| President of the University of Jordan | |
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 Seal of the University | |
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| University of Jordan | |
| Formation | February 26, 1962 |
| First holder | Nasir al-Din al-Asad |
| Website | ju |
The President of University of Jordan plays a central role as a senior government official overseeing the management of the largest and oldest public university in Jordan. The appointment, made by royal decree from the King of Jordan based on the recommendation of the Board of Trustees, reflects the significant influence and responsibility associated with this position. The university president holds the highest position at the university and is at the top of the hierarchy. Through the university's branches in Amman and Aqaba, the university has a vast academic community with over 1,600 faculty members and more than 50,000 students spread across 25 schools.[1][2]
As the President, the role is multifaceted, covering academic, administrative,[disambiguation needed] and financial responsibilities. The president has the authority to determine and approve university policies and procedures, with oversight from the Board of Trustees. This includes reviewing general administrative and academic policies to align them with the institution's mission and societal needs. The president also plays a key role in appointments, from vice presidents to deans, and oversees the creation and modification of colleges, departments, centers, institutes, and academic programs.[3]
- ^ The University of Jordan. "About the University of Jordan" (in Arabic). www.ju.edu.jo. Archived from the original on 2023-10-05. Retrieved 2024-01-27.
- ^ "University of Jordan: Key Facts and Information - Jordan Encyclopedia" (in Arabic). jordanencyclopedia.com. Archived from the original on 2024-01-27. Retrieved 2024-01-27.
- ^ "Jordanian Universities Law No. 18 of 2018". www.adaleh.info. Archived from the original on 2024-01-27. Retrieved 2024-01-27.