the journey to transform their ideas into startups and/or develop their existing startups to enhance their work and scale it up, through the “Start Your Business” project (SYB). On Wednesday, 8 June 2022 the Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) organized a launching event of the incubation/ acceleration of […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Editorial Board of the Bethlehem University Journal announced the publication of the first two articles of two different issues of Volume 39 of the Bethlehem University Journal on the international database Science Open. Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research and Editor-in-Chief of the Bethlehem University Journal, […]
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Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh teaches and does research at Bethlehem University and Birzeit University. A Palestinian born in Beit Sahour, he is the founder and director of the Palestine Museum of Natural History (PMNH) and the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University. He previously served on the faculties of the University of […]
The Software Engineering Department at Bethlehem University organized an exhibition of graduation projects for the second cohort of software engineering students, the Shireen Abu Akleh cohort, on Wednesday, 1 June 2022. A total of thirty students who will graduate in Spring 2022 participated in 12 different projects that were presented in the Auditorium on campus. […]
Event Synopsis The Social Development Research Center (SDRC), in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), Lasallian Pastoral Office (LSPO), and Center for Social Concern and Action (COSCA), is organizing a forum on International Research on College Students’ Perceptions Regarding the Impact of the Lasallian Mission on June 17, 2022, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 […]
Bethlehem University and Al-Aqsa University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday, 1 June 2022. The MoU aimed at serving the people of Palestine in Gaza in the area of Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) educational courses and strengthening the Chain of Survival. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and the Acting President of Al-Aqsa University […]
On the 26th of May 2022 from 11 AM to 12 PM Student Cell at BU Library organized an activity at the ground floor in the quiet study area titled “Youth, the Leaders of Tomorrow”. Student Cell member, Shahd Daww led students to a Meditation session which was well participated.
As Bethlehem University prepares for its 50th year since its inception and will celebrate the Golden Jubilee next academic year, Bethlehem University unveiled on Monday, 30 May 2022, the jubilee logo which contains the number fifty and the bell tower in its center in addition to the slogan “Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve”. The […]
The Bethlehem University Library organized a hiking trip to Battir on Sunday 22 May 2022. 13 faculty and staff took part in the trip that started from the Al-Makhrour area in Beit Jala, a world heritage site. Wadi Al Makhrour extends from the Crimsan Monastery all the way to the village of Battir. This beautiful […]
The Bethlehem Business Incubator and Yunus Social Business Center at Bethlehem University held the “EntreprenHer challenge: Women and Social Entrepreneurship” on campus on Friday and Saturday, 27-28 May 2022 in which 54 Palestinian women entrepreneurs participated. The event aimed at inviting women entrepreneurs with social entrepreneurial ideas or existing businesses to work together over two […]
The Office of the Dean of Research held the second session of the Research & Innovation Day for the 2021-2022 academic year on Thursday, 26 May 2022. Faculty members from the Faculties of Nursing and Health Sciences, the Sciences, Arts, and Education delivered different papers on various topics. Ms. Narmeen Qumsiyeh, Lecturer in the Faculty […]
Link: https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/bethlehem-university-basketball-auction-george-felton/ From: Sports Collectors Daily May 26, 2022 By Rich Mueller San Antonio, TX is 7,229 miles from the school he’s looking to help, but an NBA executive has made it one of his life missions to do what he can for a place he calls “a wonderful university.” Now, San Antonio Spurs Director of Player Personnel […]
Co-culture systems can address food security issues by intensifying production of crops and animal protein without requiring additional land area. We show how a graph-theoretic optimization model based on ecological network analysis can determine robust co-culture strategies by controlling the presence of key species. Results of simulations on a hybrid rice and crayfish production system […]
On Monday, 23 May 2022 at 9:00 A.M., the Library Staff headed by the Director, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza gave a simple partaking of birthday cake and other foods to celebrate the 90th birthday of Br. Jean Manuel (April 20) and Br. Neil Keiffe’s 89th birthday (May 21). It was a great moment of treasuring and […]
On Thursday, 12 May 2022, fourth-year nursing students organized a workshop for third-year students within the course of Nursing Management “NURS 350” where they invited Al-Qubeibeh’s graduates who obtained their master’s degree to present their theses. On Thursday, 19 May 2022, and within the course of Profession Nursing Foundation NURS 355, fourth-year students conducted a […]
Four faculty members from the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences participated in an exchange visit to the Faculty of Nursing at DIAK University in Helsinki/ Finland as part of Erasmus+ staff mobility for teaching and training between program and partner countries from Monday, 9 until Sunday, 15 May 2022. The four members; […]
The Dean of Students Office organized the annual career day on Wednesday, 19 May 2022, in the auditorium in which more than 40 companies and organizations participated. The guest speaker was Mr. Ibrahim Melhem, the Palestinian government spokesman, who is a graduate of Bethlehem University in 1985. The master of the ceremony, Ms. Enas Elias, […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal welcomed H.E. Mr. Alessandro Candias, the Brazilian Ambassador to the State of Palestine, accompanied by Professor João Baptista de Medeiros Vargens, Head of the Arab Studies Sector at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), and Ms. Adriana Farias, a diplomat […]
The Dean of Students Office and the Student Senate in cooperation with the Athletics Department organized a Chess Championship on Thursday, 19 May 2022, at the George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage in the University Library sponsored by Alquds Chess Initiative. Dean of Students, Mr. Adnan Ramadan, and Verona Khair, Sports Supervisor gave out trophies […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/from-jerusalem-to-jubeiha-visits-of-cardinal-fernando-filoni-during-his-stay-in-the-holy-land.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem By: Cécile Leca/ lpj.org – Published: May 19 Thu, 2022 From Jerusalem to Jubeiha: visits of Cardinal Fernando Filoni during his stay in the Holy Land Available in the following languages: Arabic,Español,Français,Italiano HOLY LAND – Last week, His Eminence Fernando Filoni, Cardinal-Bishop, officially visited the Diocese of Jerusalem for the […]
The Office of the Dean of Research held the first session of the Research & Innovation Day for the 2021-2022 academic year on Thursday, May 19, 2022. In his welcoming remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Br. Peter Bray spoke to faculty, staff, students, and guests about the importance of research as a key to [...]
The Vice Chancellor, members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, and students at Bethlehem University extend their warmest congratulations to Brother Armin Luistro, FSC, on being elected as Superior General of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools during its 46th General Chapter in […]
At the request of Al-Qubeibeh’s first-year students, Sr. Mary Yusef organized a visit to the elderly house of Al-Qubeibeh on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. The 42 students had brought with them gifts and fruits to the elderly and the sisters of Al-Qubeibeh.They danced, sang with the elderly, offered them fruits, and helped them to eat. […]
The English Department held a reading session and award distribution on Thursday, 12 May 2022, for the winning students of its Fifth Creative Writing Competition which was open to all university students this spring semester. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray congratulated the winners and then distributed the awards along with the Vice President for Academic […]
Student Cell Activity -YOGA in the Library Student Cell at BU Library entitled “Youth, the Leaders of Tomorrow” had an activity on the 12th of May 22 from 11 AM to 12 PM on the ground floor in the quiet study area. Student Cell member, Razan Miqdadi led students to a Yoga session which was […]
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The Grand Master of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) His Eminence Cardinal Fernando Filoni accompanied by the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem His Beatitude Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa and the Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine and Chancellor of Bethlehem University His Excellency Archbishop Adolfo Tito Yllana visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday, […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University organized an event at Bethlehem Secondary School for Girls to launch the first mobile educational exhibition of its kind in Palestine on Tuesday, 10 May 2022. As part of the “Unity and Diversity in Nature and Society” project funded by the European Union, the mobile […]
Dear Friends of Bethlehem University, We are delighted to present to you our latest Bethlehem University Magazine (volume 29 issue #2). You will read exciting and inspiring stories in this issue.Highlights in this issue include: Technology Enhanced Learning Education for Care and Reconciliation Herbarium Unit at PIBS If you have any comments and questions about […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/presentation-of-the-gold-cross-of-merit-to-mr-jeries-k-handal-for-his-support-to-the-holy-land.html From: lpj.org Presentation of the Gold Cross of Merit to Mr. Jeries K. Handal for his support to the Holy Land Available in the following languages: Arabic, Español, Français BETHLEEM – On Monday, April 25, 2022, Mgr William Shomali, Patriarchal Vicar for Jerusalem and Palestine, presented the Gold Cross of Merit to Mr. […]
The required steps to complete registration for MICAD or MGAPS Programs are as follows: Step 1: The MICAD/MGAPS Application Packet will be available just online by accessing the following link:http://admission.bethlehem.edu/admissioncard/The application fee is 500 NIS that can be paid either using the credit card or through Pal Pay. A username and password will be sent [...]
You are invited to attend and participate in-person or virtually in the International Conference on Studies in Education and Social Sciences (ICSES) and International Conference on Studies in Engineering, Science, and Technology (ICSEST) which will take place at Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Antalya Hotel on November 10-13, 2022 in Antalya, Turkey. The hotel accommodation is […]
The first student activity entitled “Be Kind to your Mind” was held on 7th April 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM on the ground floor of the Library. Student cell member, Jalil Sayeh prepared the power point on “Be Kind to your Mind”, very informative and useful information on how to go about on […]
This rare book written in English is entitled: “The Land Law of Palestine” and was published by Frederic M. Goadby and Moses J. Doukhan, Palestine, 1935.In 1927 the Palestine Government commissioned to prepare a statement of the Land Law then in force in Palestine for the use of Officers engage in the work of Land […]
The Religious Studies Department organized a study day on Friday, 1 April 2022, where two faculty members presented their research work to the Bethlehem University community. Fr. Peter Dubrul presented his research work on the first letter of John under the title “God is love” and Fr. Bernard Poggi presented his work under the title […]
Eighteen women from Arab Educational Institute – Pax Christi headed by Sumud Story House Coordinator Mrs. Claudette Mubarak visited the BU Library on the morning of Monday, March 28, 2022. They were welcomed by the Turathuna team headed by Mary Morcos. After orienting them with the different facilities of the Library they gathered at Turathuna […]
Dr. Schneider and his team from Talitha Kumi worked with a group of students on “GPIA– The History of Bethlehem and its surroundings” The students made very good use of the library space for 3 days on 16th, 21st and 23rd March ‘22 from 8 am to 1 pm. The active students worked in small […]
Link: https://www.facebook.com/201679040305/posts/10159575630300306/?sfnsn=mo From: Palestine: Sports for Life TODAY we highlight breaking the bias with Samar Araj Mousa. She takes us through her personal experience in loving football and in creating the first female football team in Palestine. Checkout her inspiring story For International Women’s Month, PS4L has highlighted the perseverance, resilience, passion and hard work […]
Through the Zurrub Teacher Resource Center, the Department of Early Childhood Education organized five workshops from Thursday, 10 March 2022, until Monday, 21 March 2022, for 100 teachers from public and private schools. These workshops focused on how to use the game (How Do you Feel – شدة كيف حالك) in teaching and learning children […]
Three teams, two of which are freshmen and one team of sophomores, from the Software Engineering department took place in the second contest (Hebron Code Jam 2022) which took place at the University of Hebron on Thursday, 24 March 2022. 26 teams from different Palestinian universities participated in the contest.
The Tech club, in coordination with the Software Engineering Department at Bethlehem University, organized a visit to Ramallah – Birzeit, on Saturday, 19 March 2022. The program included a visit to the IEEE student branch at Birzeit University. The group also visited Palestine Techno Park, and the Palestinian Museum.
On Saturday, 19 March 2022, the first contest (Exalt Tech Contest 22′) took place at Exalt Technologies Company in Ramallah with the participation of 8 universities from all across Palestine. Three teams from the Software Engineering department competed; two of which were freshmen and the other team members were sophomores.
Gaza Sky Geeks, a program of Mercy Corps, has given four-day DevOps workshops for third and fourth-year students at the Department Of Software Engineering in February and March. Students gained in-depth knowledge of the Linux Operating System, AWS, and Docker Containers, which are the current technology trends in the market. The students were really pleased […]
The Library organized a drawing competition and the winners are:First Prize – Ms. Celina SalsaSecond Prize – Mr. Younis Jaafra. Congratulations to the Winners !!
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For the first time, the Library formed a student cell. The first meeting was held on 10 March 2022, from 11:00 to 12:00 PM initiated by Library Administrative Team, composed of Sr. Rose Amacanin, Vera Kousa, Juana Juha, and Library Director, Elizabeth Dsousa. The cell is made up of students representing different departments. The meeting […]
Link: https://www.asianews.it/news-en/The-Latin-Patriarchate-of-Jerusalem-has-two-new-auxiliary-bishops-55336.html From: The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem Jamal Deibes is the patriarchal vicar for Jordan, while Rafic Nahra is the vicar for Israel. The former directed schools in Palestine, while the Lebanese priest is a great knowledge of the Jewish world. Patriarch Pizzaballa said that their mandate is “to teach, govern and sanctify”. Jerusalem […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) organized a lecture titled, “Higher Education Systems in Settler Colonial Contexts,” the eleventh of the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Wednesday March 9. Mr. Ben Norquist, a Ph.D. candidate at Azusa Pacific University, presented an overview of his study, which focuses on higher education in the […]
Mr. Martin Daltry, the Director of the British Council in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and Ms. Merna Kassis, Scholarships/Higher Education Coordinator at the British Council, visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday 2 March 2022. On their visit, Mr. Daltry and Ms. Kassis met with Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Prof. Jamil […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held a webinar titled, “Departmental Colloquia: Informational Session”, the tenth of the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 3 March 2022. Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research, provided an overview of the main research activities that are planned for this semester. […]
The Dean of Students Office organized a training in the art of debating in the English language. The first training took place on Friday, 25 February 2022. The students were introduced to the rules of debating and were involved in some ice breaking activities.
