| | | King Abdullah II School of Information Technology has obtained the Jordanian Quality Assurance Certificate for a period of four years from the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission in Jordan, in an achievement that reflects the advanced level the school has reached in the fields of academic education and institutional management. The quality assurance certificate comes as a culmination of the significant and exceptional efforts exerted by the school's staff, both academics and administrators, where the integration of institutional work and academic planning based on quality standards contributed to achieving this accomplishment, enhancing the school's position locally and regionally in the field of information technology and higher education. | 1/11/2026 | 2/28/2026 | | | | Renowned Worldwide Distinguished Scholar/Scientist, Professor, Mohammad S. Obaidat, publishes 4 books, gives several invited keynote speeches, and Chairs Several International Conferences in late 2025
It is with great pleasure and honor to announce that the internationally renowned Jordanian scholar, Professor Mohammad Salameh Obaidat, who is also a distinguished Honorary Professor at the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology of the University of Jordan, recently published (2025) four (4) books with prestigious international publishers: Elsevier, Springer, and CRC Press/Taylor & Francis. These books are titled as follows: 1. Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing, Elsevier-Academic Press, 2025. ISBN: 9780443341090 and eBook ISBN: 9780443341106. 2. Computational Modeling and Simulation of Advanced Wireless Communication Systems, CRC Press/Taylor & Francis, 2025. ISBN: 9781032597997 3. Advances in Distributed Computing and Machine Learning, Volume 1, Springer, 2025. ISBN: 978-981-96-6720-8 4. Advances in Distributed Computing and Machine Learning, Volume 2, Springer 2025. ISBN: 978-981-96-6718-5 In addition, he delivered a keynote address at the 2025 World Science and Technology Development Forum, recently held in Beijing, China, under the theme: “Cooperation and Innovation in Artificial Intelligence to Address Global Development Challenges.” The conference was attended by global science and technology leaders and featured keynote addresses by leading scientists and engineers from around the world, including Nobel laureates. The China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) organized this major international gathering where scientists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and others discussed four key themes: artificial intelligence, future industries, open science, and global cooperation. Through the exchange of intellectual perspectives, participants gained valuable insights to contribute to strengthening global collaboration in the age of artificial intelligence. In addition, he delivered a keynote address at the University Partners Summit, organized by Beihang University, which brought together leading scientists and academics from around the world. The summit was held at Beihang University's International Campus in Hangzhou in October 2025. The event included various activities such as keynote addresses, the inauguration of joint laboratories, the signing of agreements, and bilateral discussions with partner universities. Furthermore, he also delivered a keynote address at the 23rd International Professional Exchange Conference, recently held in Shanghai and Hangzhou, China. This event brought together nearly 5,000 leading experts, researchers, university administrators, diplomats, and industry leaders from around the world to explore opportunities for multidisciplinary innovation and foster collaboration between international talent and scientific and technological resources. He also delivered a keynote address at the 2025 International Conference on Advanced Communications and Intelligence, held in Tripura, India, in late December 2025. As the Past president and chairman of the board of directors of the Society for Modeling and Simulation International, Professor Obaidat recently visited the impressive facilities of the Asian Simulation Federation and the Chinese Simulation Federation at the Hangzhou International Innovation Institute and met with the President of AisaSim and its General Secretary. He also recently co-chaired the 2025 IEEE International Conference on Communications, Computing, Cybersecurity, and Informatics (CCCI 2025), held in Hangzhou, along with Professor Lin Zhang. In addition, Prof. Obaidat was the invited main distinguished keynote speaker at two major international conferences held in November 2025: the 2025 International Conference on 3D Imaging Technologies – Multidimensional Signal Processing and Deep Learning, held in Sanya, and the 2025 International Conference on Engineering Management, Computer Applications, and Supply Chain 2025 (EMCAS 2025), held in Guilin, under the auspices of the President of Guilin University of Aerospace Technology, who delivered the opening address. Professor Obeidat is a Life Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), based in New York City, USA, a Fellow of the Society for Computer Modeling and Simulation (SCS), the past President of SCS, a Fellow of the Asia Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association (AAIA), based in Hong Kong, and a world-renowned international academic, scientist and engineer. He is an international expert in information technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and wireless networks, and a prolific author with a large number of citations and scholarly publications. It is worth noting that Professor Mohammed Obeidat was recently ranked by ScholarGPS as the world's top lifetime researcher in telecommunications systems management and the world's top telecommunications researcher for the past five years.
