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 […]
Periodical No.4 Fall 2018 click here to download it.
Periodical No.3 Fall 2013 click here to download it.
Periodical No.2 Fall 2013 click here to download it.
Periodical No.4 Fall 2018 click here to download it.
“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 […]