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 […]
The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards has announced the call for nomination to the 13 of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards in cooperation with The Spanish National Research Council (CSIC). In Palestine, PALAST coordinates the nominations to this award. The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards recognize and reward world-class research and artistic creation, […]
In order to successfully complete the application process for the MSW program, the candidate should follow the steps below: Step 1: Buy an application package from the Office the Social Sciences Department, second floor, De La Salle Hall, at Bethlehem University. You can get the package between 10/6/2020 and 30/7/2020. Keep the payment slip for the application fees (120 JD) […]
Qubeibeh Nursing students complete requirements on site After the decision of Bethlehem University to start receiving small groups of students for continuing nursing lab practice; groups of 6 to 7 students were called into the Qubeibeh Nursing facility on Monday 8/6/2020 to complete the spring fundamental nursing lab requirement with Mr Mohammad Ayyash and Sr […]
Faculty and students are to engage in distance learning options for the summer course.Small groups of students are allowed on campus for the following purposes: To receive certificates or transcripts, to sign loan requests, fill out applications, deliver papers, after coordination with the offices or departments that the student must access. To complete practical training […]
Turning the Challenges of COVID-19 into an Opportunity From: This Week In PalestineBy: Mahdi Kleibo Link: https://www.thisweekinpalestine.com/strengthening-connections-through-virtual-education/ Undoubtedly, we are all facing an unprecedented situation brought about by the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic that has hit the entire world. It is a difficult period, as we cannot assess entirely the potential risks and their consequences. This crisis may […]
A group of 10 brilliant ardent students studying Aviation Economics lectured by Airlines Economics Expert Rene Zambile and professor at the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism at Bethlehem University, came out with the following ideas to be passed over to IATA through Mr. Mohammad Apesh Senior Staff at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) […]
Teacher Resource Center is one of Bethlehem University facilities administrated by the Faculty of Education; it was established in 1993 and it was named “The Center of: Dr. Abdel Rahman Zu’rub ” in memory of his work aiming to develop the educational process. The Center is the connection link between the faculty of education from […]
The Library Team of George Nasra Turathuna Center organizes an annual youth summer camp. This year, it was from the 17th to the 28th of June 2019. Fourteen boys and girls from different schools participated with ages between 12 and 16 years old. The course/workshop this year focused on painting on glass, with Mrs. Tania […]
This scholarly article – in Arabic – entitled “Gates of Jerusalem” written and published in “Jordan Journal for History and Archaeology” by Dr. Omar Abed Rabbo, will be presented in the e-turathuna section of the University Library. We are happy and proud to present Dr. Omar’s erudite work and grateful to him for sharing it to our […]
Spring Term 2018 “Welcome back” to e-turathuna as we commence Spring Term 2018. We started the academic year 2017-2018 featuring a new genre – “the interview” –in an interactive encounter with Palestinians whose lives are marked with a “passion for turath.” Fall Term featured Ms. Maha Saca, a Bethlehemite and a generous donor of Bethlehem […]
It might as well be necessary as we embark on a new literary genre to “re-present” e-turathuna by going over what our homepage states about this very special section of the Library. Long before its refurbishment, Turathuna Center has always been the Library’s centerpiece. In its more than three decades history of service, researchers from various parts […]
Welcome once again to the Library’s e-turathuna! With Christmas approaching, we are featuring a holy site that is closely knitted to the events that unfolded that joyful eve when the whole world awaited the coming of our Saviour Jesus Christ the Lord. “GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO!” is the theme echoed during this historical evening with […]
Jabra Ibrahim Jabra is Bethlehem’s homegrown writer, artist and painter. Turathuna Centre at Bethlehem University has a collection of his books on a special shelf just dedicated for him. Some of his representative paintings were showcased by Turathuna Centre for Palestinian Heritage during the 40th Jubilee year of the foundation of Bethlehem University. More Facts about Jabra Ibrahim […]
The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem is a magnificent monument and an added great treasure in world architecture. The area on which it was built is one of the holiest places on earth for Muslims, Christians and Jews alike. Known in Arabic as Masjd al-Aqsa (the farthest mosque), it occupies the centre of a […]
Over 100 monasteries flourished in the Judean desert to the east of Bethlehem during the fourth through sixth centuries. The monastic movement became quite successful so that more than a hundred of monasteries as a way of life blossomed in the desert. Monasteries are places where monks sometimes shared their whole life together and in […]
Battir is a Palestinian village south west of Jerusalem. It is surrounded by traditionally irrigated, beautiful terraces, filled with eggplants, peppers and olive trees. Some decades ago, the train to Jerusalem used to stop in Battir; next to the railway are the unique remains of the Ottoman train station, which was the spot of a busy vegetables […]
Ein Karem is the birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1:57). The Virgin Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth who lived in Ein Karem (Luke 1:39–56); and the Caliph ‘Umar Ibn al-Khattab passed by the village and held prayers in it during the Islamic conquest.Ein Karem means “Spring of the Vineyard,” and is so named because of the […]
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Mother-of-pearl was traditionally a main handicraft in Bethlehem. It is believed that mother-of-pearl was introduced by Franciscan monks who came from Damascus to the Bethlehem area around the 15th century.With the presence of the order of St. Francis of Assisi in the Holy Land around the late 1600s, religious artifacts gained in economic importance. One […]
In the Galilee region the main costume worn by the village women is a type of coat with short sleeves and a front opening. Decoration consists of brightly colored taffeta patches appliquéd inside or outside of the front opening and the motifs are generally geometric. The dresses in Ramallah area have restrained patterns usually in […]
Bethlehem, Manger Square,1930s A house in Ramallah Shahwan houseBeit Jala A quarter inEast Jerusalem Via Dolorosa, 1936 The dwellings of Palestinians vary depending on location and family wealth. The design of these houses shows strong Islamic influence with arched roofs, ceilings, doorways, and windows.In urban areas, houses are typically close together lining narrow streets with over-hanging […]
The origin of the name “Jericho” is from the Semitic language. It is a Canaanite word that means “city of the moon.” The word is derived from yeriho or yarah. According to Anis Freiha, the Canaanite God Yarah gave its name to Jericho, called Ariha in Arabic. Jericho is the Biblical name, “city of palm trees,” while its Arabic […]
The tabun is a primitive oven made of unbaked clay fashioned by Palestinian country women. It is an oven used to bake bread and cook. The oven (tabun) itself is covered by dry manure spread all over its external surface while inside the bottom is covered with small stones called “ruddef.” On the top of […]
Your scores for the TOEFL / ITP exam conducted 2 February 2020 arrived today. Please feel ease picking your official hard -copy certificate from the External Academic Relations Office starting from tomorrow Friday 28.02.2020.
“Do not be afraid; for behold I proclaim to you good news of great joy … today in the city of David a Savior is born for you” (Lk 2:10-11). The message of Christ’s coming, brought from heaven by the voice of angels, continues to echo in this town, just as it echoes in […]
A very old dowry hat made of cotton, embroidered in silk and covered with Turkish coins. Extended from the side panels are silver chains to which are attached pieces of ‘amber and silver. Across the forehead are coral beads and silver pendants, suspended from short chains. The headdresses were made commercially by Bethlehem women for […]
A girl normally began embroidery around the age of six or seven, and was taught cross-stitch and the motifs of her village by older girls or women. When she had learnt to sew neatly, she began embroidering the panels of her trousseau garments, and took her mother’s measurements to gauge her size. Dresses were sent […]
From the moment of birth, parents began to consider future marriage for their children. One of the reasons for this early matchmaking was the preference for marriage of the same village and the same kin group. Marriage was an important social and economic alliance between two families. A bride and her bridegroom had little to […]
Please note that deadline to submit a Call of Interest to join the Erasmus Plus Cultural Encounter course maximum by 1 March 2020. The External Academic Relations Office will be your main focal point at this stage for reservation. Duration 10 weeks and it starts from 9 March to 17 May 2020. For more information, please never hesitate to […]
يدعوكم فريق افاق التابع لعمادة شؤون الطلبة للمشاركة في فعاليات برنامج ألعاب أيام زمان وذلك يوم الخميس 27 شباط 2020 ما بين الساعة 11:15 – 13:00 في المسرح الخارجي للجامعة أهلا وسهلا بكم جميعا
Hands-on workshop on Zotero, a bibliographic management software, will be held at 11:00 am Thursday, Feb 27, 2020, in D-113. The session will be facilitated by Dr. Muna Matar, Assistant Prof in the Software Engineering department and Assistant VP for Academic Affairs. You are most Welcome
مرض كورونا بين التهويل والحقيقة – الاربعاء 26 شباط 2020 الساعة 10:00 صباحا في قاعة الفورنو
تعلن عمادة شؤون الطلبة عن تنظيم مسابقة في المناظرة الشعرية بين طلبة الكليات، وذلك في أواخر شهر نيسان 2020 حتى يتسنى للطلبة التحضير لهذه المسابقة، الرجاء من الطلبة الراغبين بالمشاركة؛ التسجيل لدى عمادة شؤون الطلبة حتى يوم الثلاثاء 10/03/2020
Target Group: Chefs, bakeries, housewives and anyone who is interested in baking. Course Content: the course will cover the following topics: several methods for baking different cakes making various buttercream and custard based fillings working with different variations of Rolled Fondant (Homemade, marshmallow, Chocolate ) Royal Icing decorating with modeling chocolate border and flower piping Pastillage Gum […]
Purpose To build the confidence and skills of NGO staff to use and analyse the essential figures of financial reports for programme management and accountability to stakeholders Target Audience This course is primarily aimed at non-finance programme staff who need to be able to use different types of reports in their work, including: Understanding the […]
Plants as sessile organisms have to efficiently cope with adverse environmental conditions. Abiotic stresses like drought, cold and heat crucially involve the function of the plant hormone abscisic acid (ABA). Extensive research during the past years especially in the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana has ncovered and characterized central modules of ABA and abiotic stress signaling. […]
The research involves isolation and identification of new strains ofentomopathogenic nematodes from Palestinian territories, following a study oftheir biological characteristic; such as infectivity, heat tolerance, anddesiccation tolerance. In addition to the conventional crosses method, theidentification employs restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) ofinternal transcriptase spacers. The project aims at developingappropriate strains of entomopathogenic nematodes for the […]
biology and symbiosis of the bacto-helminthic complex Heterorhabditisbacteriophora and Photorhabdus luminescens for the biological control of whitegrubs (Maladera matrida) in the Middle East.