The Office of the Dean of Research held a webinar titled, “Publishing in International Peer-reviewed Journals on ScienceOpen”, the ninth of the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 24 February 2022. Dr. Stephanie Dawson, the Executive Director of ScienceOpen, introduced the platform, whose database, which includes over 75 million […]
In cooperation with the Dean of Students Office, the Rapprochement Centre continues to offer different training programs for university students in the Bethlehem area sponsored by the Oxfam organization. On Sunday, 2 February 2022, Bethlehem University students received the last session of the training programs in administration skills and decision-making. New training programs on photography […]
The Dean of Students Office, in cooperation with Alqasaba Theatre, organizes a three months workshop for 20 Bethlehem University students. The students participated in the first two sessions which were about introducing drama and some ice-breaking activities to know each other and be prepared to work together.
The meetings of the Holy Land Trust’s program Generation to Generation resumed by the beginning of the new semester. The students discussed their achievements in the previous year and talked about their resolutions for the coming year. They also discussed the role of women in their families in comparison to the role of men.
Sussex University is pleased to announce their first Research Partnerships conference taking place on March 9, 2022. Academics at Sussex and many of their international university partners will share highlights from decades of research collaborations, focusing on the following thematic areas: Neuroscience and AI Equality and Justice Sustainability Health and Wellbeing Engage with world-leading experts on topics […]
The Indian National Science Day – 2022 Conference and Launch of the Palestinian Research Hub Initiative on 26 February, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Palestine Red Crescent Society Hall – Ramallah Find attached the program. Please confirm your attendance by replying to the e-mail research@palast.ps before 24 February 2022 for logistic arrangements.
The senior students of the Occupational Therapy program continue to participate in the University of Southern California’s pen pal scheme. This project brings together different occupational therapy students from universities from around the world. The latest online zoom meeting saw students in breakout rooms having in-depth discussions and sharing experiences about occupational therapy in their different countries.
For the fourth consecutive year, Bethlehem University Tourism Institute (BUTi) is delighted to announce for the prize of: “Mrs. Wedad Abu-Dayyeh’s Academic Excellence Award in the Field of Hotel Management & Tourism for the Year 2022” to a fourth year female student in the BSc. Program of Hotel Management, who manages to earn the highest […]
Within the national efforts carried out by the Environmental Quality Authority (EQA) in partnership with the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability / Bethlehem University (PIBS / BU) to prepare and update The National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP), ten workshops were held with governmental and private institutions and relevant national experts on various […]
H.E. Mr. Viktor Vavricka, Swiss Representative to Palestine, and Mrs. Laetitia Kirianoff Crimmins, Deputy Ambassador, visited Bethlehem University on Monday, 31 January 2022. The Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal and the Director of Marketing and Communications Office Yazan Al-Zubaidy welcomed the delegation and briefed them on the latest development projects within the University’s strategic […]
Bethlehem University held its faculty and staff meeting on Friday, 28 January 2022, in the auditorium to mark the beginning of the spring 2022 semester. Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irene Hazou, presided over the meeting which began with a reflection by Brother Mark Logtenber, Assistant Coordinator of Institutional Values. Dr. Hazou gave Vice […]
This rare book written in multi-languages is titled: “Bethlehem” and was published by Gerusalemme: Francescani, 1947. This book is really interesting because they mentioned different topics such as Bethlehem and its Holy places, St. Catherine’s parish church, the Casa Nova, and others….You can see more fascinating information inside the book. Readers and researchers can gain […]
Free Online Course “Qualitative Research Methods for Mental Health in War and Conflict” Institute of Community & Public Health (ICPH), Birzeit University and King’s College London (KCL) Open for enrolment! https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/qualitative-research-methods-for-mental-health-war-conflict We are pleased to announce that our free intensive certified online course on “Qualitative Research Methods for Mental Health in War and Conflict” is open for […]
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On Tuesday, 11 January 2022, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal welcomed the Governor of the Palestine Monetary Authority, Dr. Feras Milhem, and his Deputy, Mr. Mohammad Manasrah on their first visit to Bethlehem University since assuming office in January 2021. Brother Peter briefed the Governor on the […]
Bethlehem University won the Platinum Shield in the Healthy Sports Campus Competition which is organized by the Arab Universities Sports Federation (Arab USF). The President of the Arab USF, Dr. Saeed Hamad Alhassani, congratulated the Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Brother Peter Bray, on winning the Platinum Shield. Dr. Alhassani’s letter read “I am pleased […]
Back in March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit Bethlehem, the Athletics Department at Bethlehem University launched an initiative to raise awareness and shed light on the importance of physical activity. The Department introduced the “Walking Steps Challenge”, which was carried out under the supervision of female athletes, to lead groups of students and their […]
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Every year on Christmas Eve, the Chapel of the Divine Child at Bethlehem University is a site of joy and worship when faculty, staff, and friends of Bethlehem University gather to celebrate Christmas during the Midnight Mass. This special Mass, which was presided over by Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, […]
Bethlehem University graduate Afrah Mousa (BU’20) of the Software Engineering Department participated in the International Arab Conference on Information Technology (ACIT) in Oman from 21 to 23 December 2021, to present her graduation project. Her project was titled “DiscimusRW: An E-Learning Web Application for Classifying Random Walks with Machine Learning”. Afrah developed a web-based online system based […]
A group of 27 first-year students, accompanied by Mr. Mohammed Abu Ayyash from the Department of Computational Sciences and Engineering visited the library, on 20 December 2021 at noon. Ms. Juana Juha welcomed the group and explained briefly about the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), the self-check-in/out machine (RFID Kiosk), library policies and procedures, and the different library […]
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The First Scientific Symposium on COVID 19 Pandemic March 8-10, 2022 The Deadline for abstract submission is due on January 20th, 2022. For more information please see this link.
Dear Friends, Supporters & Graduates, Greetings from Bethlehem University! As we approach Christmas, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your invaluable support over the past year and to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please enjoy the Christmas greetings from our Vice-Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray, via this […]
“My name is Maya, and, growing up in a place where pain is a daily reality, I have always been passionate about relieving the pain of people any way I can. That is why I chose to pursue two things in life: physical therapy and music, because I believe that they are the best healers […]
Ms. Bateel Muammar, Physiotherapist and Clinical Supervisor at the Tarek Ahmad Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, was invited as an international classifier for The Asian Youth Para Games 2021- took place at Manama, Bahrain from Sunday, 28 November to Wednesday, 8 December 2021. Ms. Bateel Muammar is the first and the only Palestinian woman who has an […]
Dean of Students Mr. Adnan Ramadan and Director of the Athletics Department Mrs. Samar Al-Araj Mousa awarded a number of female students who participated in the Walking Steps Challenge initiative on Thursday, 16 November 2021. Several female students took part in the initiative this semester and were given medals and certificates of honor for their […]
The Dean of Research and the Research Council held a webinar titled, “Environmental research leading to conservation and sustainability in Palestine,” Thursday, December 16, 2021. Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh and Mr. Elias Handal, from the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability, provided an overview of the research activities, educational programs, and other outreach plans they have […]
Iman Saca was born in Bethlehem to Palestinian Christian parents; she went to St. Joseph School in Bethlehem and Talitha Qumi in Beit Jala. After the first Intifada started in 1987 Palestinian universities were closed, and her grandparents in the United States suggested to her and her brother to go to the USA to pursue […]
Bethlehem University held its annual Christmas tree lighting and Christmas party on Thursday, 09 December 2020, in De La Salle building where dozens of students, faculty, and staff gathered. The ceremony, which was organized by the Dean of Students Office, began with a musical performance by the Shepherd’s Boy and Girl Scout Troop. Executive Vice […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism, with the collaboration of the Palestinian Heritage Trail, organized an educational hiking trip for the Institute’s students on Sunday, 5 December 2021. The students hiked 7 kilometers with the help of a local guide, starting from the Good Samaritan to sea level on the road to Jericho. The […]
The DAAD AInet Fellowship is awarded twice a year to a group of outstanding international early career researchers in the field of artificial intelligence. Awardees will be invited to join the Postdoctoral Networking Tour in Artificial Intelligence (Postdoc-NeT-AI) and will be included in the DAAD AInet Fellows & Alumni Network, offering a long-term gateway to […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council held a colloquium titled, “Developing the Tourism Industry in Palestine: Halal Tourism and Volunteer Tourism as Case Studies,” the sixth in the Research and Creativity colloquia series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Dr. Omar Abed Rabo, Associate Professor of […]
The Ibrahim Abu-Lughod Award is a year-long fellowship that recognizes and fosters innovative and ground-breaking scholarship on issues related to Palestine and Palestinians. The award will support a scholar working on a book project in any field of the humanities or social sciences who will spend the academic year at Columbia University in New York, […]
On Wednesday, 1 December 2021, Ms. Ruba Ayyad from the English Department visited the library with a group of 40 freshmen students in order to get them to learn about the library and the best ways to use it. The library staff explained all the facilities and services available on all the library floors and […]
Bethlehem University students participated in the table tennis, chess, and swimming championships which were organized by the Sports Federation of Palestinian Higher Education Institutions on Tuesday, 30 November 2021, at the Arab American University in Jenin. Student Zein Elayan came in second place in freestyle stroke and third place in butterfly stroke in the Swimming Championship, […]
The Athletics Department organized a Table Tennis Championship on campus for four weeks. Thirty-two Bethlehem University students participated in the knockout format Championship. The final match was held on Thursday, 2 December 2021, in which Nader Ayaydeh won first place and Ibrahim Abu Omar came in second. Mr. Adnan Ramadan, Dean of Students, and Mrs. […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University (PIBS-BU) held the “First Palestinian Conference on Biodiversity and Human Diversity in Palestine” on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. This conference is one of the activities of the “Unity Diversity in Nature and Society” project, funded by the European Union Peacebuilding Initiative (EUPI), and implemented in […]
Bethlehem University Women’s volleyball team has been qualified to the Final Four in the Palestinian Universities championship, which was held on Wednesday, 24 November 2021 at BU. Our team ranked first in the group, whereas Hebron University came second. The final four universities’ are Bethlehem University, Hebron University, Al Najah University, and Khaduri University. We […]
The Research and the Community Engagement Committee held an online informational webinar on a Swiss call for projects, “Research Partnership Grants,” at 5 pm, Wednesday, Nov 24, 2021. Mr. Michael Krieger, the current manager of the Leading House for the Middle East and North Africa (LHMENA), introduced the call and discussed its eligibility criteria, funding regulation, and selection […]
A group of 25 students from St. Joseph School Class 3B visited the Turathna Center in the Library with their teachers Ms. Nadiya Hazboun and Ms. Routi El Massou on 17 November 2021 at 11:30 A.M. The Turathuna Team Members headed by Ms. Mary Morcos welcomed them, as Ms. Mirna Zoughbi explained to them about […]
The Leading House for the Middle East and North Africa (LHMENA) launched its call for projects “Research Partnership Grants” during its kick-off event in October. This instrument aims at developing new joint project proposals or connecting already existing and independently funded projects in Switzerland and in the MENA partner countries into long-lasting cooperation. The application […]
On Sunday, 21 November 2021, the first-year Occupational Therapy students with the class teacher Suzy Daher went for an orientation visit to the Karmal Psychiatric Hospital in Bethlehem. The Head of Department Ms. Dyala Awadeh and supervisor Khadijha Shqerat talked about the hospital and the role of Occupational Therapy in mental health. After the lecture, the students […]
On the morning of Thursday, 18 November 2021, a group of 24 students from St. Joseph School visited BU Library accompanied by their teacher Mrs. Nadia Hazboun. The team welcomed the students and their teacher. Library staff Mirna Zoughbi explained the various services provided by the library to the students. Responding to a request by […]
A group of third-year nursing students held an awareness lecture on breast cancer for the girl guides of the Shepherds Scouts Group – Beit Sahour on Saturday, 30 October 2021. The lecture was entitled “Examine and reassure us because your health matters to us.” The lecture was held in cooperation with the Al-Maha Cancer Society […]
The Athletics Department in cooperation with the Dean of Students Office organized a Chess Championship from Thursday, 4 November 2021, until Thursday, 25 November 2021, at the George Nasra Center for Palestinian Heritage in the University Library. The Executive Vice President, Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, gave out trophies to the winners and medals to the […]
On Wednesday, 17 November 2021, six students from the debate club participated in the Palestinian Universities Debate Tournament finals. They came in third place and proved themselves as the most organized and well prepared among other universities. Congratulation to our beloved students and we really appreciate their great effort.
The Dean of Students Office organized a campaign called “Draw a Smile” in which university students visit several organizations for children with disabilities and children in need. Their first visit took place on Wednesday, 17 November 2021, to the Jemima organization and they performed different activities that helped draw a smile on the children’s faces.
Bethlehem University held a memorial ceremony to honor Dr. Said Ayyad and revive his journalistic and academic biography on Thursday, 18 November 2021, on campus in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Information, the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, Palestine TV, and the Municipalities of Bethlehem Governorate. In his speech, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter […]
On Thursday 18 November 2021, Ms. Valerie Rock welcomed a group of second-year students from the Biology Department to the Library and oriented them on the library services and facilities in order to encourage students to use the library and benefit from its resources. The students toured the library and were given a demonstration about […]
On Sunday, 14 November 2021, the Physiotherapy program organized an outdoor physical activity for physiotherapy students from different cohorts. This social activity included hiking in Wadi-Fara where students walked 9 kilometers and ended up having fun in Jericho.