| 12/29/2025 | | | | | In line with its tireless efforts to strengthen academic and research ties, the School welcomed a high-level delegation representing a group of prestigious Chinese and Malaysian universities. The visit aimed to explore new horizons for international collaboration. The delegation was received by Professor Basel Mahafzah, Dean of the School; Dr. Mohammad Salem Al-Atoum, Head of the Computer Science Department; Dr. Yousef Sanjalawi, Assistant Dean for Development and Accreditation; Dr. Dima Suleiman, Deputy Director of the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Center at the University of Jordan; and Ms. Ola Shalbak, the Quality Liaison Officer at the School. The visit featured extensive discussion sessions where both parties explored ways to establish strategic partnerships across various interdisciplinary research groups and activities between the School and global research centers at the visiting universities. Furthermore, proposals were discussed for organizing joint international scientific conferences in the near future, aimed at facilitating the exchange of academic expertise and boosting scientific research movements among students and researchers from different countries. During a field tour of the School's facilities and laboratories, the visiting delegation expressed their deep admiration for the University's advanced infrastructure. They particularly commended the high academic and technical standards of the School, noting that its capabilities position it among leading educational institutions capable of competing on a global scale. The visit concluded with a mutual commitment to maintaining ongoing communication to establish clear timelines for implementing the shared visions and goals, serving the educational and research objectives of all institutions involved.
| 12/23/2025 | 3/31/2026 | | | | A remarkable achievement by Dr. Tahani Al-Khatib from the University of Jordan, a faculty member in the Department of Computer Information Systems at King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, won first place 🏆 in the Individual Volunteer Work category for her initiative 'Tech with a Human Heart' ❤️. This initiative aims to raise community awareness 👥 about the responsible and ethical use of technology and artificial intelligence. Project's Link: Dr. Tahani Al-Khatib - Play & Learn 
| 12/9/2025 | 1/29/2026 | | | | A student from our college has qualified to represent Jordan in the final qualifiers for the Arab Content Creators Awards in the Human Impact category, after making it to the top five Arab nominees only. This is a real opportunity to support our colleague who works from the heart to provide humanitarian content that touches people and leaves an impact. Voting continues until Wednesday evening, 12/10/2025. Vote for him through the link: https://vote.digitalcreatorawards.com/influencer/19/220 Your support makes a difference. Let's all stand with KASIT.
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| 12/9/2025 | | | | | The University of Jordan is hosting the 11th CPTC competition specialized in cybersecurity, where more than 40 students from five teams in Jordan and four other teams in Dubai compete in an atmosphere full of challenge and excitement. Under the supervision of the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, represented by Dr. Oraib Abu Al-Ghanam from the Computer Science Department, and the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, represented by Dr. Reem Al-Fayez, this distinguished event features a selection of academic experts, including Professor Khair addin Sabri, Head of the Cybersecurity Department at Princess Sumaya University for Technology, Dr. Mohammed Ababneh from the same university, Dr. Fadi Masalha from theApplied Sciences University (ASU), and Professor Mohammed Al-Qataouneh, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology at Amman Al-Ahliyya University.
This competition is an ideal opportunity to hone students' practical skills, as it simulates a real-world environment in the field of cybersecurity. Participants learn how to examine systems and detect security vulnerabilities, in addition to writing comprehensive reports on their findings. It also enhances their abilities to face contemporary security challenges, adding an exciting competitive edge to the event. The atmosphere is charged with enthusiasm, as each team strives to demonstrate its capabilities and showcase its skills in tackling a variety of challenges in the cybersecurity world.
| 10/26/2025 | 10/30/2025 | | | | A team consisting of students from King Abdullah II School of Information Technology at the University of Jordan achieved first place in the PixelSite Web Development Competition, organized by the IEEE IU – Isra University Branch.
The competition included 27 universities from various parts of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, where participants competed to develop innovative ideas in the field of web development.
The winning team included:
• Hashem Shatat from the Computer Science Department
• Inas Al-Zaher from the Computer Science Department
The team presented a distinctive idea focused on food security, aiming to support agricultural investment and achieve sustainable food security using innovative technological solutions 🌱💡.
| 10/9/2025 | 10/31/2025 | | | | A team consisting of students from King Abdullah II School of Information Technology at the University of Jordan achieved third place in the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025, held on October 3-4, 2025. The team included: • Hashem Shatat from the Department of Computer Science • Majd Anas from the Department of Computer Science • Sara Kherfan from the Department of Computer Information Systems • Rama Al-Sawalmeh from the Department of Artificial Intelligence It is worth mentioning that the competition included 42 teams from various Jordanian universities, competing to provide innovative solutions using space technologies and data science to serve the Earth and society. 