Middle East Regional Genome Endeavor (MERGE) Computational Genomics is a new branch of science that bridges biology and genetics with information and computer sciences. An important momentum for this development is provided by the world Human Genome Project. . The Weizmann Institute and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem now harbor a national laboratory for Genome […]
“Pharmacogenic gene delivery and gene therapy of Restenosis “ Antisense oligodeoxnucleotides (ODN) are small stretches that have shown the ability to inhibit gene expression. Therefore, they are promising candidates for the treatment of various diseases. However, because of poor stability in biological fluids and weak intracellular penetration their use in living systems is prohibited. Aiming […]
Clinical and Genetic Features Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) encompasses an heterogeneous group of hereditary disorders characterized by blistering of the skin upon exposure to mechanical stress. Although the most obvious signs of the disease are vesicles and bullae within the skin and mucous membranes, internal organs may also be involved (Fine et al, 2000). EB is […]
B-Thalasimia A study of the spectrum of b-Thalasimia mutations in the West Bank revealed the presence of ten different b-globin mutations. The study involved 42 patients with B-thal major and 43 suspected carriers with Cooley’s anemia. The IVS1.6 mutation predominated with a frequency of 52.8% and was almost invariably associated with chromosome haplotype VI. Seven […]
Summary The overall goal inhuman genetic research is to understand the biological function of normal genes, and how once perturbed, they lead to a diseased state. Errors in our genes, or mutations, often cause one of the most common sensory defects, the loss of hearing. Hereditary sensorineural hearing loss affects approximately 3% of the population […]
Summary The overall goal inhuman genetic research is to understand the biological function of normal genes, and how once perturbed, they lead to a diseased state. Errors in our genes, or mutations, often cause one of the most common sensory defects, the loss of hearing. Hereditary sensorineural hearing loss affects approximately 3% of the population […]
The commitment of Bethlehem University to the needs of the local Palestinian community is part of its founding statement. Particular needs were identified following an extensive socio-economic survey conducted by Bethlehem University during the late 1980s, on which the University’s outreach program was based. The Water and Soil Environmental Research Unit (WSERU) is part of […]
The commitment of Bethlehem University to the needs of the local Palestinian community is part of its founding statement. Particular needs were identified following an extensive socio-economic survey conducted by Bethlehem University during the late 1980s, on which the University’s outreach program was based. The Water and Soil Environmental Research Unit (WSERU) is part of […]
The commitment of Bethlehem University to the needs of the local Palestinian community is part of its founding statement. Particular needs were identified following an extensive socio-economic survey conducted by Bethlehem University during the late 1980s, on which the University’s outreach program was based. The Water and Soil Environmental Research Unit (WSERU) is part of […]
This Toolkit provides teachers with practical instructions on how to design e-calss based on Moodel program.
Dr. Jeanne Kattan, Hanadi Soudah–Younan, Mai Al-Qassasfeh, Department of English The course portfolio is a guide for faculty members to document each of the courses they teach in a reflective manner that aims at improving the teaching and learning experience. This learning toolkit suggests different steps and procedures for developing a course portfolio that meets […]
The course outline is considered an important contract between the faculty member and the student. It provides the students with the necessary information on the course content, its objectives and what is expected of them. Toolkit Course Outline Click Here See Link: https://chroniclevitae.com/news/1864-your-syllabus-doesn-t-have-to-look-like-a-contract
PeterDudley Lesson Study (LS) is a highly specified form of action research. It involves a group of teachers who collaboratively plan, teach and observe students’ learning in ‘research lessons’ and then analyze and record their findings in order to maximize the benefits from the teaching and learning experience. This toolkit provides practical guidance on the […]
Shukri Sanbar This toolkit focuses on the main components of the assessment process, from the moment data is collected to its interpretation. It also includes activities on how to design assessment tools that are aligned with the learning outcomes of a course. Toolkit on Assessment Click Here
The Institute has provided several classes and workshops for BU Nursing students. From 3 February 2015 to 12 May 2015, a Youth Leadership class met every Tuesday for two hours a week. Class topics included communication, personality assessments, theories of leadership, and community involvement. At the end of each course, participants were awarded certificates of completion. The course was conducted […]
On 14 May 2015, a course entitled Lasallian Leadership was conducted for 35 women from Bethlehem, Beit Sahour and Beit Jala. Br. Mark McKeon, VP for Human Resources & Administrative Affairs conducted these sessions.
The Cardinal Martini Leadership Institute in cooperation with the faculty of Nursing at BU established leadership course for Midwifery students. The course started in Fall 2014, it took place every Tuesday for two hours a week. Class topics included communication, personality assessments, theories of leadership, and community involvement. At the end of each course, students were awarded […]
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“افضل وصف يمكن اعطائه لالقتصاد الفلسطيني هو انه اقتصاد أسير و ُمقيد بفعل المعيقات والتشريعات االسرائيلية واالتفاقيات المبرمة مع السلطات االسرائيلية، ولذلك من المهم جًدا دراسة القوانين االسرائيلية لمعرفة مدى تأثيرها على الحياة التجارية واالقتصادية للفلسطينيين وخاصة القابعين منهم تحت سلطة االحتالل. ولهذا السبب قمت بقراءة واعداد ملخص بسيط الهم القضايا المتعلقة في قانون تحديد […]
“Many students turned to me showing their interest to know more about new financial and economic trends. Bitcoin represents a great illustration to those who are interested in investing and dealing with risky volatile instruments. I think it is important for our students to watch the performance of bitcoin and learn lessons from it. Below […]
In the 31st of May CETl held a workshop on Beyond Text- Arts –Based Research with the University of Chester Prof Allan Owen, and his team introduced BU faculty from all disciplines to a new approach of conducting research in the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning using different arts techniques. It is worth noting that the Erasmus […]
CETL Director Dr. Hala Nassar joined Beyond TEXT team in Finland (March 15 th -23 rd ) to launch the e-Book and teach students from all over the world in arts based research methods, at the University of LUT in Lahti and HAMK in Hammeenlina. It is worth nothing that Beyond TEXT is an Erasmus+ […]
CETL Fall Peer initiative hosted on 21 November 2019 Dr. Ahmad Fasfous from the Department of Social Science to talk about integrating principles of psychology in the teaching process. Dr. Ahmed gave a brief introduction to theories and terms and explained the importance of being aware of how memory whether short or long influence the […]
No. Subject Date/ LocationB-107 Facilitated by 1 Flipped Classroom Monday 27/01/2020Thursday 30/01/202011:00-13:00 Dr. Huwaida Rabie,Mr. Alex. HadwehMr. Elias Mukarker 2 Problem-BasedLearning Monday 03/02/2020Thursday 06/02/202011:00-13:00 Ms. Paola HandalDr. Hala Nassar 3 Project-Based Learning Monday 10/02/2020Thursday 13/02/202011:00-13:00 Dr. Ahmad FasfousMs. Paola Handal 4 AssessmentStudent Card & Course Individualization Monday 17/02/2020Thursday 20/02/202011:00-13:00 Dr. Suhail OdehMr. Mahdi Kleibo […]
الهدف العام للدورة: تيدف ىذه الدورة إلى إكساب المتدربين الميارات الضرورية إلتقان فن التصميم الجرافيكي من خالل استخدام برامج التصميم، مثل: الفوتوشوب, الميستريتور, االنديزاين ، ثم يتم تدريبيم عمى إنتاج تصاميم عالية الجودة لصور ورسومات فنية وشعارات ومنشورات وصفحات دعائية. الفئة المستهدفة: العاممون في مجال تصميم الصور و الرسومات، وتصميم الجرافيك والمجاالت المشابو،الذين يبحثون عن […]
Dr. Jamil Khader and Dr. Zein Al-Abideen Al-Awawdeh awarded research grants Dr. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research and Professor in the English Department, and Zein Al-Abideen Al-Awawdeh, Associate Professor in the Arabic Department, were awarded research grants through the Palestine Quebec Science Bridge (PQSB). The Bridge is funded by the Palestine Academy for Science and Technology, […]
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“Sowing Hope, Touching Hearts” Ms. Nour Al-Madboh, a 1996 Education graduate of Bethlehem University, along with her co-teacher, Mr. Mohammad Sadek has come to the University Library on two occasions to orient their young pupils with what a learning resource center is all about. The young third-grade pupils were toured arou nd the Library, noiselessly, as […]
“Sowing Hope, Touching Hearts” Ms. Nour Al-Madboh, a 1996 Education graduate of Bethlehem University, along with her co-teacher, Mr. Mohammad Sadek has come to the University Library on two occasions to orient their young pupils with what a learning resource center is all about. The young third-grade pupils were toured arou nd the Library, noiselessly, as […]
“Sowing Hope, Touching Hearts” Ms. Nour Al-Madboh, a 1996 Education graduate of Bethlehem University, along with her co-teacher, Mr. Mohammad Sadek has come to the University Library on two occasions to orient their young pupils with what a learning resource center is all about. The young third-grade pupils were toured around the Library, noiselessly, as they […]
“Sowing Hope, Touching Hearts” Ms. Nour Al-Madboh, a 1996 Education graduate of Bethlehem University, along with her co-teacher, Mr. Mohammad Sadek has come to the University Library on two occasions to orient their young pupils with what a learning resource center is all about. The young third-grade pupils were toured around the Library, noiselessly, as they […]
The Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences organized a ceremony to honor the nursing students who won the Farida Abu Dayyah Al-Budeiri Award on Thursday, 7 November 2019. Dean of the Faculty Ms. Mariam Awad welcomed and thanked Al-Budeiri family and Mr. Adel Al-Budeiri for annually honoring the top nursing student. She also […]
Graduate Profile: Rana Khair Winning the Inspiration Award and People’s Choice Award at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Family Challenge in California, USA, was an unforgettable experience. It was a challenge that I went through with my eldest daughter, Selina. Selina and I, Rana Khair, created an app called “My Drawings Speak Up” that analyzes children’s […]
