Under the patronage of His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Nathir Obeidat, the School of Medicine held the 22nd Alumni Forum for the 23rd cohort of the program (graduates of the year 2000). This is the annual forum held by the Faculty for its graduates who graduated 25 years ago. The event was held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in the presence of His Excellency the President of the University, the Vice Presidents, the Dean of the School of Medicine, and a number of faculty and administrative staff, students, and graduates.
In his address to the audience, His Excellency Dr. Nathir Obeidat congratulated the University of Jordan family on the great achievement the university has accomplished in the QS World University Rankings. He expressed his pride in the contribution of the Faculty of Medicine graduates to this accomplishment, as the university has advanced to the 324th position. He also expressed his thanks and appreciation to everyone who has contributed to the progress, brilliance, and prosperity of the Faculty.
Professor Ayman Wahbeh, Dean of the School of Medicine, delivered a speech in which he stated that the School of Medicine has been and continues to be a beacon for spreading health and cultural awareness. He also reviewed the series of achievements the School has accomplished locally, regionally, and globally, including its progress in the global rankings race.
On behalf of the twenty-third class of graduates, a number of graduates spoke on stage before the audience. Professor Abdul Rahman Shdeifat began his speech by expressing his sincere thanks to the graduates of the (23) class for granting him the honor of speaking on their behalf. He emphasized that today's ceremony was meant to renew the covenant of loyalty between the university and its graduates, and expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the university, represented by its president, for its steadfast approach to communicating with its students, affirming an authentic message and a vision that grows more mature year after year. Dr. Suha Al-Ghoul also presented a documented presentation, including the names of the class's graduates and the leading positions they hold, both inside and outside Jordan. Dr. Fadi Al-Qaisi presented a photographic tape of memories, bringing together the class's graduates, recalling some of the special memories they shared. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the University President, along with the Dean of the School of Medicine, presented honorary shields to the graduates of the Class of 2000 and to this year's top students.
The Alumni Forum annually honors former faculty members who have left their mark on the School of Medicine across different generations. A commemorative shield was presented in memory of the late Professor Akram Al-Shanaq and was received by his widow, Mrs. Susan.
It is worth noting that the annual Alumni Forum includes several activities prepared by the School for its graduate guests. They are welcomed into the School of Medicine and accompanied on a tour of its various facilities.
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