The Physical and Occupational Therapy students held an awareness interactive activity for students in various schools in the Bethlehem area on Thursday, 4 November 2021. The students spoke about their specialization, their study journey, and concepts related to community needs. This activity was held as part of the PHTH 330 course which aims at encouraging students to […]
As a continuation of the arranged Library tour, Ms. Rania Abdel Nour visited the Library on the 11th of November 2021 with two groups of students of IATA and Hotel Management. The first group consisted of 9 students from second-year Hotel management and the second group was first-year IATA students. Elizabeth D’sousa, Director of the […]
As a follow-up of the Library Liaison Annual meeting with the faculty, Vera Koussa as a member of the LLT took the responsibility to approach Ms. Reem Zeitoun, Faculty of Chemistry, to bring her students to visit the Library. On the 12th of November ’21, Ms. Reem came with her 29 Chemistry students to the Library. […]
The Office of the Dean of Research held an interactive workshop titled, “Good Research and its Traits,” the fourth in the Research and Creativity colloquia series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 11 November 2021. The workshop was attended by faculty members from the English Department, Arabic Department, the Humanities Department, the Math Department, and the Software […]
On Friday, 12 November 2021, thirteen Bethlehem University students participated in the Palestine University Model United Nations (PUMUN) program in Ramallah. Each student represented a different country and worked together to find ways to overcome the economic problems that occurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At the end of the program, students were honored and […]
As a follow up of the Library Liaison Annual meeting with the faculty, Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, Library Director planned with the team in charge to approach the faculty to bring in the students to the Library. Ms. Vera Koussa approached Ms. Rania Abdel Nour, Hotel Management, and arranged the Library Tour. On the 10th of […]
Under the supervision of the Dean of Students Office and in cooperation with Falestinyat organization, the Bethlehem University Debate Club students participated in the Palestine Debate Tournament in Ramallah last week. The team won the first and second rounds and will participate in the final round of the tournament on Wednesday, 17 November 2021.
On Tuesday, 9 November 2021, The Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research honored students who won in the competitions that took place in the last 2 years. Bethlehem University students won first and third place in the short story competition and third place in the drama and acting competition.
On the 10th of November ’21, Ms. Narmeen Qumsieh from the Nursing Department visited the Library with 47 first-year students. Ms. Elizabeth D’souza extended a warm welcome to Ms. Narmeen Qumsieh and her students. The Library staff Miral explained at the garden level all the journals and periodicals that can be used by the students. […]
Dr. Bilal Salameh, from the Department of Social Science, visited the Library on the 10th of November ’21 with 55 students for a Library tour. Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, Library Director, extended a warm welcome Dr. Bilal and his students, and then Ms. Vera Koussa explained the Library services and facilities to the students. Dr. Bilal […]
Another group of 32 Grade 2 girls from St. Joseph School with their teacher Ms. Nadia Hazboun came to visit the George Nasri Turathuna Center in the BU Library at 9:30 A.M today, 09 Nov. 2021. The girls were excited to see what is inside the Library and particularly in the Center. The group was […]
Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, the Library Director approached Ms. Maram Daboub and expressed her desire to see the students in the library and arranged the Library tour with her. On the 9th of November’21, Ms. Maram Daboub from the English Department came with a group of 39 first-year students for the Library tour. The library staff […]
This is the latest panel from the International Manifesto Group. The panel will take place Sunday, November 14 @ 9:00 AM EST. Click here to register to attend this event and please share widely! About this event In the late 1970s Edward Said wrote that the defining characteristic distinguishing the Palestinian experience from that of […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) – Bethlehem University, in partnership with the Environmental Quality Authority (EQA), held a workshop to conclude the activities of the Sixth National Report on Biodiversity on Monday, 9 November 2021. The workshop also aimed to launch activities to update and prepare the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action […]
The Academic and Career Counseling Office organized a CV writing workshop for third and fourth year students. This workshop is one of a series of workshops that help prepare students for the coming years of their lives.
On Thursday, 4 October 2021, The Students’ Youth Bloc organized a cultural day that contained many cultural activities and corners to support students’ talents.
Under the supervision of The Dean of Students Office, the Afaq student group organized a seminar about depression titled “Take Care of Yourself” on Thursday, 28 October 2021. Doctor Abed Alrahman Khawaja discussed a lot of ways to help students feel better about themselves and answered their questions.
On Sunday, 24 October 2021, the Midwifery students held a workshop at Alrowwad Cultural and Art Society in Aida Refugee Camp for several women from the Camp as part of the activities held during Pink October; the month of awareness and early detection of breast cancer. This workshop is one of Women’s Health Course […]
The Annual Library Liaison meeting took place on 28th October’21 from 11:00 AM -12:00 PM in the Garden Level of the Library – L005. Ms. Elizabeth D’souza, Library Director, welcomed Fr. Iyad Twal and all the representatives of different departments to the meeting. Dr. Irene Hazou expressed her desire to attend but could not make […]
A group of 29 second-grade students along with their teacher, Ms. Nadia Morcos Al Masrieyeh, from the Terra Sancta School for Girls – Sisters of Saint Joseph visited the Bethlehem University Library and George Nasra Turathuna Center on Thursday, 04 November 2021. The excitement on the students’ faces was seen clearly as this was a […]
In cooperation with the Department of Humanities and the Office of the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, the Office of the Dean of Research held a forum titled, “Deir Beit Gamal: Heritage, Community Engagement, and Research,” on Thursday, 4 November 2021, in Furno Hall. The forum aimed to introduce the Bethlehem University community to […]
Link: https://bit.ly/3CQ6VSI From: abouna.org lpj.org : On Friday, October 29, 2021, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, in partnership with the Institute for Community Partnership (ICP) / Bethlehem University, held a meeting at the Latin Patriarchate School in Taybeh to launch the project of “Afaq”, a project that aims to empower christian youth and women in […]
Link: http://asianews.it/news-en/Afaq-entrepreneurship-project-for-West-Bank-women-and-young-Christians-54436.html From: Asia News The Latin Patriarchate is taking action to reduce emigration in the Christian community and better integrate it in Palestinian society in partnership with Bethlehem University and the Institute for Community Partnership (ICP). The project includes career guidance workshops. Bethlehem (AsiaNews) – The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, in partnership with Bethlehem […]
Link: https://cmc-terrasanta.org/ar/media/terra-santa-news/24714/afaq:-a-project-for-entrepreneurship-and-work-in-palestine From: Christian Media Center In an effort to improve the quality of life for young people, the Institute for Community Partnerships at Bethlehem University, in collaboration with the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, launched the “Afaq” project on October 29 in the village of Taybeh, near Ramallah. The goal is to empower Christian youth […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/taybeh-the-latin-patriarchate-launches-afaq-project-in-partnership-with-bethlehem-university.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem Taybeh: The Latin Patriarchate launches “Afaq” project in partnership with Bethlehem University Available in the following languages: Arabic, Español, Français By: Layal Hazboun/ lpj.org – Published: November 04 Thu, 2021 AYBEH – On Friday, October 29, 2021, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, in partnership with the Institute for Community […]
We are delighted to present to you our latest Bethlehem University Magazine (volume 29 issue #1). You will read exciting and inspiring stories in this issue, dedicated to life on campus. Highlights in this issue include: – Campus Back to Life– First Center for Students and Visitors– Bethlehem University Dedicates Newest Building on Campus– Reflections on a […]
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, in partnership with the Institute for Community Partnership (ICP) / Bethlehem University, held a meeting on Friday, 29 October 2021, at the Latin Patriarchate School in Taybeh to launch the project of “Afaq”, a project that aims to empower Christian youth and women in Palestine. The meeting which was hosted […]
We are thrilled to invite you all to our third virtual lecture of the monthly Insaniyyat Talk Series, with anthropologist Sophia Stamatopoulou-Robbins, titled: Waste Siege:The Life of Infrastructure in Palestine Sophia Stamatopoulou-Robbins is Associate Professor and Director of Anthropology Program at Bard College, New York. Her research interests include infrastructure, waste, environment, colonialism, austerity, and platform capitalism. She is […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council held an interactive workshop titled, “Previous unpublished studies: can it be published and where?”, the third in the Research and Creativity colloquia series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 28 October 2021. The workshop was attended by faculty members from Sciences, Education, Nursing and Health […]
This rare book written in English is entitled: “Jerusalem Bethany and Bethlehem” and was published by Thomas Nelson and Sons ltd, London, 1887. The author’s name is, Josias Leslie Porter was an Irish Presbyterian minister, missionary and traveler, who became an academic administrator. It was printed in 1887. He describes that Jerusalem, Bethany, and Bethlehem […]
Four third-year Qubeibeh nursing students conducted a workshop for first-year students entitled “Breast Cancer Awareness” on Monday, 25 October 2021, in cooperation with Professional Lab and two nutritionists. The Professional Lab staff gave a presentation and the students explained and demonstrated how breast examinations are performed. The workshop included electrical measurements for body weight, fluids, […]
On Tuesday, 26th of October 2021, the Bethlehem University Board of Trustees held its first meeting under the revised structure emerging from the Review Project. The focus of the Board’s work will be different from in the past and it was emphasized that the Board’s work has to link in with the Strategic Plan and […]
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Classes were suspended on 8 October 2021 to give employees and students a chance to participate in the funeral of Dr. Said Ayyad. The Dean of Students and members from the Students Senate gave speeches to honour his soul.
The Student Work Front organized a cultural exhibition on Thursday, 14 October 2021, under the supervision of the Dean of Students Office. The exhibition included books, novels, student products, and a traditional food corner.
Physiotherapist students participated in the open day held on Thursday, 21 October 2021, by implementing a physical activity awareness campaign as part of the PHTH 330 course supervised by Ms. Manar Jaber The students’ campaign was divided into 4 groups targeting different physical activities areas including: Physical fitness and flexibility Posture analysis and exercises for […]
On Thursday, 7 October 2021, the Student Senate in cooperation with the Dean of Students Office organized a welcoming event for first-year students. The event included a welcoming speech, a Dabkeh dance performance, and a performance of a popular Palestinian singer.
Bethlehem University first-year occupational therapy students helped Al-Malath clients in Beit Sahour to pick their olives on Saturday, 23 October 2021, to celebrate World Occupational Therapy Day. After finishing the olive harvest, the student therapists and the clients enjoyed breakfast together. World Occupational Therapy Day is dedicated to service and celebrated annually on 27 October.
On Sunday, 17 October 2021, first-year Occupational Therapy students visited Abu Rayya, the national centre for spinal cord injury. The Head of the Department Ms. Rasha Abed gave the students an introduction to the centre’s work. The students then toured the different departments and heard from the Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Occupational Therapy staff. The discussion […]
On Thursday, 14 October 2021, the Dean of Students Office in cooperation with the Psycho-Social Counceling Center for Women organized an awareness day on social violence against women and the services provided to women who are subjected to violence in all its forms. This event is part of a training program that will last for […]
Bethlehem University organized an open day on campus on Thursday, 21 October 2021. The open day aimed to reconnect the students to the University, as students have been away for more than a year and a half following the outbreak of COVID-19 and the move to remote learning. The activities of the day included educational […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council held a colloquium titled, “Inclusive education and teaching methods for school students with learning difficulties,” the second in the Research and Creativity colloquia series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 21 October 2021. Mr. Rizek Sleibi, Lecturer in the Faculty of Education, presented the results of […]
The Catholic Theological Union group from the United States visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday, 20 October 2021. The first visiting pilgrim group after an absence of about a year and a half following the outbreak of COVID-19. Father Donald Senior, Professor of New Testament, Chancellor, President Emeritus at Catholic Theological Union along with Ms. Colleen Kennedy […]
H.E. Mr. Franklin Aquilina, Representative of the Republic of Malta to Palestine, visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 21 October 2021. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray briefed H.E. Mr. Aquilina on the latest development projects carried out by Bethlehem University within its five-year plan, which includes a comprehensive review of all aspects of work at the […]
Link: https://www.facebook.com/RepresentativeOfficeRepublicMaltaRamallahPalestine/ From: Representative Office of the Republic of Malta in Ramallah, Palestine The Representative of Malta in Palestine, Mr Franklin Aquilina, visited Bethlehem University (BU) where he met the Vice-Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray. During this meeting possibilities for cooperation between BU and the University of Malta were discussed. Following a tour of the BU […]
WATERMEDYIN WEBINAR PROGRAMME (Event # 8) The Regional WaterMedyin Project in collaboration with the ????????????? ?????????? ??????????? MIP is launching a series of webinars targeting the Innovation Support Organizations (ISOs) in the Mediterranean Area. We are pleased to invite you to attend the eighth event webinar scheduled on Thursday 21 October 2021 at 16:30 (Italian time), At 17:30-19:00 (Palestinian time). SPEAKER: Damiano Petruzzella, Senior Officer CIHEAM Bari (with […]
The Mahathir Science Award Foundation (MSAF) and the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) will be hosting the International Conference on Tropical Sciences: Contributions to Sustainability (TropSc) from 25 to 27 October 2021. The conference will have 16 curated panel discussions under policy-relevant themes that include Green Energy in the Tropics, Climate Change in the […]
Obstacles to Inclusion and Equitable Quality Education: Insights from Applying Machine Learning Approaches to the PISA 2018 Reading Proficiency Data Tuesday, October 26 from 8:00-10:00pm Eastern (Wednesday, October 27, 2021 from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Philippine Standard Time) In this lecture, faculty members and researchers Alan Bernardo, professor of counseling and educational psychology, Rochelle […]
Someone once said that nature is a powerful teacher. If only people realized how rich these words are. Here, at Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability-Bethlehem University, we believe that we need to nurture more love of nature in our children- which leads to a more sustainable future. In January 2021, we started a new […]
On Thursday, 14 October 2021, Mr. Anan Ghabbash, Instructor in the Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, gave a voluntary lecture to a group of mothers who have children with autism from the Autism Superhero – Palestine organization. The lecture, which was the role of Occupational Therapy in sensory input for children with autism, was […]
How do politics and faith come together? When forty-seven religious sisters gathered at Trinity College in 1971 to begin a new kind of lobby advocating for social justice, they turned toward Catholic Social Teaching for their spiritual foundation. You are invited to join the Community Conversation via ZOOM on Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:00pm […]
The Physical and Occupational Therapy Department faculty members and students met on Thursday, 14 October 2021, to share experiences of the program and enjoy the traditional Palestinian breakfast in the campus garden. This event aimed at giving the students an opportunity to know each other and to enjoy the student experience at Bethlehem University.
