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European Projects:

Conclusion of European Project ELEGANT: Enhancing Teaching, Learning,

and Graduate Employability at PSUT

Sep 19, 2023

Prof. Wejdan Abu Elhaija, President of PSUT President Abu Elhaija emphasized PSUT’s through projects, grants, and programs. The
(PSUT), inaugurated the final conference of the commitment to international networking, local conference highlighted the unique experiences
ELEGANT project, co-funded by the Erasmus and global collaboration, and the university’s of each university and the project’s influence,
Plus program. The three-day event, attended strategic plan for 2030. The conference, spanning providing recommendations for education
by various stakeholders, aimed to enhance four years, involved universities from Europe, enhancement and workforce development in the
the teaching and learning experience and Jordan, and Lebanon, focusing on improving region. Project partners included universities from
boost graduate employability through closer education quality and graduate employment the UK, Italy, Lebanon, and Jordan, along with
collaboration between universities, companies, prospects. Prof. Ahmad Abu Elhaija, Director of industry partners.
and the private sector. the National Erasmus Plus Office, highlighted the
office’s role in advancing higher education quality

PSUT Joins the Jun 6, 2023

PSUT has joined the United Nations Global Compact, aligning itself with
United Nations a global initiative to implement universal sustainability goals and adhere

Global Compact to the Compact’s ten principles, covering human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. The university
now belongs to a community of about 155 international academic institutions and numerous entities from
various sectors. University President Prof. Wejdan Abu Elhaija emphasized the importance of this membership,
viewing it as a crucial step in advancing sustainable development and displaying the institution’s commitment
to social responsibility. The university aims to contribute to a more sustainable future actively and looks forward
to collaborating with fellow members to achieve the United Nations’ sustainable development goals. The Global
Compact assists businesses in conducting operations responsibly and strategically promotes broader societal
goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

PSUT Magazine 12 2022/2023