I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to you at the School of Arts and Design. It brings me great pleasure to begin this address by expressing my pride in the students and alumni of this esteemed School, which stands as a beacon of excellence and creativity in the fields of visual arts, musical arts, Theater arts, and visual communication design.
Since its establishment, the School of Arts and Design has been founded on solid principles laid by our predecessors through their diligent efforts and unwavering dedication. They strove tirelessly to develop and elevate its academic and artistic standards, earning it a distinguished position among its counterparts both regionally and internationally.
The remarkable achievements of the School of Arts and Design over the years reflect its steadfast commitment to providing exceptional higher education that aligns with the highest global standards. We aim to graduate students equipped with artistic, research, and creative skills, enabling them to analyze and develop the artistic landscape locally and internationally. This is made possible through the dedication of our esteemed faculty members and administrative staff, who are distinguished by their extensive experience, intellectual openness, and the ambitious strategic plans set by the School. These plans have contributed to honing our students' talents and enriching their educational and artistic outcomes with a spirit of modernity and contemporaneity.
The School also strives for further success and progress by introducing various academic programs in response to advancements in digital arts, offering diploma, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. These programs aim to achieve our vision of becoming the leading institution locally in the fields of arts and design.
At the School of Arts and Design, we are committed to providing high-quality education, fostering a culture of art and creativity among students, and preparing a generation of independent and creative artists and designers. We also emphasize active participation in cultural, artistic, and social activities, enhancing engagement with local community institutions, and promoting a culture of scientific research that meets the needs of the job market while preserving Jordanian cultural and artistic heritage.
I would like to express my deep gratitude to everyone who has contributed to the success of the college, and I pray to Almighty God to grant us success in our endeavors to serve our university and our beloved country under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II and his trustworthy Crown Prince.
Prof. Ali Abu Ghanima