While attending the orientation organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs for new international students, the President of Yarmouk University, Professor Islam Massad, affirmed Yarmouk’s pride in hosting a distinguished group of international students in its various departments, stressing that they are all welcome and that their academic performance is appreciated by the University’s administration and staff members. He stated that international students are viewed by the University as honored guests who deserve much respect and care, highlighting the fact that their presence at the University contributes to enriching its cultural and civilizational diversity. He also explained that following up on the academic affairs of international students, giving them a distinguished university education, and enabling them to continue their studies with ease are priorities of the University.

In his turn, the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Moatasem Al-Shatnawi, said that the Deanship of Student Affairs pays most of its attention to following up on the affairs of international students upon their arrival on campus, considering that the Deanship is responsible for completing the procedures for international students’ reception and residence and enabling them to attend their university classes with ease. He then explained that the Deanship, through its International Student Welfare Office, spares no effort in providing all the services needed by international students and supporting them in implementing their student activities. The Deanship, he continued, seeks to provide international students with an attractive university environment and encourage them to engage with the University community.

After this, a number of directors of departments and centers at the University provided an explanation about the nature of the services provided by their departments and centers to serve international students and support them during their academic journey. They also mentioned that there are more than 3,300 male and female students from 45 nationalities around the world studying at Yarmouk.