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Dr. Maher Al-Hourani, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Amman Ahliyya University (AAU), officially inaugurated the "Innovation Day" events yesterday. Organized by the Faculty of Information Technology, the milestone event celebrated the faculty’s Silver Jubilee (25th Anniversary) and featured extensive participation from leading entrepreneurial start-ups, tech firms, and specialized digital transformation institutions.
The premier event was attended by several university deans, faculty and administrative staff members, alongside a massive gathering of students and tech enthusiasts.
Key Highlights and Executive Remarks:
Investing in Youth: In his opening speech, Dr. Al-Hourani reaffirmed AAU's ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and scientific research. He emphasized the vital importance of investing in youth capabilities, empowering students to transform raw ideas into scalable, entrepreneurial projects capable of keeping pace with rapid global technological shifts.
A Quarter-Century of Excellence: Dr. Al-Hourani praised the Faculty of IT for its 25-year track record of academic excellence, highlighting its legacy of graduating high-caliber professionals who continue to leave significant footprints in the local and regional tech sectors.
Bridging the Industry Gap: Prof. Dr. Mohammad Al-Qatawneh, Dean of the Faculty of IT, explained that Innovation Day aligns perfectly with the faculty's vision to cultivate an environment that triggers creativity. He stressed that building active partnerships with the private tech sector is essential for refining student skills and directly aligning them with modern job market demands.
Emphasizing Advanced Tech: The dean added that the faculty prioritizes continuous updates in bleeding-edge domains, specifically focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Digital Transformation through adaptive academic curricula and practical, hands-on application.
An Interactive Platform for Future Innovators
The event featured specialized presentations and showcases detailing the latest breakthroughs in IT, AI-driven solutions, and tech entrepreneurship. Additionally, participating corporations shared firsthand case studies of their latest digital ventures.
The forum successfully served as an interactive networking hub, allowing ambitious students to interface directly with industry veterans, share expertise, and explore upcoming trends shaping the technological landscape.