Category: BVMC News

Brother Vincent Malham Center and Zbierski Library Host International Students

Ms. Nadia Bany Shamsa, Director of Brother Vincent Malham Center, in collaboration with the Bethlehem University Zbierski Library, hosted a vibrant cultural activity for international students at the University. Ms. Elizabeth Dsouza, Library Director, warmly welcomed everyone and gave a brief introduction about the library and its role in supporting learning and research, as well […]

Arabic Language Students Engage in Cultural Exchange at Bethlehem University

The Brother Vincent Malham Center for Teaching Arabic to Foreigners at Bethlehem University organized a special cultural exchange activity designed to promote the integration of international students into the university community and help them experience its academic and social environment firsthand. The gathering brought together international students enrolled in the Arabic Language Program and a […]

Foreign Students cooking Arabic Food

Bethlehem University’s Brother Vinicent’s Melhem Center for Arabic Language for Foreigners (BVMC) organized a cultural activity aimed at international students, to support cultural immersion in Arab customs in general and Palestinian traditions in particular through a culinary-tasting and hands-on introduction to customs and traditions. On Wednesday, 15 October 2025, the group of students prepared and […]

Bethlehem University Celebrates Graduation of Summer 2024/2025 Arabic Language Cohort

Bethlehem University, through the Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) for Teaching Arabic to Foreigners, celebrated the graduation of a new cohort of international students on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, marking the completion of their studies in the Summer 2024/2025 semester. The ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Iman Saca, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Ms. […]

Cultural Culinary Activity for Arabic Language Students

On Tuesday, 16 April 2025, Bethlehem University’s Brother Vincent Melhem Center (BVMC) hosted a special cultural event that gave international Arabic language learners a chance to learn about Palestinian culinary traditions. During the spring semester, the students took part in a hands-on tasting session of the popular seasonal dish “Maqluba” and “Foul Al-Akhdar”, a traditional […]

Brother Vincent Malham Center Director Participates in Arabic Language Conference in Dubai

Ms. Nadia Bani Shamseh, Director of the Brother Vincent Malham Center at Bethlehem University, participated in the 10th Arabic Language Conference held in Dubai from 10-12 October 2024. At the conference, Bani Shamseh chaired the 41st scientific session, titled “Teaching Skills for Non-Native Students of the Arabic Language.” The session featured presentations from professors from […]

Brother Vincent Malham Center Holds Graduation Ceremony

The Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) at Bethlehem University celebrated the graduation of its spring 2023/2024 cohort on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, in the presence of Vice Chancellor Brother Hernan Santos, students, and BVMC professors. The graduating students, thrilled to be part of Bethlehem University, showcased their Arabic language skills through performances. The nuns who […]

Bethlehem University’s Arabic School for Foreigners Celebrates Graduation Ceremony

On Wednesday, 31 May 2023, the Brother Vincent Malham Center (BVMC) at Bethlehem University was filled with joy and celebration as the Spring 2022/2023 graduation ceremony of the Arabic School for foreigners took place. The event was attended by Brother Peter Bray, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University, Mr. Youil Anastas, Vice President for Finance, Ms. […]

Arabic School for Foreigners Holds Cultural Activity

The Arabic School for Foreigners at Brother Vincent Malham Center held a cultural activity entitled “Our Heritage is Our Identity” on Wednesday, 22 March 2023. The students, who are enrolled in Arabic courses, were introduced to two popular Middle Eastern dishes (Maqluba and Mujadara) and learned how to prepare them. The Director of the Arabic School for Foreigners, Ms. […]