Bethlehem University held its faculty and staff meeting on Wednesday, 15 January 2020, to mark the beginning of the spring 2020 semester. Opening prayer and reflection were led by Brother Peter Iorlano, Coordinator of Institutional Values, based on the Lasallian theme for 2020 “Great Things Are Possible”. Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, presided […]
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From: Wellington Palestine Link: https://wellingtonpalestine.nz/2020/01/17/student-life-in-occupied-palestine/ Date: JANUARY 17, 2020 On Tuesday 11th of February Wellington Palestine hosted a free public talk by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in Palestine. Peter is a New Zealander and a De La Salle brother who has been at Bethlehem University since 2008. He talked to an […]
Bethlehem University held its faculty and staff meeting on Wednesday, 15 January 2020, to mark the beginning of the spring 2020 semester. Opening prayer and reflection were led by Brother Peter Iorlano, Coordinator of Institutional Values, based on the Lasallian theme for 2020 “Great Things Are Possible”. Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, presided […]
“Dancing Dabke is the only thing that helps me get out of the depression of passing checkpoints,” said Nour Bakri a fourth-year student from Jerusalem who is majoring in Business Administration. “When I hear the sound of music, I disengage from the whole world; I start to move my legs without even realizing it.” Nour […]
The Alumni Relations Office organized the annual alumni Christmas party for the graduates and their children in the auditorium on Friday, 3 January 2020. The alumni were greeted by Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, Vice President for Advancement Brother Belayneh Medhanit, FSC, and Alumni Relations Officer Ms. Haneen Musleh. Ms. Haneen welcomed the alumni on […]
“I eagerly await Fridays so I can play with the children and put smiles on their faces,” Christine Handal said. Christine, a third-year student majoring in Primary Level Education, took part in the Faculty of Education’s Art Club during the 2019 spring semester. The Art Club was established in 2014 by students in the Faculty […]
Graduate Profile: Rana Khair Winning the Inspiration Award and People’s Choice Award at the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Family Challenge in California, USA, was an unforgettable experience. It was a challenge that I went through with my eldest daughter, Selina. Selina and I, Rana Khair, created an app called “My Drawings Speak Up” that analyzes children’s […]
Bethlehem University held its Christmas Midnight Mass at the University’s Chapel of the Divine Child which was presided over by Father Iyad Twal, Chairperson of the Department of Humanities. Though the beautiful Chapel at Bethlehem University always exudes a warm atmosphere, this spirit is particularly alive on Christmas Eve, when worshippers give thanks to the […]
The following is an email from Brother Belayneh Medhanit, FSC, Vice President for Advancement at Bethlehem University. Dear Friends, Supporters, and Graduates of Bethlehem University, As we approach Christmas, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a blessed new year.I am sending you a video message of our Vice Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray, […]
The Deputy Head of Mission at the Representative Office of Switzerland, Kirianoff Crimmins Laetitia, visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 12 December 2019. Brother Belayneh Medhanit, Vice President for Advancement, and Isaac Sahhar, Assistant Vice President for Advancement, welcomed the Deputy Head on campus. Brother Belayneh explained the latest development plans of the University including the […]
Bethlehem University Women’s Basketball Team won the Palestinian Universities Basketball Championship that took place at Al-Quds University on Saturday, 7 December 2019. The day was filled with enthusiasm, competitive spirit and thirst for victory. Our team won first place after beating Beirzeit University’s team in the final match. The Director of the Athletics Department […]
Fifteen Bethlehem University students participated in the Model United Nations (MUN) Conference that was held at the Caesar Hotel in Ramallah on Friday and Saturday, 29-30 November 2019. The Palestinian Institute of Public Diplomacy (PIPD) and German NGO Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) organized the Palestine Universities MUN Conference 2019. The Conference was attended by MUN […]
Prof. Jamil Khader, Dean of Research, attended a meeting, organized by the Palestine Academy for Science and Technology, to explore possible future collaboration and cooperation with the Royal Society of London, at the Ministry of Higher Education on Thursday, 05 December 2019, in Ramallah. The Royal Society of London, which was established in 1660, is the UK’s independent […]
Bethlehem University held a fundraising gala dinner on Friday, 29 November 2019, which brought together around 200 guests and dignitaries to celebrate the continued success of the University and to support the new “Georgette Salameh Center”. Development Officer Ms. Shahinda Nassar, who served as Master of Ceremonies, welcomed the guests and acknowledged the presence of […]
The Office of the Dean of Research announces the publication of the new issue of the Bethlehem University Journal, which is a special issue in the humanities, media, and literary studies that deals with Palestinian studies. The volume includes articles by different Palestinian scholars from various Palestinian universities, including Dr. Said Ayyad, Dr. Omar Abed Rabo, and Ms. Shada Abu […]
Dean of Research Professor Jamil Khader participated in a meeting about academic and research collaboration between Palestinian and French universities in Campus France in Paris from 18 to 19 November 2019. The meeting was also attended by various representatives from Palestinian and French universities, the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education, and the Palestinian Academy for […]
Under the auspices of the Danish House in Palestine, the Faculty of Arts, and the Department of Humanities, the Office of the Dean of Research held an event to launch the new book “The Ever Elusive Past: Discussions of Palestine’s History and Heritage”, by the Danish researchers Thomas Thompson and Ingrid Hjelm on Thursday, 21 […]
The Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences organized a ceremony to honor the nursing students who won the Farida Abu Dayyah Al-Budeiri Award on Thursday, 7 November 2019. Dean of the Faculty Ms. Mariam Awad welcomed and thanked Al-Budeiri family and Mr. Adel Al-Budeiri for annually honoring the top nursing student. She also […]
Professor Robin Graham-Brown, KC*HS, National Membership Officer at the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) – Lieutenancy of England & Wales, visited Bethlehem University from 31 October 2019 to 3 November 2019. Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences Ms. Mariam Awad welcomed Prof. Graham-Brown on campus and briefed him […]
Bethlehem University hosted the Ninth Palestinian International Chemistry Conference on 1-2 November 2019. The conference was organized by the Palestinian Chemical Society in coordination with Palestine Academy for Science and Technology and Bethlehem University, During the opening session, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Chair of the Conference Dr. Michael Hanania welcomed the attendees […]
On Tuesday, 29 October 2019, a delegation from the Palestine Students Scholarship Fund (PSSF) visited Bethlehem University to meet with students who receive the PSSF scholarships. The delegation comprised of Malek Al-Massad, Ali Ata, Khalil Khalil, Khalil Ismail, Ziad Farhan, and Muhammad Al-Asfar. Vice President for Financial Affairs Youil Anastas, Students Finance Manager Sandy Bassous, […]
Bethlehem University hosted the meeting of the Executive Board of the International Association of La Salle Universities (IALU) on 24 and 25 October 2019. Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University Brother Peter Bray welcomed the Board on campus and told them that their presence here gives hope to students that they are not forgotten by the […]
Bethlehem University Alumni Relations Office organized a reunion for the 70s and 80s graduates on Friday, 25 October 2019, on campus. With much excitement, former students gathered to be part of this meeting which included remembering the beautiful memories at the University with colleagues and teachers. Alumni Relations Officer Haneen Musleh said the University always […]
The Palestinian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research H.E. Prof. Mahmoud Abu Mouis visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 24 October 2019. Executive Vice President Dr. Michael Sansour, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Irene Hazou, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Muna Matar, Deans and members of the Student Senate met with the […]
President of the Higher Presidential Committee of Churches Affairs, H.E. Dr. Ramzi Khoury, the Director General of the Palestinian National Fund, and General Manager of the Committee Ambassador Amira Hanania visited Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 22 October 2019. Executive Vice President, Dr. Michael Sansour; Assistant Vice President for Advancement, Isaac Sahhar; Chair of the Printing […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed Mr. Samir Adel Aweidah who visited campus on Monday, 21 October 2019. Brother Peter presented to Mr. Aweidah the latest development which included the engagement of the Samir Aweidah Clinical Simulation Center with the community. They both visited the Cardinal Foley Hall (Nursing Building), where the Samir Aweidah Clinical Simulation Center will be […]
The Bethlehem University Debate Team won the final round of the debate tournament against the Arab American University debate team on Thursday, 17 October 2019, at Ceaser Hotel in Ramallah. The tournament was organized by Filastiniyat Organization, in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Palestinian Universities where nine Palestinian […]
A delegation from Bethlehem University visited Hebron on Wednesday, 16 October 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray met with Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Abdo Hamza Idris and a number of its board members. He also met with the President of the Palestinian Businessmen Forum Muhammad Herbawi and a number of its […]
Bethlehem University held a press conference on Wednesday, 16 October 2019, to announce its projects for the celebrations of Bethlehem as the Capital of Arab Culture for 2020. Executive Vice President Dr. Michael Sansour, Chairman of the Bethlehem University Committee for the Bethlehem 2020 celebrations, gave a brief speech on the cultural significance of this […]
The Athletic Department at Bethlehem University, in cooperation with Mr. Issa Rishmawi, former President of the Palestinian Tennis Association and the University’s volunteer tennis coach, has organized the Fifth Annual Tennis Tournament to honor the memory of the late Brother Cyril Litecky. On Friday, 11 October 2019, the final game was held in the presence […]
The aim of this international mobility project agreement is cross-cultural and linguistic exchange among students from both institutions.