Bethlehem University marked the beginning of the new academic year 2021-2022 with its traditional Mass of the Holy Spirit. This year’s liturgy took place on Thursday, 14 October 2021, at the University’s Chapel of the Divine Child. The main celebrant of the mass was His Beatitude Archbishop Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, together […]
In a step aimed to enhance the enrollment of first-year students and help them adapt and engage into university education, especially under the global crisis of the Coronavirus which led- shadow overall life aspects; a group of second-year nursing students volunteered to meet with first-year students in an open Q & A discussion and how […]
The Bethlehem University community is mourning the death of Dr. Said Ayyad, Chairperson of the Arabic Department, who passed away on Friday, 8 October 2021, at the age of 61. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray said “Dr. Said Ayyad was greatly appreciated by all at the University and he will be remembered for his graciousness […]
The Forum on International Physics at the American Physical Society hosts Prof. Ghaleb Natour by October 28, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. EDT (4:00 p.m. CET) On a webinar, titled Building Capacity for Palestine Research and Innovation Prof. Dr. Ghaleb Natour will discuss the Palestinian-German Science Bridge (PGSB) as a vector to build capacity for Palestine Research and Innovation. […]
Dr. Muna Matar, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research, participated in a virtual workshop on University Rankings in Palestine that was organized by the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission (AQAC) / Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research on Saturday, 3 October 2021. The workshop’s objective was to […]
Link: https://www.ncregister.com/news/bethlehem-university-inaugurates-new-nursing-facility From: National Catholic Register Michele Chabin World October 7, 2021 The state-of-the-art complex, named in honor of Cardinal John Foley, was dedicated last month and will open in the coming weeks. BETHLEHEM, West Bank — For a year-and-a-half, the students at Bethlehem University, the only Catholic University in the Holy Land, studied remotely […]
The Italian Consulate General – Jerusalem, organized an exhibition titled: Journey through the Italian Language on the occasion of the week of Italian Language. The exhibition was hosted by Bethlehem University, on the first floor of De La Salle Hall on Friday 1 October 2021. After the official opening of the exhibition, there was a […]
The Regional WaterMedyin Project in collaboration with the ????????????? ?????????? ??????????? MIP is launching a series of webinars targeting the Innovation Support Organizations (ISOs) in the Mediterranean Area. We are pleased to invite you (invitation attached) to attend the sixth event webinar scheduled on Thursday 07 October 2021 at 16:30 (Italian time), at 17:30-19:00 (Palestinian time). SPEAKER: Anna Thomlinson, Independent expert ISOs AND YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP […]
The Office of the Dean of Research (DOR) held a colloquium titled, “From a Master’s Degree to a Ph.D.: The Journey and the Promise”, the first of the Bethlehem University Research Group series for the 2021-2022 academic year, on Thursday, 30 September 2021. The DOR hosted Dr. Rawan Gideon, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science, and […]
The Dean of Students Office, represented by Mrs. Enass Elias, participated in a specialized workshop on counseling activities for high school students which was organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Ministry of Education on Wednesday, 29 September 2021. The workshop aimed to discuss the different strategies used to introduce […]
The Dean of Students Office organized a workshop on the basics of debate and its importance in our everyday life on Thursday, 30 September 2021. A number of students attended the workshop which was offered and implemented by the ActionAid Organization.
On Wednesday, 29 September 2021, the Dean of Students Office and the Tarek Ahmed Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Science in cooperation with the ANRWA, organized a day for the students to get the second shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. The UNRWA crew gave the first shot of the Moderna vaccine to 43 students […]
Four Bethlehem University students were chosen by the Dean of Students Office to participate in a Scientific Research Competition which ran over the past six months. The closing ceremony of the competition, which was organized by the Reform Organization, was held in Ramallah on Monday, 27 September 2021. The students submitted two research papers about […]
Inaugural Conference of the Catholic University Consortium 3-5 March, 2022 The University of Notre Dame Rome Global Gateway CALL FOR PROPOSALS The Catholic University Consortium invites proposals for presentation at its inaugural conference to take place 3-5 March in Rome. This conference will launch the CUC’s two-year intensive research focus on environmental justice and efforts […]
On Tuesday, 21 September 2021, Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University, met President Mahmoud Abbas at the presidential headquarters within the delegation of Palestinian university presidents, and in the presence of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Mahmoud Abu Mowais. President Mahmoud Abbas said it is important to […]
Bethlehem University, represented by Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, the Executive Vice President, was chosen to be a member of the Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research in Palestine which was formed to serve in the current two-year term based on a presidential decree issued on 18 August 2021 and the recommendation of the Council […]
Date: Thursday, September 23rd, 2021Time: From 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. (Cairo Local Time)Location: Virtual event conducted in English via MS Teams
Agrobiodiversity Innovation Challenge launches a call for innovative solutions in the agri-food tech space, Innovators who aim to mainstream agrobiodiversity into the agri-food sector are welcome to submit applications to the Agrobiodiversity Innovation Challenge call. The Challenge seeks to support innovators who are working on new products, services, and best practices that utilize agrobiodiversity to […]
The “Arab Science Cooperation to Achieve the UN SDGs” is taking place on 23 September 2021 from 10:00 am to 13:00 pm CEST (UTC+2). This session is organized during the Science Summit of the 76th United Nations General Assembly during 14-30 September 2021. You can find more information about this session in the attached concept document and also on […]
The International Federation of Catholic Universities today brings together nearly 250 universities worldwide. Created in very diverse conditions, with a variety of religious sensibilities, our universities also evolve in extremely different contexts. One of the constants of their work, however, is always to question their Catholic identity, which is a matter of constituted traditions as […]
Applications are open now for the 2022 – 2024 CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program. This program supports early career researchers around the world to expand their networks, collaborate across disciplines, and explore cutting-edge ideas with unrestricted research support. New members are recruited annually, for a two-year term in a CIFAR research program, a global, interdisciplinary network […]
Link: https://www.cmc-terrasanta.org/en/media/terra-santa-news/24084/inauguration-of-the-faculty-of-nursing-and-health-sciences-at-bethlehem-university From: Christian Media Center Bethlehem University inaugurated on 6 September the building named after Cardinal John Patrick Foley, which will house the “Tarek Ahmed Juffali” Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. The ceremony was attended by the Palestinian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, H.E. Dr. Mahmoud Abu Mowais, representing Prime Minister […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/bethlehem-university-dedicates-newest-building-campus From: Abouna.org Published on Thursday, 9 September 2021 “Bethlehem University provides the environment for peace and understanding through the common ground of education – supporting the aspirations, hopes, and goals of students. Let us remember that education is not limited to stone structures or within walls. Education is all around us in everything […]
The Dean of Students Office and the Tarek Ahmed Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Science organized a day for the students to get vaccinated against Covid-19 on campus in cooperation with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). The first dose of the vaccine was given to 381 students on Wednesday, 18 August […]
Bethlehem University dedicated its new building, the John Patrick Cardinal Foley Hall, in a ceremony held on Monday, 6 September 2021. This new facility was named in honor of His Eminence John Patrick Cardinal Foley, the late Grand Master of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre, who was a great friend of Bethlehem University. […]
Bethlehem University signed an agreement with the Pontifical Mission on 24 August 2021 to supply electricity generated by solar panels, funded by the German Misereor Foundation. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray said “What the Pontifical Mission is doing with this project is helping us significantly to sustain our budget, and for this, we are incredibly […]
Three Bethlehem University students, chosen by the Dean of Students Office, participated in a debate training camp which was organized by the Filastiniyat organization. The students learned the art of debate and were offered the chance to practice against other teams. The camp was held in Ramallah for three days.
On Friday, 3 September 2021, Bethlehem University faculty and staff members assembled at the University’s Auditorium to greet one another, catch up on the latest university news, and meet new members. Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, presided over the meeting, welcomed everyone back on campus, and made University announcements. Brother Peter Iorlano, […]
To train catechists and fight unemployment among Palestinian youth Link: https://bit.ly/2YLiWKP From: Agenzia Fides Bethlehem (Agenzia Fides) – In the Holy Land, the pandemic crisis, among the side effects caused by Covid-19, has also resulted in a sharp rise in unemployment rates that have particularly affected young Palestinians. Faced with this emergency, the Latin Patriarchate […]
The Palestinian Society for Biological Science (PSBS) in coordination and collaboration with the Palestine Academy for Science and Technology (PALAST) are pleased to invite you attending its first annual conference entitled: The annual conference of the Palestinian Society for Biological Sciences (ACPSBS): “Integrative Biology: diversity for sustainable life and bio-economy”, that will be held from 4-5 September 2021 using ZOOM virtual […]
Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/latin-patriarchate-and-bethlehem-university-sign-agreements-aimed-at-youth-and-catechists-in-christian-schools.html By: Christian Media Center – Published: September 02 Thu, 2021 Latin Patriarchate and Bethlehem University sign agreements aimed at youth and catechists in Christian Schools Available in the following languages: Arabic, Français BETHLEHEM – The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem and Bethlehem University have signed two agreements. The first one involves the implementation of […]
to guard the “common home” and concentrate resources in educational activities Link: https://bit.ly/3lynAVI From: Agenzia Fides Thursday, 2 September 2021 Jerusalem (Agenzia Fides) – While the “Time of Creation” opens again this year, a period of the year in which Christians of different confessions around the world are invited to pray and work together for […]
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki – AUTh and IEREK – International Experts for Research Enrichment and Knowledge Exchange proudly invite you to the First Edition of the International Conference on SILK ROAD SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AND CULTURAL HERITAGE (SRSTDCH)[1] that will be held online, on the 22nd to 24th of November 2021. The Conference is the result of a collaboration between IEREK and AUTh, falling […]
We are delighted to invite you to attend and participate in the 7th International Conference on the theme “Reshaping the Landscape of Media During Crisis Situations” organized by the Department of Journalism and Mass communication, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies (MAIMS) under the aegis of IQAC and in association with MACS. This one-day International […]
Link: https://bit.ly/3BW3avt From: Christian Media Center Bethlehem University is a strategic partner of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, in terms of training and university education in general, being the only Catholic university in the Holy Land. On 27 August, two agreements were signed between them to follow this path. SAMI AL-YOUSSEF General Bursar of the […]
Mr. Adnan Ramadan, Dean of Students, and Ms. Mai Jaber, Assistant to Dean, visited the Global Platform Palestine to present them with an honorary recognition plaque on Tuesday, 31 August 2021. Mr. Ramadan thanked the staff of the Global Platform Palestine for their cooperation and continued help in training students who participate in the Dean […]
Link: https://thisweekinpalestine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SI-Aug-2021-280-5.pdf From: This Week in Palestine Special Issue August 2021 By Luigi Bisceglia In Palestine there is fertile ground for developing a new business model defined as social business, an enterprise that creates income for the poor or provides them with essential products and services. Developing the concept of social business began in Palestine […]
In Palestine, cultural production is currently undergoing two crises. The first crisis is the result of the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic and the closure of public spaces, the restrictions imposed on visual performances, the shutting down of cultural institutions, and the accompanying decline in financial support for such activities. The second crisis is political […]
Eni Award 2022 Official Announcements Please see the below link: https://www.eni.com/en-IT/scientific-research/eni-award.html
Please see below the links to the posters announcing the following research training events :5th International School on Deep Learning (DeepLearn 2022 Winter), Bournemouth, UK, January 17-21, 20226th International School on Deep Learning (DeepLearn 2022 Spring), Guimarães, Portugal, April 18-22, 2022
Link: https://thisweekinpalestine.com/Vocational-training-to-Support-Start-Ups/ From: This Week in Palestine Date: 30/8/2021 By Francesca Costero, Claudio Daniele, Salvatore Guida In the framework of the New Urban Resources (NUR) Project, vocational training was prioritized to help build the vocational skills of Palestinian youth. Developing vocational skills was entrusted to EnAIP Piemonte, a nonprofit association that operates nationally and internationally […]