| 10/5/2025 | 10/31/2025 | | | | The President of the University of Jordan inaugurated the conference activities for "AI Week," organized by the student branch of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) at the University of Jordan, in collaboration with the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology and the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at the University of Jordan. The event is held under the slogan "Learn. Build. Connect. Explore," and attended by the university's vice presidents, along with a number of experts, academics, and specialists in the field of artificial intelligence. AI Week is considered the largest event of its kind in Jordan, dedicated to exploring applications of artificial intelligence and enhancing integration between universities and industry. It aims to inspire in the field of artificial intelligence and empower youth across various Jordanian universities and professional sectors to transform theory into innovative scientific solutions, as well as to enhance communication channels between students, academics, experts, and industry leaders. For the full news, visit the university's news page.
| 9/17/2025 | | | | | | 9/9/2025 | | | | | A team from King Abdullah II School of Information Technology Students at the University of Jordan, under the supervision of Professor Dr. Omar Al-Qadi and Dr. Tamam Al-Sarhan, won the award for Best Software Program at the Philadelphia University Competition for Creativity and Innovation for the year 2025, during the ceremony held on Monday, August 11, 2025.
Members of the team have been honored in appreciation of their efforts and creativity that contributed to achieving this notable accomplishment, reflecting the excellence of the college students and their ability to innovate in the technical field.
| 8/19/2025 | 9/30/2025 | | | | King Abdullah II School of Information Technology Celebrates Graduation of 536 Students and Strengthens Its Leadership in the Tech Sector.
Dean of the School Prof. Basel Ali Mahafzah expressed his pride in this accomplished group of graduates, affirming the School's continued leadership in producing highly qualified professionals who are well prepared to meet the evolving demands of the local and global information technology markets. He highlighted that the School was established in 2000 under the vision and directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II with the goal of supporting and advancing the IT sector in Jordan and the region. Since its founding, the School has remained committed to enhancing its academic programs and technological infrastructure, keeping pace with global developments in the field. Today, it ranks among the top 100 schools worldwide in information technology according to the QS World University Rankings.
The School comprises four academic departments: Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. It offers eleven academic programs, including six bachelor's programs, three of which are ABET accredited, covering areas such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. At the graduate level, the School offers five advanced programs: Master's in Computer Science, Master's in Information Systems, Master's in Network Intelligence, Master's in E-Government, and a PhD in Computer Science.
The ceremony concluded with the awarding of certificates in an atmosphere filled with pride and celebration, attended by faculty members and graduate's families. The students leave the halls of academia equipped with knowledge, skills, and ambition, ready to embark on a future in technology that holds both great promise and challenge.
| 7/23/2025 | 7/31/2025 | | | | Ryadah Plus - In collaboration with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center - discussing the 12th Jordanian Technology Festival, Hosting Dr. Abd al-Basit Asaf, Head of the Computer Information Systems Department at King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, and supervisor of the projects participating in the festival, along with Ahmad Jamal from the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, and Rahaf Yaqub from the Faculty of Engineering.
| 7/19/2025 | 7/31/2025 | | | | Two teams from the University of Jordan won first and third place in the ideas category in the competition organized by the Jordanian Company for Payment and Settlement Systems (JoPACC) - Fintech Rally 2025: Universities Edition. This is a national hackathon at the level of universities in the kingdom, with 30 teams participating from 11 universities.
| 7/19/2025 | 7/31/2025 | | | | The Mentoring Meet event, successfully wrapped up at the University of Jordan, was hosted by the IEEE UJ Student Branch in collaboration with IEEE Young Professionals, who led the organization with the branch serving as the logistical partner. The event featured a remarkable day filled with inspiration, meaningful dialogue, and the exchange of experiences. It brought together a group of inspiring speakers with ambitious young professionals eager to develop their career skills and expand their networks. A heartfelt thank you goes to the speakers, attendees, and organizers who contributed to the success of this experience
| 7/16/2025 | 7/30/2025 | | | | Two teams from Jordan win gold medals in the 2025 Amman Programming Competition.
Ten teams from the University of Jordan, supported by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, participated in the Amman Programming Competition (AmmanCPC 2025), which took place at Princess Sumaya University on Saturday, July 5, 2025. The participating teams excelled, with two teams winning gold medals for second and third places in the competition. The second place was secured by the team composed of Malik Al-Saud, Saleh Kanani, and Laith Al-Naimeh, while the third place went to the team consisting of students Yazan Abdullah, Mohammad Saad, and Wafaa Abdul-Latif, under the supervision and training of Dr. Abdelbaset Assaf.  
| 7/6/2025 | | | | | KASIT Congradulates Prof. Dr. Ahmad Sharieh for being named a 2024 Top Scholar by ScholarGPS, which ecognizes Top Scholars for their outstanding performance in various Fields, Disciplines, and Specialties. Dr. Sharieh's strong publication record, the impact of hiswork, and the notable quality of his scholarly contributions have placed him in the top 0.5% of all scholars worldwide according to the most recent 2024 ScholarGPS rankings. Dr. Sharieh's Profile on ScholarGPS
| 6/22/2025 | 7/30/2025 | | | | Within the activities of the Second Forum of Honorary Professors at the University of Jordan, King Abdullah II School of Information Technology organized a scientific lecture titled: "Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in B5G and Next G Wireless Communication Systems," presented by the honorary professor Marwan Krunz. The lecture witnessed the presence of the Dean, Professor Basel Mohafza, and the deputy dean, Dr. Marwan Al-Tawil, along with a number of faculty members from KASIT and other faculties in JU, in addition to students ajored in Information Technology and Engineering.