Congratulations to His Eminence Michael Cardinal Fitzgerald, a longtime friend and supporter of Bethlehem University, on the announcement of his creation as a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church at a public consistory on Saturday, 5 October 2019. Cardinal Fitzgerald was called forward by Pope Francis who gave him his red biretta and ring. He was […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray met with the Executive Director of the Association Bethlehem University (ABU) Switzerland Oliver Schneitter Ashton on Tuesday, 1 October 2019. Brother Peter thanked Mr. Schneitter for the work they are doing to promote the mission of Bethlehem University. Brother Peter also presented the University’s latest development projects. Mr. Schneitter also […]
Bethlehem University hosted on Tuesday, 17 September 2019, the Knights and Ladies of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ)- USA Middle Atlantic Lieutenancy and EOHSJ- USA Eastern Lieutenancy. Her Excellency Valencia Yvonne Camp, DGCH, Lieutenant of EOHSJ- USA Middle Atlantic Lieutenancy led a group of 45 people including Michael J. Ruck, Sr, KSG, KGCHS and Lady […]
President of the Lions Club in Bethlehem and Partner of Deloitte audit firm, Samir Sahhar, visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday, 18 September 2019. Executive Vice President, Dr. Michael Sansur, and Assistant Vice President for Advancement, Isaac Sahhar, welcomed the guest and showed him around campus. Several aspects of cooperation were discussed during the meeting that aimed at providing […]
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas signed a presidential decree appointing Ambassador Dr. Amal Jadou (BU’95) as Undersecretary of the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, 15 September 2019. By this decree, Dr. Jadou became the first Palestinian woman to fill this post. Dr. Jadou was born in the Aida Refugee Camp in Bethlehem. She has a […]
The Jesuits of the Near East Province and the De La Salle Brothers at Bethlehem University held a mass on Saturday, 14 September 2019, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Father Peter DuBrul’s ordination to the priesthood this year. Faculty, staff, students, and friends of Father Peter attended the Mass that was held in the Chapel of the […]
The Dean of Students Office organized an event for cultural performances on Thursday, 12 September 2019, in the Amphitheater. Wajd Musical group, Majdal group for Dabka and Folklore, Layali drama group, and BU graduate the musician Ibrahim Abu Laban performed in front of a large number of students. Bethlehem University brings a wide range of […]
Bethlehem University celebrated the beginning of the new academic year 2019-2020 by holding the Mass of the Holy Spirit on Thursday, 5 September 2019. The main celebrant of the mass was His Eminence Bishop Giacinto-Boulos Marcuzzo, Latin Patriarchal Vicar for Jerusalem and Palestine and a member of the Bethlehem University International Board of Regents, together […]
A delegation from the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations (IFMSA) in Jerusalem visited Bethlehem University to sign a service agreement. The agreement includes providing students from the IFMSA with the Basic Life Support (BLS) Course at the American Heart Association International Training Center for cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the Clinical Simulation Center at the […]
Bethlehem University mourns the death of His Eminence Achille Cardinal Silvestrini, the Prefect Emeritus of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches. Cardinal Silvestrini, a longtime friend and supporter of Bethlehem University, passed away peacefully in Rome on Thursday, 29 August 2019, at the age of 95. He was appointed Prefect of the Congregation for the Oriental […]
On Tuesday, 27 August 2019, Bethlehem University’s faculty and staff gathered in the auditorium for the annual meeting to prepare for and start the new academic year 2019-2020. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Irene Hazou presided over the meeting and welcomed everybody back for the year. The meeting began with a reflection by Brother […]
Bethlehem University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bethlehem Governorate on Wednesday, 7 August 2019. The MoU aimed to enhance cooperation between government and academic institutions in Bethlehem to serve the local community. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and His Excellency Bethlehem Governor Kamel Humeid signed the MoU in the presence of the Executive […]
A delegation from the Representative Office of Ecuador in Palestine visited Bethlehem University on Wednesday, 24 July 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed Dr. Luis Arellano Jibaja, the State Minister to the Ecuadorian Representative Office to Palestine, on his first visit to Bethlehem University. After a short introductory film about the University, Brother Peter […]
Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray met with the Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Shtayyeh in the Prime Minister’s Headquarters in Ramallah on Tuesday, 23 July 2019. This is the first meeting with the Palestinian Government. Brother Peter invited Dr. Shtayyeh to the renaming of the University Library which will be held in April 2020. Dr. […]
“The students’ reaction during science fairs is our source of motivation and inspiration. School students think we perform magic when they see the experiments,” group leader Randa Alobayyat said. Randa is one of twenty-five students who run a science outreach program in the West Bank called Science4People. The team demonstrates physics through simple experiments that […]
The Friends of Bethlehem University – GB has been established as a charity and was publicly launched last June. During his visit, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Brother Peter Bray, gave separate speeches at three events that were held in London at the House of Lords hosted by Lord Andrew Lansley; in Glasgow at Glasgow […]
Success Story of Rula Eid After high school, I was at a crossroads: to get married or continue my education. These were the options my father gave me. I chose married life. A few months after my marriage, I got pregnant with triplets: two boys and a girl. However, I got divorced soon after I […]
The International Board of Regents of Bethlehem University met at the Generalate of the Christian Brothers de La Salle in Rome on 27-29 June 2019. Work during these three days was conducted by Professor Bart McGettrick, Chairman of the International Board of Regents; Brother Peter Bray, FSC, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University; and Brother Robert […]
Bethlehem University conferred degrees upon 764 graduates during its 43rd commencement on Monday and Tuesday, 24 and 25 June 2019. The event took place at Auditorium in the Social Cultural Center in the presence of the Chancellor, H. E. Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli; Vice Chancellor, Br. Peter Bray; the Deans of the faculties; Faculty and Staff members; […]
A delegation from the CEU San Pablo University visited Bethlehem University on Monday, 24 June 2019. The delegation was welcomed by Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irene Hazou; Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Ms. Hanadi Soudah Younan; Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Ms. Mariam Awad; Chairperson of Arabic, Dr. […]
A Chilean Palestinian delegation from the Bethlehem 2000 Foundation visited Bethlehem University last week. The delegation included the Executive Director of the Foundation, Mr. Alexis Sfier; Chairman of the Palestinian Community in Chile, Mr. Maurice Khamis; and members from the Foundation. Executive Vice President, Dr. Michael Sansur; Assistant Vice President for Advancement, Mr. Isaac Sahhar, […]
Palestine contains diverse habitats for such a small country and is biologically more diverse than some countries ten times its size. For the first time, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) at Bethlehem University is carrying out projects that protect both people and nature. Several plant species are declining rapidly due to political […]
Bethlehem University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beit Jala Municipality on Friday, 14 June 2019, in the Municipality Headquarters. Vice Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray, and Beit Jala Mayor, Nicola Khamis, signed the MoU in the presence of the Director of the Institute of Community Partnership (ICP), Moussa Rabadi, and a number of the […]
The Department of Social Sciences at Bethlehem University has partnered with the Department of Social Sciences at the Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine – Westphalia (KatHO) in Germany for an academic exchange program that will continue for the coming 15 years. The Department’s Chairperson and program coordinator, Dr. Ferdoos Abed Rabbo Al-Issa, […]
Dr. David Smith, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Friends of Bethlehem University – Great Britain (FoBU-GB), visited Bethlehem University on Monday, 27 May 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray met Dr. Smith and welcomed him on campus. They discussed the final arrangements for Brother Peter’s visit to London, Glasgow, and Liverpool in June. […]
Bethlehem University community celebrated the life and remembered the dedication of Brother Anton De Roeper, FSC, in a memorial mass on Friday, 24 May 2019, in the Chapel of the Divine Child. Father Mamdouh Abu Sada presided over the memorial mass assisted by Father Peter DuBrul, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies. Brother Anton passed away […]
Deputy Head of Mission at the New Zealand Embassy in Cairo, Mr. Ross Batchelor; and Desk Officer for Palestine at the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, Ms. Jennecca Evalu, visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 23 May 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Development Officer Ms. Shahinda Nassar met the delegation and […]
A delegation from the Chilean Parliament led by MP Sergio Gahona visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 23 May 2019. The delegation included seven members of the Chilean Parliament from different political groups in addition to members of the Palestinian community in Chile. Executive Vice President Dr. Michael Sansur welcomed the delegation and briefed them about […]
Mrs. Claudette Habesch, Chair of the Board of Trustees, has stepped down from Bethlehem University Board of Trustees after their meeting on Tuesday, 21 May 2019. Mrs. Habesch has been on the Board for 22 years as a member including the last 3 years as Chair of the Board. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray said […]
The Arabic Department at Bethlehem University held a launching ceremony for Sister Raymonde Cobin’s book “the world is my homeland and people are my brothers and sisters” on Monday, 20 May 2019. Chairperson of the Arabic Department, Dr. Said Ayyad, welcomed the attendees after playing the Palestinian anthem. He said the Department was proud that […]
Bethlehem University mourns the death of Brother Anton De Roeper, former vice-Chancellor of Bethlehem University. Brother Anton passed away peacefully on Saturday 18 May 2019 in the UK, a few days short of his 85th birthday.Brother Anton first came to Bethlehem University in 1977 as a lecturer, leaving in 1979 to lecture at Hopwood, Liverpool before returning to […]