Fadi Kattan Link:https://thisweekinpalestine.com/personalities-of-the-month-2/ From: This Week in Palestine Special Issue August 2021 Dr. Fadi Kattan holds a PhD in accounting from the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom. He started his accounting career as a student at Bethlehem University where he earned his first degree in the profession. In addition to the academic qualification, […]
Link: https://thisweekinpalestine.com/spotlight-on-bethlehem-turin-cooperation/ From: This Week in Palestine By Maria Bottiglieri There are many time-honored bridges that unite the city of Turin and the municipality of Bethlehem. The two cities first began to work together in 2014, thanks to the Italian-Palestinian cooperation program PMSP (Palestinian Municipalities Support Program), which sets out to strengthen the technical, administrative, […]
Bethlehem University signed two Memorandums of Understanding with the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem on campus on Friday, 27 August 2021. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and the Chief Executive Officer of the Latin Patriarchate in Jerusalem Mr. Sami AlYoussef signed both agreements. The first agreement is titled “Education Formation for Religious School Teachers in Ramallah […]
Link: https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20210824-palestine-travellers-are-flying-the-flag-for-their-country/ From: Middle East Monitor August 24, 2021 at 11:46 am | Published in: Africa, Asia & Americas, Europe & Russia, Interviews, Middle East, Nepal, Palestine, Russia, Tanzania, Turkey Last week, the founder of Palestine Travellers, Ramzi Abbasi, posted a video on Instagram showing the moment when he and his friends held the flag […]
The Dean of Students Office organized two orientation days for first-year students at the beginning of the new academic year 2021-2022 on Monday and Tuesday, 23-24 August 2021. The students were introduced to the members of the Dean of Students Office and the activities they offer. They were also briefed about the different offices and […]
H.E. Mr. Benjamin C. P. Hong, Counselor and Acting Chief of Mission, Mr. Louis Meng-hsueh Chiang, Third Secretary, and Ms. Hannah Wen-Chuan Liao, Third Secretary, visited Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 10 August 2021. Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, Vice President for Advancement Brother Belayneh Medhanit, and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed […]
Bethlehem University welcomed H.E. Mr. Jozef Hudec, Head of the Slovak Representative Office, and H. E. Mr. George Jabra, Slovakian Honorary Consul in Bethlehem on Tuesday, 10 August 2021. Executive Vice President Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, Vice President for Advancement Brother Belayneh Medhanit, and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed the delegation. Rev. Dr. […]
Invitation to a two-day conferenceon the topic of:The Jerusalem Uprising: Implications and Consequences August 23-24, 2021via Zoom application About the ConferenceThe recent uprising in Jerusalem and Shaykh Jarrah was distinguished from previous such events by the wide scope of popular participation and the blow that was dealt to the Israeli military doctrine of preemption. Above […]
H.E. Mr. Si-Jin Song, the Representative of the Republic of Korea to Palestine, along with Ms. Julie Hashweh, from the Representative Office, visited Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 3 August 2021. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, Vice President for Advancement Brother Belayneh Medhanit, and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed Mr. Song, on his first […]
Bethlehem University signs cross-border agreement with four other universities on sustainable tourism Bethlehem University, represented by the Vice-Chancellor Br. Peter Bray, signed a cross-border agreement with four other universities in three Mediterranean countries to cooperate to create strong communities and to design people-centered tourist experiences, within the EU-funded CROSSDEV project. In addition to the Institute […]
On Friday, 30 July 2021, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to the State of Palestine, H.E. Mr. Bertas Venckaitis with his wife, Ina, on their first visit to Bethlehem University since assuming office. Brother Peter briefed the Ambassador about Bethlehem […]
Link: https://www.presspubs.com/obituaries/john-e-jack-steger/article_62883058-ee60-11eb-b400-c7516633a68d.html From: Press Closed out an active, rewarding life when he passed peacefully in his sleep on July 14th at age 95 in the White Bear Lake home he shared with his wife and loving caregiver, Nan. Jack’s career in life insurance and related financial services spanned more than sixty years. Born in St. […]
The Bethlehem University community is mourning the death of a longtime friend and supporter Monsignor Conor Ward who passed away peacefully on Sunday, 18 July 2021, in Dublin. Prof. Msgr. Conor Ward was a founding member of the Friends of Bethlehem University in Ireland and served as its honorary treasurer for many years. Msgr. Ward […]
تدعوكم كلية علوم الاتصال واللغات – جامعة غزة لحضور والمشاركة في فعاليات المؤتمر العلمي الدولي المحكم بعنوان “الإعلام والقضية الفلسطينية – الواقع والمأمول” الذي سيعقد وجاهيًا يومي (2-3) أغسطس 2021م في تمام الساعة 9:00 صباحًا اليوم الأول: ستكون الجلسة الافتتاحية والجلسات العليمة في صالة أورجنزا Organza “ القاعة الرئيسية” بجوار الشاليهات مباشرة في مدينة غزة اليوم الثاني: ستكون الجلسات العليمة والجلسة الختامية […]
The seventh lecture in the monthly series of webinars on Sustainable Development sponsored by De La Salle University in Manila (Lead University in the IALU Sustainability Development Network) in cooperation with the IALU, will be on Wednesday, July 28, at 8 AM Manila Philippines time. The title of the presentation is “START to Accelerate Achievement […]
The Editorial Board of the Bethlehem University Journal (BUJ) is pleased to invite you to read, download, and widely share the new volume which was published on the international research platform JSTOR. This volume marks the transition of BUJ into an Open Access journal making it possible for students and researchers to have free, […]
Bethlehem University community is sad to learn of the death of longtime supporter and generous donor Mr. John E. Steger, CLU, KGCHS, AFSC, who passed away on Wednesday 14 July at age 95. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray commented on Mr. Steger’s death by saying “John will be missed, but his legacy of service and generosity […]
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre keys Custodian and the Holy Grave Seal Holder, Mr. Adeeb Jawad Joudeh al-Husseini, along with Al-Mahed (Nativity) TV Station Founder and Director, Mr. Samir Qumsieh, visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday, 14 July 2021. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed them on campus and briefed them on the mission of Bethlehem […]
Link: https://en.abouna.org/content/feel-proud-you-are-graduate-bethlehem-university From: abouna.org Published on Wednesday, 14 July 2021 Bethlehem University is worthy to be extended all kinds of help and support for the role it plays, particularly at the current critical time the Middle East region is going through, as it sets the bases for a bright future for the local population. By […]
Link: https://www.lasalle.org/en/blog-experiences-of-palestine-colombia-mexico/ From: La Salle By: Orjowan Khalil, Safaa Abutair, Jameela Hamamrah & Br. Alejandro González Cerna FSC International Online Teaching Experiences from Bethlehem University Students serving and learning from other Lasallians As a result of the Corona pandemic and its consequences that lead to the closing of schools and universities to face-to-face learning; Bethlehem […]
The Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism organized an educational hiking trip in June for third and fourth-year students. The trip was organized in cooperation with Palestine hiking trails and funded by the Institute’s Italian partners The International Committee for the Development of Peoples (Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli – CISP). The educational […]
The Department of Software Engineering at Bethlehem University held an honoring event on Friday, 9 July 2021, to honor the best graduation project for the class of 2021. Dean of the Faculty of Science, Dr. Michel Hanania, Department of Software Engineering Chairperson, Dr. Suhail Odeh, Department’s faculty members, and students attended the event. Dr. Hanania […]
Bethlehem University held the 45th graduation ceremonies on Tuesday, 29 June 2021, and Thursday, 1 July 2021, conferring the degrees on 746 graduates from the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Education, Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism, the Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration, the Faculty of Science, and the Tarek Juffali Faculty of […]
One year has passed since the first Covid-19 case was discovered in Bethlehem. Ever since, Bethlehem University has developed ways to deal with virtual education. New methods of teaching were incorporated to cope with post-Covid-19 pandemic higher education. As students need some semblance of normalcy, Bethlehem University faculty members adopted new online teaching methods that […]
Call for proposals: Incentive Grants for Young Researchers from Low- and Middle-Income Countries – Implementation Research to Scale-up National NCD Responses for Achieving SDG 3.4
The Institute of Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University organized an opening ceremony for the recently established Biodiversity Center on Monday, 21 June 2021, within the Unity and Diversity in Nature and Society project funded by the European Union. Project Manager, Linda Majaj, welcomed the guests and gave introductory remarks. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray […]
Link: http://www.defenddemocracy.press/opening-of-the-biodiversity-center-future-conversations-at-bethlehem/ From: Defend Democracy Press We had a grand opening of the Biodiversity Center at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University this morning. Linda Majaj, Project manager MC’d the event and gave introductory remarks. We heard from Joris Heeren, the EU representative as well as from Brother Peter Bray (Vice-Chancellor […]
The Michigan State University Muslim Studies Program seeks abstracts for its fifteenth annual conference (Feb. 24-25, 2022; submission deadline: Aug. 31, 2021). The title of the conference is “‘Belong Nowhere’: Muslim Studies Program 15th Annual Conference Michigan State University, International Center, East Lansing, MI, USA February 24-25, 2022 “Belong Nowhere”: States of Statelessness in the Muslim World Michigan State University is […]
The Religious Studies Department celebrated on Friday, 11 June 2021, the graduation of 11 of its students through celebrating Mass to ask God’s grace and the Holy Spirit to guide the graduates and inspire them. Every graduate received a blessing document from his Beatitude M. Pierepatista Pitsaballa the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem. This year’s Mandate […]
Link: https://nzcatholic.org.nz/2021/06/16/nz-brother-says-revamped-curriculum-helps-palestinian-community/ From: NZ Catholic June 16, 2021 BETHLEHEM, West Bank (CNS) – Graduating in July as part of Bethlehem University’s first software engineering class, students Marianna Bannoura, Oriana Sabat, and Mariam Qumsieh already have a market-ready app under their belts. They hope to be part of a growing trend that sees technology helping the […]
Software engineering students Marial Basil, 20, and Marian Abedrabbo, 20, talk with Suhail Odeh, head of the software engineering department at Bethlehem University in the West Bank June 9, 2021. (CNS photo/Debbie Hill) Link: https://www.ucanews.com/news/technology-eyed-to-help-bethlehems-economy-beat-pandemic/92880# From: Catholic News Service By: Judith Sudilovsky Date: June 15, 2021 BETHLEHEM, West Bank (CNS) — Graduating in July as part of […]
Bethlehem University organized a campaign to vaccinate students from various faculties the single-dose Sputnik Light COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, 15 June 2021, in the Auditorium. The Dean of Students Office organized the campaign in order to prepare for and create the best environment for the fall semester. This was made possible through the cooperation between […]
Assistant to the Dean of Students Bethlehem University is seeking a very well experienced and highly qualified candidate to serve as the Assistant to the Dean of Students. Under the general supervision of the Dean, the Assistant to the Dean of Students, collaborates with other members of the Student Affairs Office. He/She is actively involved […]
“Pessoptimism: Anthropologies of Palestinian Hope and Uncertainty”Keywords: temporalities, futures, methodologies, decolonization, imagination, Palestine Location: Beit Jala, Palestine*NEW Conference Date: 6-8 January 2022*Abstract Submission Deadline: July 1, 2021One of the many phenomena highlighted by the 2020 COVID pandemic is the centrality played by the category of hope in times of uncertainty and crisis. Logics of hope could be […]
In the framework of its II Global Symposium, to be held on 28th and 29th October of 2021, the UNISERVITATE Program announces the Call for Papers under the theme “Service-Learning, Integral Education and Transformative Spirituality”. The submission of papers will consider the following subjects: Service-learning as a path of spirituality. Service-learning as a contribution to whole person education: hands, head, […]
The Centre for Distance Education (CDE) is pleased to announce that following a tumultuous year since our last Research in Distance Education, (RIDE), conference gathering in 2020, we are preparing to deliver an online conference to a global audience, uniquely delivered over three focused half days of interactive sessions on the 16th, 17th and 18th June 2021. The […]
The Institut français du Proche-Orient (Ifpo) and the Institut français de Jordanie (IFJ) are pleased to invite you to a Online lecture by Pierre-Louis GATIER (Maison de l’Orient et de la Méditerranée) Philadelphia-Amman: The Hellenistic, Roman & Byzantine City June, the 15th ( 4:30-5:30 PM in Amman, 3:30-4:30 PM CET) Free access on registration via this link: https://zoom.us/j/98779350531 Abstract The ancient […]
Letters and photographs of an archaeologist in the Levant and MediterraneanThursday 17 June, 16.00 BSTJack Green with Ros Henry Chaired by Carol Palmer (CBRL) and Felicity Cobbing (PEF). Discussant Amara Thornton (UCL) Register This lecture, in partnership with CBRL, PEF and UCL Press, provides an opportunity to summarize, share insights, and discuss the recently published […]
Over the past few weeks, Palestinian activists have taken to the streets and social media to protest Israeli attacks on Palestinians both online and offline. During this time, a campaign of censorship from the Israeli government on social media platforms has been implemented, with hundreds of posts and accounts being taken down without clear explanations [...]
