Portrait: Why Prof. Dr. Sari Hamdan?

jordan pulse : By Faris Karameh
July 21, 2026, 12:40 AM
In the realm of higher education and institutional leadership, Prof. Dr. Sari Hamdan stands out as an academic and administrative leader who helped shape the identity of Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) and elevate its standing on regional and global scales. Concluding his eight-year tenure—comprising two consecutive terms as university president—Dr. Hamdan has transitioned to a new role as Advisor to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. Maher Al-Hourani.
This career milestone reflects the mutual trust between university leadership, the board of directors, and Dr. Hamdan, honoring a track record that transformed AAU into a competitive Jordanian success story.
Academic Qualifications and Global Expertise
Dr. Hamdan's decades-long academic career is backed by international credentials and research output:
Educational Background: Holds a Ph.D. from Florida State University (USA), a Master's degree from the University of Miami (USA), and a Bachelor's degree from Alexandria University (Egypt).
Research and Mentorship: Authored numerous academic books and published studies, supervised graduate research, and represented Jordan in international academic forums.
A Regional Authority in Sports Management
Dr. Hamdan’s influence extends beyond academia into Jordanian and Arab sports administration, where he has held several key executive positions:
Vice President of the Jordan Olympic Committee.
President of the Jordan Handball Federation.
Executive Board Member of the Union of Arab National Olympic Committees.
Board Member of the Asian Handball Federation.
Strategic Advisor: Contributed to shaping national sports development strategies in Jordan, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia.
Key Achievements at Al-Ahliyya Amman University
During his eight years at the helm of AAU, Dr. Hamdan led an institutional expansion focused on quality, innovation, and global ranking metrics:
Academic Expansion: Overseeing the launch of modern academic majors, new faculties, and international partnerships with prestigious universities.
Quality Assurance: Securing local and international accreditations while enhancing scientific research and community engagement.
Institutional Stability: Cultivating an environment that attracted top academic talent and boosted the university’s standing across global ranking frameworks.
'Dr. Hamdan demonstrated that a university is not merely made of buildings and classrooms, but serves as a national project dedicated to human capital and shaping the future.'
Following the completion of his second term in 2026, his appointment as Advisor to the Chairman of the Board ensures that his administrative insight continues to guide the university's strategic direction.
Website: Rum News Agency

By Faris Karameh
July 21, 2026, 12:40 AM
In the realm of higher education and institutional leadership, Prof. Dr. Sari Hamdan stands out as an academic and administrative leader who helped shape the identity of Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) and elevate its standing on regional and global scales. Concluding his eight-year tenure—comprising two consecutive terms as university president—Dr. Hamdan has transitioned to a new role as Advisor to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. Maher Al-Hourani.
This career milestone reflects the mutual trust between university leadership, the board of directors, and Dr. Hamdan, honoring a track record that transformed AAU into a competitive Jordanian success story.
Academic Qualifications and Global Expertise
Dr. Hamdan's decades-long academic career is backed by international credentials and research output:
Educational Background: Holds a Ph.D. from Florida State University (USA), a Master's degree from the University of Miami (USA), and a Bachelor's degree from Alexandria University (Egypt).
Research and Mentorship: Authored numerous academic books and published studies, supervised graduate research, and represented Jordan in international academic forums.
A Regional Authority in Sports Management
Dr. Hamdan’s influence extends beyond academia into Jordanian and Arab sports administration, where he has held several key executive positions:
Vice President of the Jordan Olympic Committee.
President of the Jordan Handball Federation.
Executive Board Member of the Union of Arab National Olympic Committees.
Board Member of the Asian Handball Federation.
Strategic Advisor: Contributed to shaping national sports development strategies in Jordan, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia.
Key Achievements at Al-Ahliyya Amman University
During his eight years at the helm of AAU, Dr. Hamdan led an institutional expansion focused on quality, innovation, and global ranking metrics:
Academic Expansion: Overseeing the launch of modern academic majors, new faculties, and international partnerships with prestigious universities.
Quality Assurance: Securing local and international accreditations while enhancing scientific research and community engagement.
Institutional Stability: Cultivating an environment that attracted top academic talent and boosted the university’s standing across global ranking frameworks.
'Dr. Hamdan demonstrated that a university is not merely made of buildings and classrooms, but serves as a national project dedicated to human capital and shaping the future.'
Following the completion of his second term in 2026, his appointment as Advisor to the Chairman of the Board ensures that his administrative insight continues to guide the university's strategic direction.
Website: Rum News Agency