On Wednesday, 15 May 2019, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed Dr. Pedro Blanco, the Representative of Mexico in Palestine, on his first visit to Bethlehem University since assuming office in September 2018. Vice President for Advancement, Brother Denis Loft; Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irene Hazou; Communications Officer, George Rishmawi; and Brother Alejandro […]
Members of the Victoria Lieutenancy of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) visited Bethlehem University as part of their pilgrimage tour to the Holy Land on Monday, 13 May 2019. Leading the group was Lieutenant Emeritus William Kininmonth, KC*HS, who along with his group, were greeted by Brother Denis Loft, Vice […]
As you walk through the second floor of the De La Salle building, you cannot but be amazed by the three icons written by Sr. Marie-Paul Farran, O.S.B.. The triptych was dedicated in August of 2010. Sr. Marie-Paul passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at the age of 89 in Jerusalem leaving a legacy […]
The Institute of Oral Cultural Heritage of the Palestinians / Bethlehem University published a new book titled “An Etymological Lexicon of Foreign Words in Palestinian Arabic”. The book deals with the etymology of foreign words in the Palestinian dialect. The words were collected in the last two decades from informants in different locations in Palestine […]
Following the visit of H.E. Michael Scott Feeley, Lieutenant of the Western Lieutenancy, last April, Deacon Sir Ryan Adams led a pilgrimage group of members of the Western Lieutenancy of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) on a visit to Bethlehem University on Thursday, 9 May 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray […]
Bethlehem University was very pleased to welcome to campus Mrs. Danielle Haven, Consul General of Belgium in Jerusalem, on Tuesday, 7 May 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray briefed the Consul General of the latest development plans of Bethlehem University. He also thanked the Consul General for the support of the Belgium people through the […]
The newly appointed Palestinian Minister of Culture, Dr. Atef Abu Saif, visited Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 7 May 2019. Executive Vice Chancellor, Dr. Michael Sansur, welcomed Dr. Abu Saif and briefed him with the mission and history of Bethlehem University. They discussed the current preparations to celebrate Bethlehem as the Capital of Arab Culture for […]
Chilean businessman of Palestinian origins, Dr. Álvaro Saieh Bendeck, visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 2 May 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed Dr. Saieh and introduced him to Bethlehem University through an introductory tour of the campus, followed by a luncheon in the Institute of Hotel Management. Dr. Saieh expressed his admiration of the […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History at Bethlehem University in partnership with Masar Ibrahim Al-Khalil held an opening ceremony of the Ethnography Exhibit under the patronage of Bethlehem Governor, Mr. Kamel Hamid, on Tuesday, 30 April 2019. Dr. Michael Sansur, Executive Vice President, emphasized the role of Bethlehem University in promoting cultural work through academic […]
Bethlehem University honored outstanding student achievements during the annual Honors Day ceremony organized by the Dean of Students Office on Thursday, 2 May 2019. The two students with the highest GPA in the fall 2018 semester from each faculty received award plaques for their achievement, and certificates were distributed to all students with 3.5 GPA […]
The Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration held its annual educational Business Market from Tuesday, 30 April 2019 until Friday, 3 May 2019. Dr. Fadi Kattan, Dean of the Faculty, said at the opening ceremony that senior students had worked for three months in groups supervised by their professors, where they negotiated with companies’ […]
Sponsored by Al-Mashreq Insurance Company On Wednesday, 17 April 2019, the Dean of Students Office organized the annual career day at the auditorium in which more than 35 companies and organizations participated. Around 400 work interviews were held with senior students and graduates during the event that aimed to increase employment opportunities for Bethlehem University […]
Bethlehem University and the Cardinal Wyszyński University in Warsaw signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, 15 April 2019 in the Executive Conference Room. The general purpose of this agreement is to promote collaborative research, other educational developments, and to further mutual understanding. The signing was done by Dr. Michael Sansur, Executive Vice President, and […]
The Department of Software Engineering at Bethlehem University held its second annual workshop on Software Engineering on Wednesday, 10 April 2019 at Furno Hall. Information technology professionals and software engineers from the private sector attended the workshop in addition to members of faculty, staff and students. The workshop was sponsored by PALAst, ProGineer Technologies, iconnect […]
On 7 April 2019, Bethlehem University faculty, staff, and the De La Salle Christian Brothers commemorated the 300th anniversary of the death of Saint John Baptist De La Salle, the Founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the Patron Saint of all teachers. The worldwide tercentenary campaign is titled “#300LaSalle: One Heart; One Commitment; […]
The Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences along with the Alumni Office held a reunion for all the faculty’s alumni on Tuesday, 2 April 2019. The open day aimed to empower nurses in the field of health work and to strengthen the management and leadership skills of senior students. Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. […]
“Development in Palestine: Trends and Alternatives” The Social Sciences Department at Bethlehem University held its seventh annual conference entitled “Development in Palestine: Trends and Alternatives” sponsored by the United Palestinian Appeal (UPA) on Tuesday, 02 April 2019. This year’s conference aimed at creating a thinking space to deal with and criticize development concepts. It […]
Link: https://www.middleeasteye.net/discover/biodiversity-and-hope-flourish-palestines-first-natural-history-museum From: Middle East Eye By Megan Giovannetti in Bethlehem, occupied West Bank The museum’s vision is of a sustainable community where humans and nature work and live together harmoniously Dr Mazin Qumsiyeh is sitting under the spring sun in the garden of Palestine’s first and only museum of natural history, proud of what […]
Bethlehem University has signed an agreement for its 100th endowed scholarship with Mr. Naim Jadue Ganem of Chile. Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement met and welcomed Mr. Jadue who visited campus during his visit to Palestine last Thursday. Mr. Jadue’s endowed scholarship was made in memory of his grandparents; Bishara Hanna Jadallah Hadweh and […]
Bethlehem University’s English Department announced the winners of its third Creative Writing Competition on Thursday, 14 March 2019. Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Chairperson of the Department, Ms. Hanadi Younan, thanked the competition committee and announced the winners of this year. The 1st prize winner in Poetry was Eslam Dabank from the […]
The new volume of the Bethlehem University Journal (BUJ) has just come out and can be accessed on JSTOR by clicking here.This is a special issue that deals with different aspects of education and pedagogy in Palestine, the region, and the world, and includes articles on plagiarism at Bethlehem University, vocational training, and violence. BUJ is also […]
Bethlehem University was delighted to welcome a group of patrons and friends of the Bethlehem University Foundation on campus on Thursday, 28 February 2019. Led by John Schlageter, the Foundation’s Executive Director, the pilgrimage was directed by Monsignor Walter R. Rossi, Rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, […]
Bethlehem University alumna and 2018 Valedictorian, Lara Kasbari, has been selected to represent the MENA Region (Middle East and North Africa) at the 10th annual G(irls)20 Summit in Japan in May. “G(irls)20 is coming to Japan for the 10th annual Global Summit. 20+ young women from around the world will arrive in Tokyo for a […]
Bethlehem University hosted the 12th International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF) shortlist discussion on Thursday, 7 February 2019. The second panel discussion on this year’s shortlist was held in Furno Hall with IPAF judge Zhang HongYi, Chair of Trustees Professor Yasir Suleiman, and Prize Administrator Fleur Montanaro. In his welcoming remarks, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray […]
The Grand Master of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) His Eminence Cardinal Edwin F. O’Brien and the Governor General of the EOHSJ His Excellency Ambassador Leonardo Visconti di Modrone visited Bethlehem University on Monday, 4 February 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray welcomed His Eminence and the group members whose presence […]
Link: https://aa-books.com/events/cbf775e-bethlehem-to-be-the-capital-of-arab-culture-for-2020 From: Arab World Books Venue: Bethlehem Date: February 01 – 30, 2020 Bethlehem University held a press conference on Wednesday, 16 October 2019, to announce its projects for the celebrations of Bethlehem as the Capital of Arab Culture for 2020. Executive Vice President Dr. Michael Sansour, Chairman of the Bethlehem University Committee for […]
President of Malta Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca visited Bethlehem University campus and gave a lecture on “Tourism for Peace” on Thursday, 31 January 2019. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and the Executive Council welcomed President Coleiro Preca and the delegation accompanying her. Brother Peter thanked Malta’s President for her visit as it “helps to keep hope […]
Bethlehem University faculty and staff gathered for a meeting on Wednesday, 16 January 2019, after the Christmas and New Year’s break to mark the beginning of the new Spring 2019 semester. Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Irene Hazou presided over the meeting which began with a reflection by Brother Peter Iorlano, Coordinator of Institutional […]
The Alumni Relations Office organized the annual alumni Christmas party for the graduates and their children at the auditorium on Friday, 4 January 2019. The alumni were greeted by Vice President for Advancement Brother Denis Loft, FSC, and Alumni Relations Officer Ms. Haneen Musleh. Brother Denis wished everyone a new year full of happiness and […]
The Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration held “Bethlehem University Social Business Day” on Friday, 14 December 2018, to launch the Yunus Social Business Centre. Master of Ceremonies Dean of the Faculty Dr. Fadi Kattan welcomed the attendees and the guests who were coming from the University of Florence. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray […]
The Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences at Bethlehem University held the first international Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing Conference on Tuesday, 4 December 2018. The conference was attended by Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences Mrs. Maryam Awad, Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Asaad Ramlawi, representatives […]