We are very glad to inform you that “DHS Foundation”, New Delhi is organizing 2nd Global Conference on “Multidisciplinary Research & Innovation and Perficio Awards-2021” on dated 24th&25th July 2021 for noble cause the welfare motive behind such our trifles endeavors. We understand better to inform & give an opportunity to you and your colleagues to contribute research papers to the Conference and […]
We would like to inform that we are launching the new Canada Feminist Fund for the year 2021-2022.For 2021-2022, the Canada Feminist Fund (CFF) will focus on supporting projects which seek to foster gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls through working with civil society and local partners in the Palestinian territories (West Bank, […]
The Lasallian Education Mission: Challenges, Convictions, and Hopes Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Oct. 1-3, 2021 Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is looking forward to hosting the 9th annual International Symposium on Lasallian Research on its Twin Cities Campus. Given the fact that it was necessary to cancel the Symposium last year, there is a […]
Following are the numbers of the applicants who were admitted to the Teacher’s Diploma program for the academic year 2021-2022. You are invited to come to the university on 11 June 2021 at 10:00 AM at the Furno Hall to obtain needed information about the program and the payment procedures. Payments can be made starting […]
ACIT’2021 The International Arab Conference on Information Technology Sultan Qaboos University Sultanate of Oman 21-23 December 2021 Submission Link – http://acit2k.org/openconf/openconf.php ============================================================ We’d like to invite you to submit your papers for ACIT‘ 2021 to be held in Sultan Qaboos University, Oman from 21-23 December 20212020. The conference will be online with live connections for all delegates from around the world. […]
Margaret Sa’d Endowed Scholarship “I live with my parents and two sisters in Beit Sahour. I have a twin sister who studies Software Engineering at Bethlehem University. My father used to work in an olive wood factory. He lost his job shortly after the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. My family has been struggling financially […]
Bethlehem University is proud to announce the new Master’s program in Governance and Administration in the Public Sector (MGAPS) which have been accredited by the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission in the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Dean of the Faculty Dr. Fadi Kattan said this program is “the first of its […]
The inventory process is very essential in the Library to make sure that all the books are in the right place and to make it easier for the users to locate the books. The Digital Library Assistant machine helps to detect mistakes such as the wrong location of books, broken tags, books not in the […]
Dr. Georg Gahn Junior and Senior Scholarship “When I finished high school, I wanted to study a medical major that allows me to work with women and newborn babies. I also enjoy witnessing the first moments of life at birth. So far, I know that I chose the right major for my personality and my […]
Bethlehem University welcomes news from the Vatican on Pope Francis’ appointment of Archbishop Adolfo Tito Yllana as Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine. The Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine is Pope Francis’ personal representative to the people of Palestine. It is in this role that Archbishop Yllana serves as Chancellor of Bethlehem University. He […]
The Arab Education Forum and the Institute for Palestine Studies Supported by the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung (Regional Office Palestine & Jordan) are honored to invite you to: “The First Intifada (2): Radicalizing the University” (part of Radical Fridays: A series of webinars on Radical Education in Palestine: Histories and Experiments) Friday 11th of June 2021 @ […]
Bethlehem University library has a book that features Palestine. This rare book written in English is entitled: “Among the Holy places, A Pilgrimage through Palestine” and was published by T. Fisher Unwin (first edition January 1, 1891; 386 pages). A very interesting historical volume with fascinating photographs and illustrations. The author, REV. James Kean, M.A., […]
Heidi Hannouneh / Khair is an artist and fashion designer from Beit Sahour, where she grew up and was inspired by her father to become a fashion designer. She digs into the precious treasures of Palestine, works to highlight them and sweep away the dust of history from them, and present them in a youthful, […]
We are delighted to launch the 2021 Fund Challenge! The Fund Challenge is a competition for undergraduate economics students sponsored as a joint initiative by the African Department (AFR), Asia and Pacific Department (APD), Institute for Capacity Development (ICD), Middle East and Central Asia Department (MCD), and Office of Innovation and Change (OIC). Finalists will […]
International Award and conference 2021 Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to in the field of research, academics or in social development of the society? DHS Foundation honors those who have given noteworthy service and made eminent contributions to the profession by awarding those Universal Perficio Awards. Bestowed annually by the […]
Smart Cities – Post-pandemic vision and challengesSeptember 7-10, 2021 (Virtual Conference) CALL FOR PAPERS – Extended deadline! The Organizing Committee of the 7th IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2 2021) is glad to announce that it is currently accepting submissions to the seven Technical Tracks. Please read carefully the information below. IEEE ISC2 is the flagship conference sponsored by the IEEE Smart […]
The First Cohort of the Software Engineering students, a total of 25 students who will graduate in Spring 2021, from the Faculty of Science at Bethlehem University presented their graduation projects on Tuesday, 25 May 2021, in the Auditorium. The event was held under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Ishaq Sider, Palestinian Minister of […]
Ariane SlingerTrustee of The Caritas Pro Vitae Gradu Charitable Trust Bethlehem University is delighted to thank the Caritas Pro Vitae Gradu Charitable Trust for its generous support of our Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences and its new home, the John Patrick Cardinal Foley Hall. The Caritas Pro Vitae Gradu Trust’s grant underwrites […]
On Thursday, 20 May 2021, Vice President for Advancement Brother Belayneh Medhanit, FSC and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed a delegation from the Ksi Christian Fellowship organization, Haifa on campus. The delegation, which included Ms. Layla Oh and Mr. Hyuk J. Lee, donated 1400 face masks to Bethlehem University faculty members and staff.
Link: https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20210520-memo-in-conversation-with-prof-mazin-qumsiyeh/ From: MEMO Middle East Monitor Qumsiyeh has published well over 150 scientific papers on topics ranging from cultural heritage to biodiversity in addition to several books.May 20, 2021 at 1:22 pm | Published in: Israel, MEMO in Conversation With, Middle East, Palestine, Videos & Photo Stories Watch our conversation with Professor Mazin Qumsiyeh […]
Link: https://www.scotsman.com/news/politics/it-is-misery-here-palestinian-nurses-tell-of-fear-in-israeli-hospitals-and-say-glasgow-was-safest-place-they-have-been-3241849 From: The Scotsman Two Palestinian nurses, who visited Scotland last year to study palliative care for terminal cancer patients, have told of their daily fear of being killed in the street on their way to work in Israeli hospitals. By Gina Davidson Wednesday, 19th May 2021, 4:55 am Updated Wednesday, 19th May 2021, […]
Bethlehem University organized a sit-in on campus to protest the Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people on Monday, 17 May 2021. After playing the national anthem, the Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray said, “Our resistance here at Bethlehem University is most obvious in the way in which we carry out our mission to educate the […]
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is seeking nominations for the AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy. The award recognizes an individual or a limited number of individuals working together in the scientific and engineering or foreign affairs communities who are making an outstanding contribution to furthering science diplomacy. […]
La Salle Sustainability Lecture Series “Yellow Boat of Hope” A Social Innovation Story Lecture to be given by Jay Michael Jaboneta on May 26, 2021 Wednesday 8:00 – 9:00 AM Philippine Standard Time For almost 10 years, the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation has been providing innovative solutions in education to different communities around the Philippines. Learn how […]
The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) are putting a call out for researchers to develop background papers for the upcoming fifth International Conference on Learning Cities (ICLC5). Specific information and details can be found in the research proposal.
On Thursday, 6 May 2021, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Director of Advancement Ms. Dalia Qumsieh welcomed the Ambassador of Chile to the State of Palestine, H.E. Mr. Christian Hodges-Nugent, and his Deputy, Mr. Ricardo Cardenas, on their first visit to Bethlehem University since assuming office in April 2021. Brother Peter briefed the Ambassador […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Palestinian Theater on Thursday, 06 May 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Hala Nassar, Associate Professor of Education, discussed her research project titled, “Palestinian Theatre: Between Origins and Visions.” […]
University Secretary Bethlehem University in the Holy Land, is seeking a very well-experienced and highly qualified candidate to serve as The University Secretary. The University Secretary is responsible for the effective governance of the University and for its professional services, by managing and supporting the operations of the governance and the executive management bodies of Bethlehem University. The University Secretary […]
Bethlehem University is mourning the passing of our very generous donor Elizabeth Moley, a philanthropist who was born in England. She fell in love with the Holy Land and visited often; one of her favorite places was Bethlehem University. Over the years, she helped to support the University through the Moley Family Foundation. She continued […]
The Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration at Bethlehem University is pleased to announce the call for applications to the seventeenth cohort of MICAD – Master in International Cooperation and Development. Interested people have to fill the online application from April 29 to July 30, 2021. Late applications will not be considered. Information about […]
The required steps to complete registration for MICAD Program are as follows: Step 1: The MICAD Application Packet will be available either at MICAD office at Bethlehem University or online by accessing the following link: http://admission.bethlehem.edu/admissioncard/ The application fee is 500 NIS that can be paid in one of the following two methods: If the […]
I present to you the spring issue of Bethlehem University magazine (BUN) which is published biannually by the Advancement Office. This issue is published digitally only. In this issue, you will find interesting stories on: – Faculty Members Reflect on New Methods of Teaching– Promoting Governance and Citizenship in Palestine– Palestinian Environment: Threats and Opportunities– […]
Since 2020 has been a difficult year for everybody, the Palestine Institute of Biodiversity and Sustainability (PBIS) started an educational series for children titled “New Year, New Fun” which aims to relieve some of the pandemic stress and connect children with nature. The year began with a “Find it, Stick it” scavenger hunt on 15 […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on promoting research in the humanities and social sciences on Thursday, 22 April 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Sarah Irving, a Research Fellow in the Department of English, History and Creative Writing at Edge Hill University […]
Research Grants Announcement The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University (PIBS- BU), The Galilee Society (GS), and The Palestinian Center for Rapprochement Between People (PCR) announce the availability of research grants in areas of biodiversity and human and diversity. Funded, by the European Union Peacebuilding Initiative, the “Unity and Diversity in Nature […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Postcolonial Zionist Literature on Thursday, 15 April 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Ziyad Banishamsa, Assistant Professor in the Arabic Department, and Ms. Nadia Banishamsa, a researcher at […]
The 16th Call for project proposals in scientific research is now open. The application deadline in 2021 is June 14, 2021 . For more information, please see this link. There will be an information session online on 26 April 2021, 11:00 am Via Teams platform: https://bit.ly/3gkUh6D You can register for this event on the Palast website : http://palast.ps/en/events/information-day-al-maqdisi-programme-16th-call-project-proposals-scientific-research-2021 […]
Ten Bethlehem University students are participating in a project called “From Generation To Generation” through the Holy Land Trust organization in cooperation with the Dean of Students Office. The project, which will last for eight months, aims to highlight the role of women in making history from a feminine point of view. Through a photo […]
Four Bethlehem University students are participating in a research competition held by Reform organization through the “Without Restrictions” project. The organization held three training days to help students in developing their research ideas. The project aims to enable university students to use scientific research tools in the development of their societies. It also helps to […]
The Dean of Students Office organized a virtual meeting for the students with staff of the Information Technology Services (ITS) Office on Thursday, 08 April 2021, which was live streamed over YouTube. The meeting aimed to assist students in dealing with various problems, challenges, and issues related to the use of technology while studying […]
Four Bethlehem University students and a staff from the Dean of Students Office participated in a workshop entitled “Together towards promoting the values of democracy, human rights, and gender” that was held in Jericho on Tuesday and Wednesday, 6 and 7 April 2021. The workshop discussed important issues including Palestinian student’s life, the role of […]
The 2021 call for nominations for UNESCO-Japan Prize on ESD is open until 30 April 2021. For more information, please visit the following site. Interested faculty should contact the Ministry of Higher Education before they submit their application. Please see attached.
Applications are now open for the Spencer Foundation Small Research Grants. These grants support education research projects that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived, with budgets up to $50,000 for projects ranging from one to five years. Proposals span a wide range of topics and disciplines that innovatively investigate questions central to education, […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Infertility in Palestine on Thursday, 08 April 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Jamal Ghabboun, Associate Professor in the Physics Department, discussed his research project titled, “The Future […]
1-Competition : Win up 3000,00 euros with YICCA 2021 Eligibility : All/ international Deadline : 16 April 2021 https://culturefundingwatch.com/en/opportunities/competition-gagnez-300000-euros-avec-yicca-2021/ 2-Call for projects: the OIF and TV5Monde launch a new aid fund with the support of Canada (300,000 euros) Eligibility : The French-speaking world Deadline : 18 April 2021 https://culturefundingwatch.com/en/opportunities/call-for-projects-the-oif-and-tv5monde-launch-a-new-aid-fund-with-the-support-of-canada-300000-euros/ 3-Prize : Rashid Bin Humaid Prize […]
Call for an Online Training Workshop Data Management and Sharing for the Social Sciences May 30-June 1, 2021 The Arab Council for the Social Sciences (ACSS), through its Arab Public Data Archive initiative, is pleased to announce an online workshop on “Data Management and Sharing for the Social Sciences” co-organized with the Odum Institute for […]
Please find below a link to the last lecture in the sustainability series that is organized by the International Association of La Salle Universities. The lecture titled, “Building and transportation energy use in New York City during the COVID19 Pandemic,” was given by Dr. Patrick Abulencia and Dr. Pamela Chasek of Manhattan College. The lecture can be […]
The senior occupational therapy students of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University met online with students from Howard University, Washington. Those in the meeting are engaged in research for their seminar courses, and the Howard University students are conducting research for a master’s degree. The meeting began with a presentation by each […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Palestinian literature on Thursday, 25 March 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Zein AlAwawda, Associate Professor in the Arabic Department, discussed his research project titled, “The Ideological Context and […]
Bethlehem University honored outstanding student achievements during the annual Honors Day ceremony organized by the Dean of Students Office in cooperation with the Academic Office on Thursday, 25 March 2021. The event was held on campus and was broadcasted live over Facebook to allow students and parents attend. Dean of Students Adnan Ramadan said, “Despite […]
The Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Palliative Care, at King’s College London represented by Dr. Jaqualyn Moore and the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, at Bethlehem University represented by Dean Mariam Awad organized a virtual international workshop on Wednesday, 10 March 2021. The workshop aimed to connect nursing students from both […]
For the third consecutive year, Bethlehem University Tourism Institute (BUTi) is delighted to announce for the prize of; “Mrs. Wedad Abu-Dayyeh’s Academic Excellence Award in the Field of Hotel Management & Tourism for the Year 2021” to a fourth year female student in the BSc. Program of Hotel Management, who manages to earn the highest […]
The Einstein Foundation Berlin has announced an international award to honor efforts to improve the quality of research. The €500,000 Einstein Award for Promoting Quality in Research – the first of its kind – recognizes researchers and institutions in all fields whose work helps to advance the quality and robustness of research findings. Deadline: 31 […]
On Saturday, 13 March 2021, The Holy Father Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli as the Apostolic Nuncio to India. Back in September 2017, Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Girelli as the Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine. By right of office, the Apostolic Delegate becomes the Chancellor of Bethlehem University, serving as the Holy See’s […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a symposium and a launch of the book, European Cultural Diplomacy and Arab Christians in Palestine, 1918–1948 Between Contention and Connection, on Thursday, 11 March 2021, via Google Meet.
