In pursuit of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and in line with the University’s ongoing commitment to excellence and continuous advancement through its sustained accomplishments, the University of Al-Mustaqbal Council convened its eleventh session for the 2024–2025 academic year. The session was chaired by Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of the University, and attended by the Vice Presidents and Deans, members of the Council, along with the guest, the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision.
The session was inaugurated with a speech by the University President, in which he commended the efforts of the Council members, as well as the academic and administrative staff, which have resulted in remarkable achievements across various domains. These include notable progress in both global and local university rankings, the advancement of scientific research, the organization of academic conferences, expansion of international partnerships, excellence in sustainability efforts, and a comprehensive architectural development aligned with the standards of prestigious global universities.
Professor Majdi also praised the outstanding performance of several academic departments in the ministerial evaluation exams, stressing the importance of completing exam records and graduation documentation on time. He further emphasized the need to finalize preparations for the 2025–2026 academic year and called for the formation of specialized committees in the faculties to monitor safety and security procedures.
In his directives, the University President urged Council members to submit their academic plans for the upcoming year, including research activities, strategic initiatives, scientific workshops and forums, as well as preparations for academic conferences approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
On his part, Professor Dr. Muzafar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the current status of scientific research at the University. His presentation addressed publication indicators in Scopus and Clarivate databases, the volume of publications in Q1 and Q2 journals, sustainability strategies, activation of academic partnerships with reputable institutions, graduate employability programs, and the University’s standing in national and international rankings. The University President provided guidance and directives in response.
The session continued with inputs and remarks from the Deans and Vice Presidents, followed by appropriate decisions regarding the issues raised. The session concluded with a review of the agenda items and the adoption of the necessary recommendations.
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