Bethlehem University hosted Dr. Rebecca Stein, Associate Professor of Cultural Anthropology at Duke University, on campus on Monday, 3 December 2018. Students, Faculty, and Staff attended the lecture which was on the intersection of new media technologies and the Israeli military occupation. Dr. Stein’s lecture addressed the question: what can the study of digital media […]
The New Urban Resources “NUR” project was launched at Bethlehem University on Thursday, 30 November 2018. The NUR project is the result of a cooperation agreement between Bethlehem and Turin municipalities and is co-funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation for a 3-year period. Luigi Bisceglia, VIS Representative and coordinator of the MICAD program, […]
Bethlehem University held its annual Christmas tree lighting and Christmas party on Thursday, 29 November 2018. The ceremony took place in De La Salle building where dozens of students, faculty and staff gathered. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray wished Bethlehem University community God’s blessings this Christmas season. Brother Peter and the Student Senate’s President lit […]
The Palestine Museum of Natural History – Bethlehem University held a launching event for the “Building the Capacity to Protect the Palestinian Land and Heritage through Museology and Ecotourism” Project on Tuesday, 27 November 2018. The project is funded by the British Council through the Cultural Protection Fund and is implemented by the Museum in […]
Bethlehem University held a handover ceremony of the new 30KW solar photovoltaic panels that were installed on the rooftop of its 125 year-old De La Salle Building. The project, supported by the Czech Republic through the Czech Republic Development Cooperation, was implemented by Brothers Engineers for Contracting, Excellent Systems Co., at the instigation of the […]
Four Bethlehem University students were featured on the front cover of the International Center for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) Spring-Summer 2018 magazine. ICTP is one of the prominent scientific centers in Italy. The students, who run a science outreach program in the West Bank called Science4People, illustrated physics through simple experiments that can be done with […]
As a tribute to her contribution to education, civic services, and philanthropic activities, Bethlehem University presented Mrs. Suad Husseini Juffali with an honorary doctorate in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on 30th October 2018. Bethlehem University recognized Mrs. Juffali for her longstanding and steadfast support of the University’s educational mission and disabled students with financial […]
Friends of Bethlehem University in Abu Dhabi organized in cooperation with the Alumni Relations Office at Bethlehem University, a gathering for twenty plus of Bethlehem University alumni at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Abu Dhabi on Friday, 19 October 2018. The alumni met with Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, the Chief Operating Officer of Millennium […]
The Alumni Relations Office at Bethlehem University organized a reunion for the graduates of the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism in the auditorium on Friday, 19 October 2018. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray, the Director of the Institute Mr. Nabil Al-Mufdi, Executive Council members, professors, and students welcomed the graduates. Alumni Relations Officer Haneen […]
A delegation from the Palestine Students Scholarship Fund visited Bethlehem University Campus to meet with students who receive scholarships on Thursday, 18 October 2018. The delegation comprised of Vice President Amir Darwish, Malek Al-Massad, Ali Ata, Khalil Khalil, Mohammed Abdullah, and Ziad Farhan. Vice President for Advancement Brother Denis Loft and Development Officer Shahinda Nassar welcomed the […]
A Chilean businessmen delegation, accompanied by Mr. Salim Hodali, Manager of the Representative Office of Bank of Palestine in Chile, visited Bethlehem University campus on Tuesday, 16 October 2018. Vice Chancellor, Brother Peter Bray, welcomed them and explained the University’s mission especially being the Beacon of Hope. The delegation also met with students who shared […]
Implemented by UNRWA Bethlehem University celebrates start of work in the “Bethlehem University Tourism Institute”, funded by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the Saudi Fund for Development On Tuesday, 25 September 2018, Bethlehem University held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new “Bethlehem University Tourism Institute”, constructed on property purchased by the university in 2013. […]
Mr. Robert Benson passed into eternal life on Saturday, 15 September 2018, after a long illness. Mr. Benson has been a devoted and energetic Friend of Bethlehem University for more than 20 years. He served on the International Board of Regents of Bethlehem University, was the Founder and Chair of the Friends of Bethlehem University […]
Bethlehem University and the Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) signed an agreement to extend the support of the Higher Diploma Programme in Oncology and Palliative Care on Monday, 10 September 2018. Aimee Shalan, Chief Executive of MAP, Steven James, Chairman of MAP, Mira Mukarker, Director of MAP Programmes in the West Bank, and Mariam Awad, […]
The official opening of the MICAD program for the academic year 2018-2019 was held on Friday, 7 September 2018, at Bethlehem University. His Excellency Fabio Sokolowicz, the Consul General of Italy in Jerusalem, and Dr. Cristina Natoli, the representative of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation in Jerusalem, attended the event. Dr. Fadi Kattan, Dean […]
The Mass of the Holy Spirit was held Thursday, 6 September 2018, at the Chapel of the Divine Child to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year. Father Francesco Patton, the Custos of the Holy Land, was the main celebrant of the mass. A […]
Maurice Khamis, a longtime friend and supporter of Bethlehem University, visited campus on Monday, 3 September 2018. Mr. Khamis is the elected chairman of the Palestinian Community in Chile who is joining a group of Chilean Parliamentarians in their visit to Palestine. During the visit, Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray and Mr. Khamis visited the John Patrick Cardinal Foley Hall project site, […]
A delegation from the Chilean Parliament visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 30 of August. The delegation included Mr. Maurice Khamis, elected chairman of the Palestinian Community in Chile, and ten members of the Chilean Parliament from different political groups. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, welcomed the delegation and briefed them about Bethlehem University and its mission to […]
On Friday 17 August, the entire Bethlehem University staff and faculty assembled to greet one another, catch up on the latest university news, new policies, 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. In his welcoming speech, Brother […]
On Wednesday and Thursday, August 15th and 16th, Bethlehem University held its annual orientation for all new students. The auditorium was packed as the student body of Bethlehem University continues to increase. Around 1040 new students were accepted this academic year. Organized by the Dean of Students Office, Wednesday’s event started with introducing the new […]
A delegation from the Representative Office of the Czech Republic in Ramallah visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 2 August 2018. The delegation included Mr. Pavel Bobek, Deputy Head of Mission, and Candida Novák Horňáková, Development Cooperation and Economic Affairs Coordinator. Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement, welcomed the delegation and briefed them on the […]
On Friday, 13 July 2018, Bethlehem University welcomed Dr. Zachariah Abudabbouseh, professor at Northwest University in China, along with 10 Chinese delegates. The visitors were welcomed by Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement, and Ms. Amjaad Musleh, Guest Relations Officer. Brother Denis thanked the delegation for visiting Bethlehem University and hoped to establish collaboration […]
On Wednesday, 11 July 2018, the Holy Land Christian Ecumenical Foundation “HCEF” brought a delegation of Palestinian youths living in the diaspora for a visit to Bethlehem University. The program, known as “Know Thy Heritage”, celebrated the return of 14 Palestinian youths living in the diaspora from 7 different countries – Australia, Canada, Chile, Denmark, […]
Nada Qashqish, who is undergoing treatment at the Augusta Victoria Hospital, sat for the admission exam of Bethlehem University at the hospital on Thursday, 19 July 2018. The Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Irene Hazou, and a delegation from the university visited Qashqish to hold the exam. Dr. Hazou pointed out that the university […]
On Wednesday, 18 July 2018, Bethlehem University signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with eight Information Technology companies in Palestine. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, signed the MOUs together with the representatives of the companies. The aim was to provide software engineering students with opportunities of internships during their studies. This was supported […]
Bethlehem University welcomed a Chilean professional women delegation to campus on Tuesday, 3 July 2018. The delegation was welcomed by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement and Ms. Amjaad Musleh, Guest Relations Officer. The delegation was accompanied by Mr. Salim Hodali (BU’05), Manager of the Representative Office of Bank […]
Bethlehem University conferred degrees on 712 graduates on 25 and 26 June at the University’s 42nd annual graduation ceremony. Dr. Said Ayyad, Chairman of the Arabic Department, served as Master of Ceremonies and opened the commencement ceremony with Palestine’s national anthem. Dr. Ayyad welcomed the attendees and wished the graduates a bright future. Following the University […]
On Tuesday, 12 June 2018, Bethlehem University welcomed H.E. Mrs. Myroslava Shcherbatyuk, Director-General for the Middle East and Africa, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Ukraine. Joining her was H.E. Mr. Mykola Leschenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Palestine. The visitors were welcomed by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Irene Hazou, Academic Vice President, Brother […]
Bethlehem University launched on Monday 11 June the John Patrick Cardinal Foley Hall project which will house the Tarek Juffali Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences. The Master of the Ceremony, Dr. Irene Hazou, Academic Vice President, welcomed the guests. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, thanked the donors who contributed to this […]
Bethlehem University and the Monetary Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday, June 7, 2018 in the Executive Conference Room. The general purpose of this agreement is establishing a joint cooperation to serve the academic sector through joint activities including banking and finance awareness lectures. It also aims to organize practical training programs […]
On May 16th, Bethlehem University Foundation Board Member, Ghassan Salameh set out on the Camino de Santiago from St. Jean, France. He has walked over 160 miles, and will walk over 500 miles by the time he reaches Santiago de Compostela, Spain, on June 27th. Ghassan has stopped in more than 13 villages along his […]