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Infertility in Palestine on Thursday, 04 March 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Hashem Shahin, Associate Professor in the Biology Department, discussed his research project titled, “Testing for […]
It’s our great pleasure to inform you that PGSB has launched its 6th call for Student thesis projects BSc, MSc and PhD scholarships Faculty exchanges for cooperation projects Proposals for research clusters Postdoc Stipends within the Returners Program PGSB is coordinated by Palestine Academy for Science and Technology PALAST and Juelich Research Center FZJ, and funded by the Federal […]
In reference to the Minister’s announcement on Saturday, February 27, 2021, and due to the rise of Covid-19, we regret to inform you that students will not be allowed on campus until further notice. However, those students who need to use library resources may search for the books via our Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) system […]
Applications are now being accepted for the United Nations Global Climate Action Awards. These awards shine a light on the most innovative, scalable, and replicable examples of what people around the world are doing to tackle climate change. Applications are welcomed from organizations, communities, cities, businesses, universities, governments and others that are taking concrete action on […]
RESEARCH TALK IN FRENCH This year CIRAD-IFCU launches a series of webinars entitled « Research Talks » aimed at covering some of today’s major trends in the research field. The webinars welcome one or two speakers each month, who will present an overview of a selected trend at a national, regional or global scale based […]
The Project of “OpenKM – Document Management System Software” started towards the end of Sept. 2020 with the EIS team (Enterprise Information System Unit). Jihad Najajreh and Francis Sleibi introduced it to the library staff and helped in teaching and monitoring until the staff got hold of it. A library team of three persons – Sr. Rose, Miral and […]
The Bethlehem University community celebrated the life and remembered the dedication of Brother Joseph Loewenstein, FSC, in a memorial mass on Friday, 26 February 2021, in the Chapel of the Divine Child on campus. Presiding over the memorial mass, Father Peter DuBrul, S.J., Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, remembered Brother Joe’s love for the University. […]
The Dean of Students and the Academic Affairs Offices organized a meeting via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, 25 February 2021, for first-year students who are on academic probation. The meeting aimed to help students and guide them to improve their grades and overall GPAs to successfully continue their studies. The Dean of Students Mr. Adnan […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on Found Poetry on Thursday, 25 February 2021, via Google Meet. As part of the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year, Dr. Fadel Alsawayfa, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education, presented the results of his research project titled, […]
Bethlehem University mourns the death of Brother Joseph Loewenstein, FSC (affectionately known as Brother Joe) the first Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University. Brother Joe passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Thursday, 18 February 2021, at the De La Salle Hall Nursing Home for the Brothers in Eastern North America. Vice Chancellor of […]
Bethlehem University held a Town Hall meeting over Microsoft Teams for its employees on Thursday, 18 February 2021, to discuss the second phase of the ongoing project entitled Bethlehem University: Towards a Sustainable Future. This second Town Hall meeting was conducted by the two consultants that the University contracted with the funding of Porticus international […]
In cooperation with the Arabic Department, the Dean of Students Office organized a discussion entitled “Bethlehem University students’ Literary Creativity” on Thursday, 11 February 2021. Student Hala Natsheh read from her story which won first place in the short story competition organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in partnership with the […]
The Dean of Students Office organized on Thursday, 4 February 2021, a face-to-face meeting with students who were newly admitted in the Spring Semester of 2021. The students were introduced to the Dean of Students Office staff, programs, and activities. A tour was organized to introduce them to the university campus, the various facilities, and […]
Fifteen students participated in the 6th Drama Group training, which took place in the Inad Theater Hall, with drama coach, Firas Abu Sabah, and organized by the Al-Kasbah Theater in cooperation with the Dean of Students Office. “The drama training is so much fun. We learn how to improve our performance and how to communicate […]
The Dean of Students Office organized a meeting with a group of Bethlehem University students on Thursday, 11 February 2021. They discussed plans to reactivate the role of students to encourage others through cultural and social activities, voluntary work, and to encourage student initiatives that matter to students and the Palestinian society at large.
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a webinar on a Swiss initiative that aims at enhancing the Palestinian innovation ecosystem and the opportunities for research development, collaboration, and partnership with the private sector. Several faculty and staff members attended the webinar which was held virtually via Google Meet on […]
Volunteers at Bethlehem University built a Biogas Unit at the Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS). The PIBS and its EU-funded Biodiversity Center continue to develop usable modules for education and for saving our environment. In this case, organic waste (such as kitchen waste) is digested by anaerobic bacteria (without oxygen) which then produce Methane […]
The Institute for Community Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University held a session to announce the winners of a competition that was between Palestinian University students and students from Hanshin University in South Korea on Friday, 29 January 2021, through Zoom. In his opening speech, Brother Peter Bray congratulated the winners and emphasized the importance of […]
The library is open from Monday-Friday from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Students must wear the mask throughout their presence in the library. NO Mask NO Entry. On entering the library on the left-hand side, provisions are made to sanitize hands. Students are requested to fill in the log sheet, which is located at the […]
The Research Council and the Office of the Dean of Research are pleased to invite you to a webinar on a Swiss initiative that aims at enhancing the Palestinian innovation ecosystem and the opportunities for research development, collaboration, and partnership with the private sector. Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh and Ms. Suha Handal will brief the BU […]
The 2021 Conference of the California Irrigation Institute (https://www.caii.org/ ) is on February 2-3, 2021. Attached you find the final brochure and program. This year it will be held as a virtual (online) event.CII_2021_BROCHURE_webDownload
Link: https://therecordnewspaper.org/students-to-celebrate-catholic-schools-week-with-prayer-service-and-fun/ From: The Record Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, is off to a slow start with Monday’s snow day, but elementary and high schools in the Archdiocese of Louisville have scheduled service, prayer and amusements for the rest of the week. Following is a sampling of planned activities that schools shared […]
Bethlehem University held its biannual faculty and staff meeting online over Microsoft Teams on Wednesday, 27 January 2021, to mark the beginning of the spring 2021 semester. Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, presided over the meeting, welcomed faculty and staff, and began the meeting by commemorating Dr. Nancy Elias, faculty member in the […]
Bethlehem University representatives participated in a virtual event for the Palestinian Students Scholarship Fund (PSSF) that was held on Saturday, 23 January 2021. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, Development Officer Ms. Shahinda Nassar, and two scholarship recipients attended the virtual fundraiser event entitled “The PSSF Brightening the Future of Palestinian Students.” The main goal was […]
Bethlehem University held a symposium on Sharing Experiences in Online Learning on Wednesday, 20 January 2021, via Google Meet. Over 50 academics from different Palestinian universities participated in the online symposium that was organized by the Academic Office. The symposium, which was moderated by the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Muna Matar, aimed […]
Bethlehem University team Runtime Error qualified to participate in the 2021 ACM Arab Collegiate Programming Contest (ACPC) which will be held in Luxor City, Egypt from 19-23 March 2021. Over 120 teams will participate from over 12 Arab countries. The team consisted of three Software Engineering program students who were Danial Sleibi, Khader Ballout, and […]
You are invited to help us select the best logo for the Golden Jubilee of Bethlehem University. Back in October 2020, we launched a call for designs for the Golden Jubilee Logo. We received a number of suggestions and we would like you to participate in selecting the best logo which will be used through […]
Sitting in the living room of the Brothers’ House on campus, Brother Jean Manuel FSC remembers the day he took his first vows into brotherhood made during a Solemn Mass at what is now called the Chapel of the Divine Child. “The Chapel’s walls were all whitewashed! There were no icons painted on the walls,” […]
When COVID-19 started spreading in Palestine, and the Palestinian Prime Minister announced the coronavirus lockdown, Dr. Hanan Saca-Hazboun, Assistant Professor in the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Science, teamed up with Dr. Ahmed Fasfous, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Arts, and Mr. Fadel Sawayfa, Lecturer in the Faculty of Education, to investigate […]
The Christmas Midnight Mass was held in the Chapel of the Divine Child at Bethlehem University with limited participation amid the pandemic. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, H.E. Mark Bailey, Australian Representative to Palestine, Andrew Carey, CNN Jerusalem Bureau Chief, and a few faculty, staff, and students attended the mass. The Executive Vice President […]
It was a good new challenge to shift to online learning since I am doing my Master’s degree. I usually prefer face-to-face classes because it is easier to communicate, yet our professors made their utmost effort to deliver all the information needed. In the beginning, I was concerned about how I would reach the resources […]
The Center for Palestine Studies is pleased to announce that the competition for the 2021-2022 Ibrahim Abu-Lughod Postdoctoral Award is now open!Apply by 1 March 2021 This year-long postdoctoral fellowship seeks to recognize and foster innovative and ground-breaking scholarship on issues related to Palestine and Palestinians. The award will support a scholar working on a […]
The Ibrahim Dakkak Award for Outstanding Essay on Jerusalem is accepting submissions on contemporary or historical issues relating to Jerusalem. The winning submission will receive a prize of U.S. $1000 and will be published in the Jerusalem Quarterly. A committee selected by Jerusalem Quarterly will determine the winning essay. The deadline for submissions is 15 January 2021. Essays should be based on original research and […]
The lives of students and their families have been significantly affected by the closures caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. Bethlehem University ensured that students with disabilities continue to receive quality education while transitioning to remote learning. The Resource Center for Students with Disabilities has been working day and night to ensure the success of its […]
Dear friends, supporters, and graduates, Greetings to you from the Little Town of Bethlehem. Please enjoy a special Christmas message from Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University. May your days be filled with peace, hope, and joy this Christmas season. As always, thank you for your friendship and support. On behalf of the […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a new colloquium on genetic diversity of figs in Palestine. Several faculty and staff members attended the webinar which was held virtually via Google Meet on Thursday, 10 December 2020. Dr. Omar Darissa, Associate Professor in the Biology Department, Discussed his research project […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council are pleased to invite you to a webinar and launch of European Cultural Diplomacy and Arab Christians in Palestine, 1918–1948 Between Contention and Connection Edited byKarène Sanchez Summerer and Sary Zananiri This event will be held at 11:30 on 11 March 2021, via google […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Bethlehem University Journal‘s editorial board are pleased to announce the publication of a new special volume (37) of the Bethlehem University Journal on Jstor. This special volume, which was guest-edited by Dr. Abeer Musleh, Assistant Professor of Social Sciences, is titled, “Youth engagement: from local communities to transnational […]
Bethlehem University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Environment Quality Authority on Monday, 07 December 2020, at the Palestine Museum of Natural History. The Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and the Head of the Environment Quality Authority Mr. Jameel Mattor signed the MoU in the presence of the Director General of Natural Resources […]
Three video calls were held over Zoom in November with the Sovereign Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem (SMOTJ) members who visit Bethlehem University annually in December as part of their pilgrimage to the Holy Land. A total of sixteen students who study at the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and receive scholarships from […]
From: Wellington Palestine Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTjjVwYAEdY Brother Peter Bray (Vice Chancellor, Bethlehem University).
On Thursday, 03 December 2020, a few students, faculty, and staff gathered despite the coronavirus in the De La Salle building to celebrate the annual Christmas tree lighting which is usually packed. The ceremony, which is organized by the Dean of Students Office, began with musical performance by the Shepherd’s Boy and Girl Scout Troop. […]
The Dean of Students Office at Bethlehem University organized on Thursday, 26 November 2020, a workshop entitled “the rights of people with disabilities; the right to education and the right to health” in cooperation with the Student Affairs Unit at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The workshop comes within the framework […]
The Dean of Students Office cordially invites your to join us the Christmas Tree Lighting on Thursday 03 December 2020 at 11:00 AM at De La Salle Hall. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
On Monday, 30 November 2020, a graduation ceremony was held at the Bethlehem University Millennium Lounge for foreign students undergoing courses in Arabic Language which are conducted via the Brother Vincent Malham Center. Ms. Nadia Bany Shamsa, Arabic Teacher for Foreigners, began the ceremony by welcoming the graduates and congratulating them on their performance and […]
The Department of Social Sciences at Bethlehem University launched a new book titled “Social Work Curriculum including Child Protection Modules” in partnership with The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) in Australia, the Ministry of Social Development, and the Islamic University in Gaza. Through this curriculum, the Department aims to […]
It is possible now to register to the Master in Tourism Studies Program (MRTS). The program is a two-year postgraduate course which aims at providing an in-depth analysis of the main academic and technical issues whose knowledge represents an asset for the development of the tourism industry in Palestine. The Master’s program is multidisciplinary: it […]
Dr. Csaba Rada, Head of Mission at the Representative Office of Hungary in Palestine, along with the Honorary Consul of Hungary in Bethlehem Dr. Nassar Khamis visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 26 November 2020. The Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed the delegation and briefed them on the mission of Bethlehem University and its development plans. They […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a new colloquium on some Medical Plants in Palestine. Several faculty and staff members attended the webinar which was held virtually via Google Meet on Thursday, 26 November 2020. Dean of the Faculty of Science and Chairperson of the Chemistry Department Dr. Michel Hanania […]
Bethlehem University is planning for the celebration of its Golden Jubilee in 2023. One of the activities is to design a special logo for this jubilee year. You are invited to present a “LOGO” and a “THEME” that best describes Bethlehem University and its 50 years of commitment to the people of Palestine. The best […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council are pleased to invite you to attend the fourth colloquium in the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year. Dr. Michel Hanania,The Dean of the Science Faculty and chairperson of the Chemistry Department, will discuss his research project titled, “Extraction Methods and […]
Link: http://en.abouna.org/content/bethlehem-university%E2%80%A6-nonpareil-minaret-higher-education From: abouna.org Bethlehem University is worthy all support for the role it plays, particularly at the current critical time, which augurs a bright future for the local population. By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org : When one visits the Holy Land, one feels the scent of holiness since this land became holy being the place […]
