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In a qualitative step reflecting Al-Ahliyya Amman University's commitment to strengthening its presence in technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, the university signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Replit, Inc., a global leader in software development platforms and AI technologies, making it the first university in Jordan to partner with the global firm.
​The MoU was signed on behalf of Al-Ahliyya Amman University by its President, Prof. Ahmad Hamdan, and on behalf of Replit, Inc. by Mr. Shaker Al-Amayreh, representative of the company. The signing took place in the presence of Chairman of the Board of Directors Dr. Maher Al-Hourani, University Advisor Prof. Sari Hamdan, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology Prof. Mua'ath Al-Hourani, Director of the Al-Hourani Center for E-Learning Mr. Wael Al-Anbusi, Director of the Marketing and Communication Unit Eng. Ahmad Hourani, and Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Mr. Mohammad Abdullah.
​The MoU aims to establish a framework for joint cooperation between the university and the company across several domains, most notably training and capacity building, academic program development, and the integration of Replit's educational and training resources into relevant courses and curricula, alongside supporting innovation, research and development, and digital transformation.
​The scope of cooperation also includes exploring access to Replit platforms for students, faculty, and staff, as well as organizing workshops, bootcamps, hackathons, innovation challenges, seminars, and educational-technological events, in addition to exploring opportunities for competency development and technical skills enhancement.
​Chairman of the Board of Directors Dr. Maher Al-Hourani praised the partnership between the university and Replit in software development and AI technologies, alongside training, capacity building, academic program development, R&D support, digital transformation, and keeping pace with modern technological advancements.
​President of Al-Ahliyya Amman University Prof. Ahmad Hamdan emphasized the significance of this partnership in advancing the university's focus on technical education, innovation, and keeping pace with rapid developments in AI, software engineering, and digital transformation.
​He noted that collaborating with a specialized global company like Replit opens new horizons for students and faculty members to leverage cutting-edge technologies and educational platforms, affirming that the university continues to forge qualitative partnerships with international institutions and corporations to develop academic programs and enhance students' practical and technical skills.
​For his part, Mr. Shaker Al-Amayreh, representing Replit at the signing, stressed the importance of the partnership with Al-Ahliyya Amman University, stating that the MoU provides a structured framework for cooperation in training, capacity building, technical education, and innovation.
​He added that the agreement offers new opportunities for students and faculty to utilize technical tools and platforms, contributing to the enhancement of digital skills and bridging academic education with the rapid pace of development in the technology and artificial intelligence sectors.
​Source: Rum News Agency