The Korean Representative to Palestine, H.E. Young-sam Choi, and a delegation from the Representative’s Office visited Bethlehem University on Monday, 21 May 2018. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement, Dr. Irene Hazou, Academic Vice President, and Dr. Mazin Qumsieh, Director of Palestine Museum of Natural History, welcomed the delegation […]
On Thursday 10 May 2018, Bethlehem University, together with the United Nations’ Development Program/Program of Assistance to the Palestinian People (UNDP/PAPP) and the German Representative Office celebrated the inauguration of the additional floor at Al-Qubeibeh Nursing School, built with funds from the KFW Entwicklungsbank in Germany. On 10th May 2017 the German Representative Office in […]
Faculty and staff were recognized for their service to Bethlehem University at the annual celebration of De La Salle Day on Saturday, 12 May 2018. The Feast Day of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of All Teachers and the founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, is celebrated worldwide on […]
The Alumni Relations Office organized a reunion for the Sir John McGuckin Mentoring and Internship Program Alumni on Friday, 11 May 2018. Brother Denis Loft, Vice President for Advancement, and Ms. Haneen Musleh, Alumni Relations Officer, greeted and welcomed the alumni on this special day. The reunion brought back all the good memories about the […]
Bethlehem University hosted a lecture for the renowned Maltese Literature Academic, Dr. Norbert Bugeja, on Friday, 11 May 2018, in cooperation with the Representative Office of the Republic of Malta. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, welcomed the Representative of Malta to Palestine, His Excellency Mr. Reuben Gauci, and said that the university is open for […]
The Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences along with the Alumni Office held a reunion for all the faculty’s alumni on Tuesday, 8 May 2018 entitled “Open Day for Faculty of Nursing Alumni 1980-2018”. The Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Brother Peter Bray, the Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Mariam Awad, the Palestinian Ambassador […]
The Office of Coordinator of Institutional Values and the Religious Studies Department held a colloquium entitled “Violence: How it forms us and how we can be self-critical about it” on Thursday, 3 May 2018. Brother Peter Iorlano, the Coordinator of Institutional Values, welcomed the attendees and hoped that the colloquium will enable the audience to […]
Bethlehem University is working to support students and alumni as they shape their career paths and future livelihoods. The annual career day, held on Thursday 3 May 2018, brought potential employers together with students and graduates. Sponsored by the Arab Bank, more than 40 employers with around 70 job opportunities from the private, public, business, […]
The Faculty of Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub of Business Administration held its annual educational Business Market from Saturday, April 28 until Monday 30 April 2018. Senior business students implemented their final seminar projects in a real market environment where they set up their booths and sold various products. The auditorium was packed with visitors including many […]
A delegation from Galilee Hospital in Nazareth visited Bethlehem University on Thursday, 26 April 2018. Executive Vice President, Dr. Michael Sansour, Vice President for Advancement, Brother Denis Loft, and Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences, Mariam Awad, welcomed the delegation which included the Director of the Galilee Hospital, Eng. Salman Abu Ahmad, in addition to […]
The Faculty of Science held its two days science fair on Friday and Saturday 20-21 April 2018. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, representatives of the Bethlehem office of the Ministry of Education, faculty, staff, and students attended the opening ceremony. Dr. Michel Hanania, Dean of the Faculty of Science, welcomed the audience […]
On behalf of the Natalia Jacir de Siman Family, Mr. Jose Eduardo Siman, Mr. Teofilo Siman Jacir and Mr. Felix Siman Jacir were invested as Legacy Patrons of the Bethlehem University Foundation. The Family was recognized for its generosity in establishing two endowed scholarships at Bethlehem University. Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, and Mr. […]
The Office of the Dean of Research held a workshop titled “The Ethics of Research: Practical Considerations” at 1:00 pm on Wednesday April 18, 2018 in D109. This was the sixth meeting of the BU Research Group for this semester. Faculty members from various departments and programs including the English Department, Social Sciences, Religious Studies, […]
As part of the Francophonie events organized by the English Department’s French program at Bethlehem University, a photography exhibition entitled “why I love Bethlehem University” was opened Thursday, 12 April, in De La Salle Hall. The Representative of Switzerland in Palestine, Mr. Julien Thöni, and the French Consulate’s Educational Cooperation Attaché in Jerusalem, Ms. Marie-Claude […]
On the 3rd of April, 2018, the Faculty of Science held a colloquium in memory of the great Stephen Hawking. The Furno Hall was full of eager students and dedicated professors and staff, participating in this event; the keynote speakers were Dr. Nidal Haddad, Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics and Dr. Walid Shomaly, Professor […]
Third year students of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences held two Health Days entitled “Individual Responsibility for Health” at Bethlehem University on the 26th and 27th of March 2018. Local organizations participated in the health awareness days that were held in the university’s auditorium. Different booths were set by students to raise awareness […]
“Psychology in Palestine: Reality and Future” The Social Sciences Department at Bethlehem University held its sixth annual conference entitled “Psychology in Palestine: Reality and Future” under the patronage of the Palestinian Ministry of Health on Tuesday, 27 March 2018. Representatives of various universities, non-governmental organizations and ministries working in the field of psychology and […]
Bethlehem University celebrated International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day on Thursday, 15 March 2018 at the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism. The Office of Human Resources and Administrative Affairs invited all female employees to a buffet prepared by the Institute. Vice Chancellor Brother Peter Bray expressed gratitude to everyone for their hard work and […]
Bethlehem University hosted an orientation day for high school students, organized by the Palestinian Ministry of Higher Education on Wednesday, 28 February 2018. The orientation day, coordinated by the Recruitment Committee, aimed to introduce the students to different academic programs in Palestinian universities. Over 1500 students from 39 schools in Bethlehem, Hebron and Ramallah attended […]
A delegation from the Representative Office of Norway – Palestine visited Bethlehem University on Thursday 22 February 2018. The delegation included Ms. Nina Hal Schjelderup, Head of Development, and Mr. Hans Oseas Langaker, Second Secretary of the Political Affairs. Mr. Isaac Sahhar, Assistant Vice President for Advancement, and Ms. Amjaad Musleh, Guest Relations Officer, welcomed […]
On Thursday, February 15, the English Department hosted award-winning Palestinian writer Suad Amiry on campus to speak particularly to the students of the Department. Hanadi Soudah Younan, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Chairperson of the English Department, welcomed Amiry to Bethlehem University and expressed the importance of exposing students to authors who are […]
Brother Thomas, a De La Salle Christian Brother, was appointed by the Sacred Congregation of the Oriental Churches as the second Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University who served from January 1982 to December 1986, succeeding Brother Joseph Loewenstein, FSC, (Apr 1980-Jan 1982). He was also on the founding board of the Bethlehem University Foundation. In his farewell […]
Hanna Rabah, Director of Programs at the United Palestinian Appeal (UPA), and Dalia Abu Fannouneh, Programs Coordinator, visited Bethlehem University on Tuesday, 30 January 2018. Isaac Sahhar, Assistant Vice President for Advancement, and Shahinda Nassar, Development Officer welcomed them and briefed them on the progress of UPA scholarship students. Shahinda acknowledged the important work of […]
Ghassan Salameh, a Palestinian-American Businessman, gave a talk to faculty, staff and students at Bethlehem University on Friday, 19 January about his campaign “The Way to Bethlehem”. Ghassan explained the idea of the pilgrimage was to support Bethlehem University and raise awareness of its mission and contributions to educate the people of Palestine. He invited […]
With the beginning of the Spring 2018 semester, Bethlehem University held its Faculty and Staff Meeting on Tuesday, 16 January 2018 in the Auditorium at the Social Cultural Center. After an opening prayer and reflection led by Brother Peter Iorlano, Coordinator of Institutional Values, Dr. Irene Hazou, Vice President for Academic Affairs, presided over the meeting, […]
The alumni relations office at Bethlehem University held a Christmas party for the alumni and their children on Thursday, 4 January 2018. Brother Denis Loft, FSC, Vice President for Advancement, welcomed the alumni and wished everyone a new year full of success. In her opening remarks, the alumni relations officer, Haneen Musleh, wished this event […]
Bethlehem University extends a very warm welcome to Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, who is the newly appointed Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine, Apostolic Nuncio to Israel, and Apostolic Nuncio to Cyprus. He is also the Chancellor of Bethlehem University. Mons. Girelli had previously served as Apostolic Nuncio to Indonesia, Apostolic Nuncio to Timor-Leste, and Apostolic Nuncio […]
On Friday 24 November 2017, Bethlehem University held a Gala Dinner to raise funds for a new building to be called the John Patrick Cardinal Foley Hall. The event, sponsored by the Bank of Palestine, was held at Nissan Hall in Bethlehem and attended by a number of Palestinian business people and officials, in addition […]
Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences in cooperation with the Public Health Center in Bethlehem held a breast cancer awareness workshop on Monday November 6, 2017. Furno Hall, where the two hour workshop was held, was full of students, faculty and staff in addition to guests who were interested in the subject. Dr. […]
It gives us great pleasure to introduce to you in our regular feature Faculty in the Spotlight for the new academic year 2017-2018, Dr. Said Ayyad, Assistant Professor of Journalism, Chair of the Arabic Department, and ex-director of the Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation. Dr. Said wss born in Bethlehem to an educated family with limited means […]
On Sunday, June 4, 2017, the Religious Studies Department at Bethlehem University held its 16th annual Mandate Mass for its graduates in the Chapel of the Divine Child. The mass was held to celebrate the graduates as they are about to begin their careers as religion teachers. Father Iyad Twal, Director General of the Latin […]