Dear Friends, Supporters, and Graduates of Bethlehem University, Greetings from Bethlehem! We are glad to present to you the Bethlehem University News magazine (BUN) which is published biannually by the Advancement Office. Due to COVID-19, this issue is published digitally only. Highlights in this issue include: – Students Share Remote Learning Experiences– Research: COVID-19 and […]
Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research and Prof. of English, participated in a webinar titled, “Challenges and Achievements of Higher Education under Occupation,” which was organized by the Palestinian American Research Center (PARC) on Wednesday, 11 November 2020. Prof. Khader talked about the history of Bethlehem University, its mission and values, and shared a promotional view on […]
Dean of Students Affairs and in cooperation with the (Brotherhood of Mercy Foundation in Bethlehem) (Misericordia di Betlemme) organized an awareness campaign about Corona virus. Which took place in BU campus on Wednesday, 11 November 2020 . This campaign targeted BU students and aimed to raise awareness among university students by educating them on the […]
Students Hanna Stephan and Zein Bannoura participated in a play titled “With all due respect” which was performed on Saturday, 7 November 2020, in Al-Kasaba Theater and Cinematheque in Ramallah. This performance comes within the student empowerment project implemented by Al-Kasaba Theater and Cinematheque, in partnership and support of the Drosos Foundation, and in cooperation with five […]
Bethlehem University conferred degrees upon Graduates of the Faculty of Education and Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences during its 44th graduation ceremonies that were held on Tuesday and Thursday, 10 and 12 November 2020. The events took place at the Auditorium in the Social Cultural Center in the presence of the Apostolic Delegate […]
Bethlehem University Holds 44th Graduation Ceremonies Available in the following languages: Arabic Link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/bethlehem-university-holds-44th-graduation-ceremonies.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem BETHLEHEM – The usual graduation plans, that were supposed to be held in June, has been derailed by the coronavirus. Bethlehem University decided to hold four in-person graduation ceremonies in November. This extended schedule is due to […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a new colloquium on Skin-Whitening Creams. Several faculty and staff members attended the colloquium which was held virtually via Google Meet on Thursday, 12 November 2020. Ms. Hiba Jaraiseh, Instructor in the Chemistry Department, Ms. Minerva Jaraiseh, Instructor in the Social Sciences […]
The Dean of Students’ Office at Bethlehem University organized an awareness campaign in cooperation with Misericordia “Mercy” of Bethlehem on Wednesday, 11 November 2020. Students of the Health Committee together with volunteers of the Misericordia of Bethlehem went around campus to talk to students on the importance of following preventive measures against COVID-19. Bethlehem University […]
On Wednesday, 11 November 2020, the Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University, Rev. Dr. Iyad Twal, and the Secretary of Qatar’s Permanent Committee for the Support of Jerusalem, Major General Bilal An-Natsheh, signed a cooperation agreement that aims primarily at supporting Jerusalem students enrolled at the University. Rev. Dr. Iyad welcomed the delegation and praised […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council are pleased to invite you to attend the third colloquium in the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year. Ms. Hiba Jaraiseh, Instructor in the Chemistry Department, and Ms. Minerva Jaraiseh, instructor in the Social Sciences Department, and Dr. Hanan Hazboun, Assistant […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council organized a colloquium on epilepsy in Palestine. The event, which was attended by several faculty members from different departments, was held virtually via Google Meet on Thursday, 5 November 2020. Prof. Moien Kanaan, the Director of Hereditary Research Laboratory, and Ms. Christina Canavati, lab […]
Nicola Juha was born in Bethlehem and went to Terra Sancta School for his elementary and secondary education. He studied law at Birzeit University near Ramallah. He loved painting since he was young. He received a prize in an Italian drawing competition when he was still at school and won a prize once again for […]
The usual graduation plans, that were supposed to be held in June, have been derailed by the coronavirus. Bethlehem University decided to hold four in-person graduation ceremonies in November. This extended schedule is due to an effort to keep everyone safe during the pandemic. Bethlehem University conferred degrees upon Graduates of the Faculty of Arts, […]
The usual graduation plans, that were supposed to be held in June, have been derailed by the coronavirus. Bethlehem University decided to hold four in-person graduation ceremonies in November. This extended schedule is due to an effort to keep everyone safe during the pandemic. Bethlehem University conferred degrees upon Graduates of the Faculty of Arts, […]
The Office of the Dean of Research and the Research Council are pleased to invite you to attend the second colloquium in the Research and Creativity colloquia for the 2020-2021 academic year. Prof Moien Kanaan, the Director of Hereditary Research Laboratory, and Ms. Christina Canavati will discuss their research project titled, “Identification of Epilepsy Genes […]
With the beginning of the new academic year, similar to other departments, the Athletics Department started their classes of physical education with remote delivery. With this transition, the Athletics Department Director, Samar Moussa, submitted an initiative to the Entrepreneurial Education in Emergency Forum (EEEF) on “The role of a physical education course in spreading health […]
The Board of Trustees, the Board of Regents, the Administration, Faculty, Staff and Students of Bethlehem University congratulates His Beatitude Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa, on his appointment as the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, after serving as the Apostolic Administrator for the past four years. His Beatitude is a good friend of Bethlehem University from the time […]
Kate Kheir, a student majoring in English Language and Literature at the Faculty of Arts, participated in the “Create Debate training” program. This program aimed to train Palestinian youth on the techniques and tools of public speaking, debate, mass communication, and to empower and train youth to be responsible citizens, democratic activists, and ambassadors of […]
The Office of the Dean of Students participated in giving a lecture within the Library course this semester. The staff of the office gave 17 sessions during October 2020 for first-year students in different sections. They gave a PowerPoint presentation to introduce themselves, the services their office provides, the activities and events the office holds. […]
Twenty students participated in the training of the Model United Nations (MUN) program of the fall 2020 session which is held online. The program is organized by the Palestine Institute for Public diplomacy “PIPD” in partnership with Palestinian Universities. It is worth noting that Youssef Hussein (BU ’18) is one of the trainers. The program […]
The Office of the Dean of Student, in cooperation with the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, organized a visit for Qubeibeh Nursing first-year students on Monday, 19 October 2020. Dean of Students, Mr. Adnan Ramadan, met with them and said that new students should know their University, stay in constant contact with […]
يسر مكتب عمادة البحث العلمي ومجلس البحث العلمي دعوتكم لحضور منتدى البحث والابداع، والذي نستضيف به الزميل الدكتور سعيد عياد، رئيس دائرة اللغة العربية، والأستاذ خالد الفقيه، محاضر في دائرة اللغة العربية، الساعة 11:30 صباحا من يوم الخميس الموافق 22\10\2020 عبر منصة جوجل ميت. يستعرض الباحثان بحثهما الموسوم ب“ذاكرة بيت لحم المصورة” الممول من وزارة التعليم العالي، […]
As we begin each academic year at Bethlehem University, we celebrate the graciousness of God through the Mass of the Holy Spirit. This year, Bethlehem University celebrated the Mass on Thursday, 8 October 2020, under different circumstances as we strictly adhered to COVID-19 protocols, and the safety measures. The Mass was held in the University’s […]
As is usual at the beginning of the academic year, Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, invites you to the celebration of the Mass of the Holy Spirit in the University Chapel on Thursday, 8 October 2020 at 12 noon to ask God’s blessing on the new academic year. If you are on campus that day […]
Executive Vice President Fr. Dr. Iyad Twal made a special visit to the office of His Excellency Bethlehem Governor Kamel Humeid, in the presence of Ms. Vera Baboun, the former mayor of Bethlehem, on Thursday, 1 October 2020. Fr. Dr. Twal stressed in his visit the importance of continuing the cooperation between Bethlehem University and […]
Prof. Jamil Khder, Dean of Research and the editor-in-chief of the Bethlehem University Journal, served on a live stream panel titled, “Global Perspectives on Racism,” which was held on Thursday, 24 September 2020. On this panel, speakers from various Lasallian universities from the United States, Guatemala, the Philippines, and Palestine spoke about the various dimensions of […]
Link: https://www.delasalle.org.au/blog/covid-taking-its-toll-on-bethlehem-university From: La Salle District of Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan & Papua New Guinea Posted by Br Peter Bray on 25 September 2020 Greetings fr om this beautiful, holy place as we enjoy the wonder of summer here with beautiful clear skies, hardly a breath of wind, warm temperatures, and being in the place […]
دعوة للمشاركة في المؤتمر الافتراضي الدولي الأول تدعوكم عمادة البحث العلمي للمشاركة بتقديم ملخصات بحثية للتسجيل في المؤتمر الافتراضي الدولي الأول بعنوان: “تحديات البيئة في المنطقة العربية” والمزمع عقده بتاريخ 28/11/2020 افتراضيا في جامعة القدس تحت رعاية الأستاذ الدكتور عماد أبو كشك رئيس الجامعة و بالتعاون مع مكتب فلسطين لاتحاد الأكاديميين والعلماء العرب في فلسطين، […]
Bethlehem University mourns the death of Brother Regis-Claude Robbe, FSC, the former Provincial of the Proche-Orient District. Brother Robbe passed away peacefully in Cairo on Friday, 18 September 2020, at the age of 83. He spent most of his life serving Lasallian Schools in the Middle East. He visited Bethlehem University in 2012 accompanying Brother […]
The Office of the Dean of Students at Bethlehem University held orientation days for 964 new students who were admitted for the 2020/2021 academic year. These face-to-face orientation days were the second element of the new student orientation to introduce them to the Deans and faculty members. A day for each Faculty was held separately […]
Prof. Mazin B. Qumsiyeh, Director of the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) and the Palestine Museum of Natural History at Bethlehem University received the prestigious “2020 Paul K. Feyerabend Award – A World of Solidarity is Possible.” Prof. Qumsiyeh said he accepted the award on behalf of the team at the Palestine Institute […]
The fall 2020 semester at Bethlehem University began on Monday, 14 September 2020. This year, the safety of staff, faculty members, and students, vis-a-vis the coronavirus (COVID-19) spread, is top priority. Bethlehem University’s plan for the semester is based on the instructions and decisions of competent authorities, headed by the Higher Education Council, the Ministry […]
Three faculty members at the Faculty of Science gave 30 primary school teachers a training entitled “Improving Science Education in Primary Schools of Palestine – Second Phase” for four consecutive days last month in the Faculty of Science labs. Chairperson of the Biology Department Dr. Ghassan Handal, Lab Assistant at the Chemistry Department Mr. Tanas […]
We would like to welcome Ms. ELIZABETH D’SOUZA, a member of the Teresian Association, as the new Library Director of Bethlehem University for the academic year 2020-2021. If you would like to be in touch with her, the contact details are: Email: edsouza@bethlehem.edu Office number is ext. 2024. Our warm congratulatory wishes to Elizabeth as we bid […]
The Historical Geography of the Holy Land: especially in relation to the history of Israel and of the early Church by George Adam Smith, D.D. (a short overview) This rare book on its 4th edition dated MCMVII (1907) published by Hodder and Stoughton, London, offers the readers an interesting treatise on the history of Palestine […]
The Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability at Bethlehem University (PIBS- BU), The Galilee Society (GS), and The Palestinian Center for Rapprochement Between People (PCR) announce the availability of research grants in the areas of human and bio- diversity. The project funded by the European Union Peace building Initiative “Unity and Diversity in Nature and […]
Bethlehem University received hundreds of applications for the newly offered programs that were launched with the Fall 2020 cohort. The Office of Academic Affairs has gained accreditations from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for a Master’s Degree in Oncology and Palliative Care, a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences, a Minor in […]
Following the outbreak of the Coronavirus in March 2020, Bethlehem University has undertaken a series of new procedures to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, for the first time, Bethlehem University held a virtual orientation for the newly accepted students for the academic year 2020-2021. The virtual orientation, organized by the Office of the Dean of […]
With great sorrow, we mourn the passing of Mr. John Hume, a prominent Catholic Leader in Northern Ireland and friend and supporter of Bethlehem University. Mr. Hume passed away in Ireland on Monday 3 August 2020 at the age of 83. As a politician in the latter half of the 20th century, more than anyone […]
Link: shorturl.at/gpSW1 From: genomeweb Researchers from China and the US describe a mutation in the Zika virus (ZIKV) envelope protein sequence that appears to have sprung up prior to 2013, apparently leading to enhanced neurovirulence, more robust maternal-to-fetal transmission fitness, and increased host viremia. Starting from seven suspicious mutations that arose in ZIKV strains between 2010 and […]
Bethlehem University mourns the passing of Mr. Jose Said, a true friend and supporter in the mission of education. Mr. Said has supported Bethlehem University through the Belen 2000 Fundacion for many years. His recent donation was for the construction of the Nursing building, soon to be completed. The Physiotherapy Clinic in the ground floor will be named after the […]
تعلن الأمانة العامة لاتحاد مجالس البحث العلمي العربية عن استقبال طلبات لجائزة اتحاد مجالس البحث العلمي في المجالات الآتية: 1. جائزة أفضل الكتب المؤلفة في مجال بحوث الطاقة الجديدة والمتجددة خلال الأعوام: (٢٠١٨ ، ٢٠١٩ والعام ٢٠٢٠م). 2. جائزة التأليف والترجمة لأفضل الكتب المؤلفة أو المترجمة حول الأنظمة التعليمية الحديثة المعمول بها الآن في الدول […]
Do you have an innovative idea or business? Are you thinking to develop your business to something else to overcome the economic crisis? Do you want to establish a business that also benefits the society providing a missing product/service or creating employment? The Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and the Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC) of […]
It is possible now to register to the Master in Tourism Studies Program (MRTS). The program is a two-year postgraduate course which aims at providing an in-depth analysis of the main academic and technical issues whose knowledge represents an asset for the development of the tourism industry in Palestine. The Master’s program is multidisciplinary: it […]
Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Brother Peter Bray, FSC, EdD, announced Saturday, 27 June 2020, that the University decided to appoint Father Dr. Iyad Twal as Executive Vice President, to replace Dr. Michael Sansur who has decided to take one year leave from the University after being in this position for nine years. Brother Peter […]
link: https://www.lpj.org/posts/fr-iyad-twal-appointed-executive-vice-president-of-bethlehem-university.html From: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem By: Bethlehem University – Published: June 27 Sat, 2020 Fr. Iyad Twal appointed Executive Vice President of Bethlehem University Available in the following languages:Arabic BETHLEHEM – On Saturday, June 27, 2020, Bethlehem University represented by its Vice-Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, FSC, EdD, announced the appointment of Fr. Iyad Twal as Executive Vice President, to […]
Enrollment Procedures 2020 The required steps to complete registration for MRTS Program are as follows: Step 1: The MRTS Application Packet will be available either at the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism office at Bethlehem University or online by accessing the following link: http://admission.bethlehem.edu/admissioncard/ The application fee is 110 JDs that can be paid […]
The required steps to complete registration for MICAD Program are as follows: Step 1: The MICAD Application Packet will be available either at MICAD office at Bethlehem University or online by accessing the following link: http://admission.bethlehem.edu/admissioncard/ The application fee is 110 JDs that can be paid in one of the following two methods: If the […]
The Advancement Office announces the publication of the Bethlehem University News (BUN) magazine – spring 2020 issue. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the magazine is published online and will not be printed and sent by mail. In this issue of the BUN, we highlight some of the different achievements of students and our outreach to […]