| | | Staff | | The research project titled "Building a Child Language Corpus of Vernacular Jordanian Arabic," conducted by Dr. Marwan Jarrah from the Department of English Language and Literature at the University of Jordan, has received financial support of eight thousand Jordanian Dinars from the Deanship of Scientific Research. This research aims to provide reliable data for scholars and students interested in developmental linguistics, language variation, and first language acquisition. The research findings will contribute to improving the quality of related articles and books and enable researchers to study various linguistic variables and phenomena. This will facilitate understanding the development and changes in Jordanian vernacular Arabic and comparing it with other Arabic dialects and world languages.
| 1/10/2023 | |
| | | Faculty | | The University of Jordan's School of Foreign Languages has achieved international accreditation through "Evalag" for four of its programs. These accredited programs encompass the Applied English Language Program, the English Language and Literature Program, the French Language and Literature Program, and the Spanish and English Languages Program. Evalag is dedicated to enhancing the quality of higher education by meticulously developing, implementing, and evaluating standards. Its purview extends to evaluating academic programs, assessing institutional internal quality, and ensuring adherence to national and international higher education standards.
| 7/20/2023 | |
| | | Faculty | | The School of Foreign Languages has achieved notable advancement in the QS global rankings, as the school was ranked 251-300 globally for its English Language and Literature as well as linguistics fields.
| 4/15/2024 | |
| | | Staff | | Dr. Marwan Jarrah was awarded The University of Jordan’s Research Distinction Award in the fields of Social Sciences and Humanities for the Academic Year 2021-2022.
| 12/13/2021 | |
| | | Staff | | Dr. Aseel Zibin is awarded The University of Jordan’s Research Distinction Award in the fields of Social Sciences and Humanities for the Academic Year 2021-2022.
| 12/13/2021 | |
| | | Faculty | | The Bachelor's programs in English Language and Literature, as well as Applied English, have been placed within the National Qualifications Framework. Aligning bachelor's programs with this framework is a significant step in ensuring the quality of higher education and aligning academic qualifications with the demands of the labor market. This alignment aims to establish standardized criteria that define the levels of knowledge, skills, and competencies graduates should possess. Through this process, it is ensured that academic programs meet national standards and effectively prepare students for future job requirements, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of graduates both locally and internationally.
| 6/26/2024 | |
| | | Staff | | Stanford Elsevier Top Researchers List of the world’s best researchers included faculty member in the Department of English Language and Literature at the School of Foreign Languages, Professor Dr. Yousef Abu Amrieh, among the top 2% of scientists in the world, according to the annual report it issued for the year 2024. Professor Abu Amrieh obtained his PhD from the University of Manchester, UK, in 2011. He is the founder and leader of an international research group on Arab diasporic literary studies whose membership includes researchers from the US, UK, and Germany. Professor Abu Amrieh published approximately 80 peer-reviewed papers in international journals. He is also a member of the editorial boards of many literary studies journals.
This list, using Scopus data provided by Elsevier, aims to provide a standardized way to recognize researchers who have made a significant impact on their respective fields. It draws from a variety of citation metrics, such as the h-index, co-authorship, and adjusted citation counts, to ensure fair and balanced representation of researchers. The list is updated annually, with career-long data and single-year impacts for transparency and current relevance.
| 9/19/2024 | |
| | | Faculty | | A new achievement is recorded for the School of Foreign Languages, enhancing its quality and academic excellence, as five programs have obtained international accreditation from Evalag until September 2030. These programs include:- Master's Program in English Literature (Department of English Language and Literature)
- Master's Program in Linguistics (Department of English Language and Literature)
- Bachelor's Program in French and English (Department of French Language and Literature)
- Bachelor's Program in Italian and English (Department of European Languages)
- Bachelor's Program in Russian and English (Department of Asian Languages)
It is noteworthy that the School of Foreign Languages had previously obtained international accreditation from Evalag for four programs in 2023, which are: - Applied English Language Program (Department of English Language and Literature)
- English Language and Literature Program (Department of English Language and Literature)
- French Language and Literature Program (Department of French Language and Literature)
- Spanish and English Languages Program (Department of European Languages)
This achievement serves as evidence of the academic excellence of the school and recognition of its commitment to providing high-quality education for its students. It is a true indicator of the availability of an exceptional educational environment, modern curricula, and faculty members with extensive expertise aligned with international standards. Obtaining international accreditation represents an important qualitative leap for the School of Foreign Languages at the Jordanian University, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to offering distinguished education in the field of foreign languages. The international accreditation will also have a positive impact on the college’s graduates, granting them unique and diverse opportunities in the local, regional, and global job markets. Moreover, it will enhance the School's reputation and institutional standing in international academic circles. It is worth noting that international accreditation goes beyond academic elevation; it reflects the college's commitment to developing students' skills according to the highest global standards, equipping them to face the challenges of the contemporary job market with competence and confidence.
| 10/24/2024 | |
| | | Staff | | Dr. Bagdagul MUSSA has been awarded the “Academic Contribution Award” in recognition for her outstanding academic contribution to the 9th International Symposium of Limitless Education and Research (ISLER 2025) held virtually on May 08-10, 2025 by the Limitless Education and Research Association (LERA) in Ankara/ Türkiye in collaboration with Portland State University (USA) and Vilnius University (Lithuania).
| 5/10/2025 | |
| | | Staff | | The Child Language Corpus of Jordanian Arabic (JA) is compiled with the collaboration of three main scholars: Dr. Marwan Jarrah (Principal Investigator), Dr. Ekab Al‑Shawashreh, and Dr. Mohammad A. M. Abushariah. This corpus is the first comprehensive and systematically compiled linguistic resource focused on documenting the spoken language of typically developing children in Jordan. This pioneering corpus marks a significant milestone in Arabic language acquisition research, providing an extensive and unique collection of natural child speech data across various regions, age groups, and genders. Comprising around 500,000 words, the corpus is drawn from over 500 recorded interviews with children aged between 2.6 to 12 years. These recordings capture a wide range of everyday, spontaneous speech, offering authentic insights into how Jordanian children communicate in real-life situations. Reflecting voices from urban, rural, and Bedouin communities, the corpus represents a rich and inclusive portrayal of vernacular Jordanian Arabic (JA) as it is naturally spoken.
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| 6/16/2025 | |
| | | Staff | | Dr. Sumaya Daoud, from the School of Foreign Languages at the University of Jordan, has won the “Mulhim” Award in the Education and Knowledge category during her participation in the inaugural edition of the Mulhim Summit, held in Amman with broad participation from impactful leaders and national institutions.
The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency Raed Al-Adwan, Minister of Youth, with media sponsorship from Al-Mamlaka TV and Al-Rai newspaper, and sponsorship from Ward Restaurant. The summit brought together prominent figures who have made tangible contributions to society, including CEOs, directors, and influential leaders across diverse sectors.
Dr. Daoud’s recognition comes as an acknowledgment of her efforts in guiding and inspiring higher education students, particularly those aspiring to pursue graduate studies. Her academic initiatives and advisory activities have played a vital role in shaping a confident generation capable of driving positive change and building a brighter future.
Expressing her pride in this achievement, Dr. Daoud emphasized that this honor represents a renewed responsibility to continue spreading knowledge, empowering youth to realize their aspirations, and reinforcing the University of Jordan’s role as a beacon of learning and knowledge at both the national and regional levels.
| 8/27/2025 | |