Ms. Amal ِAbu Nihmeh-Fakhouri, Lecturer in the Nursing and Health Sciences Faculty at Bethlehem University, was born in Bethlehem, where she attended Bethlehem School for Girls and completed her high school education at the Bethlehem Secondary School for Girls. Her family hoped that Amal would become a school teacher, but Amal always wanted to specialize […]
In cooperation with the Holy Child Center, the Physiotherapy Program at the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences organized a therapeutic week for the assessment and treatment of children with neurological conditions in Palestine. The week included a two day workshop at Bethlehem University titled Assessment Tools and Outcome Measures for Pediatric Neurotherapy. Ms. Jane […]
On January 27, 2017, and for the first time in the history of the Institute of Hotel Management and Tourism, Chef Peter Hermantas and student Qutaiba Nasrallah were sent to India to represent Palestine at the Third International Young Chef Olympiad. Educational institutions from 48 other countries also participated. The competition was organized by the […]
On February 24th the renovated University Library yesterday was festively opened in the presence of the International Board of Regents and the Board of Trustees as well as Mr. Thomas Staal, the USAID-ASHA representative. H.E. Excellency Giuseppe Lazzarotto, the Apostolic Delegate to Jerusalem and Palestine was also present, as well as His Beautitude Fouad Twal, the […]
Knights and Dames of the Lieutenancy of England and Wales of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem visited on Friday, May 2nd, 2014 the Institute for Community Partnership (ICP) at Bethlehem University (BU) to look closely at the main contents and objectives of the “OliveAid Project”. Accompanying his Excellency David Smith were other […]
Bethlehem, Palestine – On Tuesday, 31 January, Bethlehem University was honored to welcome the Archbishop of Canterbury Dr. Rowan Williams, as part of a personal pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Accompanied by several prominent members of the Anglican community, the visit was a first hand opportunity for the Archbishop and his guests to renew friendships […]
Improving of the Quality of Education in Palestine “We are determined to support Bethlehem University’s initiative to train teachers to improve the quality of education in the Palestinian Territories, because I am convinced that education is the lever of development,” proclaimed Madame Pilar Lara Alen, President of Fundación Promoción Social de la Cultura (FPSC), at […]
San Bernardino, California – On April 11th, Fr. Jamal Khader visited the University of California, San Bernardino, where he met with USCSB President Karnig, Dean Nassar, and other university officials to renew the Memorandum of Understanding between Bethlehem University and CSUSB. Father Khader also spoke at two public events. Also present was Sir Chuck Radloff, […]
Today it is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Mr. George Doty, who passed away on 24 April 2012. Mr. Doty was a longtime friend and dedicated supporter of Bethlehem University. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Marie. His son William has been a longtime member of the Bethlehem University Foundation […]
Great People, Amazing Opportunities On April 12th, 2012 two graduates – Rita Asfour ’11 and Dana Abu Lail ‘10 – completed a six week Sir John McGuckin Mentoring Internship program, at California State University Stanislaus (CSU). Dana and Rita interned at CSU’s Advancement Office, under the supervision of Ms. Michelle Lahti the Assistant Vice President […]
“Bethlehem University the Most Important of Lasallian Universities.” Bethlehem University Praised for Work in Bringing Palestinians of Faith Together On Thursday, 22 March 2012, Bethlehem University was honored to welcome Brother Álvaro Rodríguez Echeverría, FSC, Superior General of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, during his regional tour of Lasallian Institutions in the Middle East. […]
The Bethlehem University Library is the proud and grateful recipient of ninety new books on management, accounting, and other business-related topics. Boasting one of the region’s top Business Administration departments, this addition to our academic resource is particularly beneficial to the soon to be named Shucri Ibrahim Dabdoub Faculty of Business Administration, which will celebrate a […]
Plans For Academic And Research Cooperation Underway On 3 April 2012, seven professors representing five Dutch universities visited Bethlehem University to explore programs of cooperation, joint research, faculty and student exchange programs, and related areas of academic interest. The delegation was also able to learn more about the work of Bethlehem University, as well as […]
Gerry O’Hare, an Oncology Nurse Specialist, and Dr. Noelle O’Rourke, Consultant Clinical Oncologist from Glasgow, Scotland, visited Palestine to conduct a 2 day teaching conference on the 6th &7th of March at Bethlehem University. The visit followed collaboration with Mariam Awad, Dean of Health Studies University of Bethlehem. Twenty-five of Palestine’s top nurses working in […]
Today with ceremonies on campus, Bethlehem University mourns the passing of long time teacher and colleague, Mr. Khader Zoughby. A teacher of English at Bethlehem University since 1981, Khader greatly contributed to life at Bethlehem University not only through his work within the Department of English, but also through his dedication and love of Bethlehem […]
Jordan and Palestine – Bethlehem University students participated in the Challenge, organized by the Jordanian Adventure and Exploration Center (JAEC), taking third place, only seconds behind their competitors. The Challenge, pitting Palestinian university student teams in a spirited competition against each other, consisted of a series of physically and mentally challenging contests, aimed at fostering […]
In solidarity with the families of the school children, their teacher, and another young adult who tragically died in two separate accidents yesterday, the students, faculty, and staff of Bethlehem University gatheredat the Mass and Mid-Day prayers to mourn. Br. Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor, today attended the Mass with a sad heart. “The bus crash […]
Bethlehem University recently welcomed visitors from the Archdiocese of St. Louis, Missouri, led by Monsignor Shamleffer, travelled to the birth place of Christ, and stopped at Bethlehem University to learn more about higher education in the Holy Land. University staff and faculty were delighted to have the chance to host the the St. Louisans, who […]
Bethlehem University Satellite Nursing Center’s First Graduating Class This winter, Bethlehem University officials travelled to Qubeibeh, Palestine, to celebrate the first graduating Nursing class. Br. Robert Smith, Academic Vice President at Bethlehem University, Br. Peter Iorlano, Ms. Mariam Awad, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, and Ms. Hanan Saca Hazboun visited the […]
Spearheading Quality Teaching and Learning PFDP roundtableOn February 11th and the 12th, Bethlehem University faculty participated in the 6th PFDP National Roundtable on Higher Education, part of a series of nine sessions devoted to on key issues in higher education for members of the faculty and administration of Palestine’s major universities. The Roundtables take place […]
Bethlehem – Palestine, On 8 February 2012, Mr. Munib R. Masri, a well respected Palestinian philanthropist, honored Bethlehem University, with a visit. Accompanying Mr. R. Masri was his daughter, Ms. Dina R. Masri, and Ms. Hind Khoury, former Palestinian Ambassador to Paris and Minister for Jerusalem. The guests were warmly received by Vice Chancellor Brother […]
Bethlehem University staff and faculty were happy to once again welcome Ms. Lesley Dawson, a one time instructor at Bethlehem University. Ms. Dawson was met by several excited faculty and staff members, who remember her passion for work as well as the extraordinary contributions that she made to the university, in particular to the physiotherapy […]
Bethlehem, Palestine – On Tuesday, 31 January Bethlehem University was pleased to welcome Cardinal-designate Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York. On pilgrimage before his February 18th appointment as Cardinal, where Pope Benedict XVI will preside over the ceremonies, Dolan felt the Holy Land was the best fit for him at this time: “For us it’s […]
At Bethlehem University, we know that today’s nursing student will one day be responsible for the health care a loved one, which is why we do not compromise when it comes to improving the quality of education in this field and do our best to provide as many opportunities as we can for our students. […]
Four of Twenty-Two Recently Appointed by Pope Benedict XVI Bethlehem University, Office of the Vice President for Development – Bethlehem University, the Vatican-sponsored university in the Holy Land conducted by the international Catholic Religious Order of the De La Salle Christian Brothers, is honored with four of the 22 new Cardinals named on 6 January […]
On Tuesday, 21 December 2011, Monsignor. John E. Kozar, newly appointed president of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) and the Pontifical Mission for Palestine and Israel, honored Bethlehem University with an introductory visit. Hosted by Vice Chancellor Br. Peter Bray; Executive President Dr. Michael Sansour and President for Development, Br. Jack Curran, Msgr. […]
There’s a university in Bethlehem — not the Bethlehem near Delmar, just outside of Albany; I’m talking about Bethlehem University in the real “little town of Bethlehem,” in the Holy Land! I’ve been at Bethlehem University for nine years. As a graduate of LaSalle Institute in Troy and a parishioner of St. Pius X parish […]
On the hilly terrain of Beit Jala, adjacent to the city of Bethlehem and a few miles from Jerusalem, sits the Cremisan winery, nestled in breathtaking forest and vineyards. On the 12th of October, students and staff from the Hotel Management were invited to this beautiful site to see how “Palestinian vino” is made. The […]
From November 21st to 24th, three French classes from the English department and from the Institute of Hotel Management were fortunate to be part of the second edition of the Human Rights week through theater. Following a week of practice and awareness of human rights with the teachers Anne Debeuckelaere and Virginie Lucas, the students […]
For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to […]
The Bethlehem University community today mourns the loss of Cardinal John Patrick Foley, former Grand Master Emeritus of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem and great friend of Bethlehem University. Foley died at the Villa St. Joseph in suburban Darby, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia said due to health issues. He was 76. […]
Walking into the hotel management on the afternoon of Thursday, November the 24th, one wouldn’t imagine that they were in the heart of Bethlehem. As scents of Thanksgiving cooking wafted through the softly lighted and sturdy stone building, one could almost imagine him or herself at their grandmother’s house. This time, however, the feast of […]
Philadelphia, PA – Yesterday Bethlehem University in the Holy Land presented a Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa, to Cardinal John Patrick Foley, a longtime supporter of Bethlehem University and tireless advocate for the people of God and the Catholic Church throughout the world, and especially in the Holy Land. In 2007 His Holiness Pope Benedict […]