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| 6/4/2025 | 7/18/2025 | | | | A distinguished group of over 80 scientists, among the world's leading scholars, shines like a radiant light.
The participation of honorary professors from the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology in the Second Honorary Professors Forum at the University of Jordan, which commenced on May 31, 2025.
| 5/31/2025 | | | | | As part of the activities of the Second Honorary Professors Forum, the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology welcomes its honorary professors and hosts them in scientific events. Global Professor Mohammed Obaidat gives a lecture at the University of Jordan on artificial intelligence.
| 5/29/2025 | | | | | A student team from the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology at the University of Jordan achieved advanced positions in the Arab Olympiad for Artificial Intelligence 2025, securing first place in the problem-solving track, second place in both the machine learning and computer vision tracks, and third place in the embedded systems track.
The team consisted of students specializing in artificial intelligence, data science, and cybersecurity, under the supervision of Dr. Tamam Al-Sarhan. The dean of the college, Dr. Basel Mohafza, expressed his pride in the team's achievements, emphasizing the importance of these participations in enhancing the university's reputation and developing students' skills. The Olympiad serves as a competitive platform for Arab youth in the fields of artificial intelligence, aiming to apply modern skills in real-world scenarios. 
| 5/18/2025 | | | | | Our students won 1st place and 4th place in the GJU 3030 Innovation Competition under the theme “Artificial Intelligence and its Applications”, competing among 130+ teams from across Jordan.
Big congratulations to both teams and their supervisor Prof. Omar Alkadi.
| 5/17/2025 | 7/29/2025 | | | | The University of Jordan (UJ), represented by King Abdullah II School of Information Technology and Huawei Jordan, organised a Career Day as part of their continuous efforts to support talent and provide real employment opportunities for fresh graduates in the fields of telecommunications engineering and information technology.
The event was held in the presence of senior academic and corporate representatives, including UJ’s vice presidents, Dean of the school, as well as Huawei’s Human Resources Director, Li Hairong; and Government Affairs Director, Zhao Fengming.
UJ President, Prof. Nathir Obeidat, delivered an opening speech highlighting the importance of strong partnerships between universities and the private sector. He emphasised that collaborations with leading technology companies like Huawei play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academic education and market demand, while providing students and graduates with real-world exposure and career-building opportunities.
CEO of Huawei Jordan, Yang Ming, delivered a keynote speech reaffirming the company’s dedication to investing in young Jordanian talents. He stated that Huawei is committed to hiring fresh graduates without requiring previous work experience, believing that passion, determination, and individual potential are the true foundations of strong and forward-thinking teams.
Huawei provided comprehensive insights into its 2025 employment plan, highlighting a range of career opportunities across its various ICT solution departments. In addition, Huawei presented its robust onboarding and career development programs, which are designed to equip new hires with both technical competencies and soft skills essential for thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment.
Huawei Jordan announced that candidates accepted into the program will not only have the opportunity to work within the company's Jordan office but also be eligible to apply for positions in Huawei offices across the Middle East and Central Asia, as part of Huawei’s regional talent mobility and development programs.
This initiative falls under Huawei’s broader strategy to support Jordan’s digital transformation journey by investing in local talent and building sustainable partnerships with educational institutions. The company reaffirmed that empowering youth and integrating them into the tech ecosystem is essential for driving a knowledge-based economy.
The event witnessed strong engagement from students and graduates who visited Huawei’s booth in large numbers, showing keen interest in the presented career paths. Their active participation reflects a growing desire among Jordanian youth to contribute to leading tech companies and be part of the digital future.
| 5/15/2025 | | | | | | 5/14/2025 | | | | | The University of Jordan, represented by the King Abdullah II College of Information Technology, launched the first specialized cybersecurity platform, the "Cyber Security Hub" (JUCC), for its members across various careers and categories. The event was held today under the patronage of University President Dr. Nazir Obeidat, and attended by his deputies, a group of faculty members and students at the college, and representatives of partner sectors in the field of cybersecurity. Prior to launching the platform, Obeidat said, "Cyber threats are increasing day by day, and the ideas of students and their professors are the path to the future, to knowledge production, and to the production of knowledge." He noted that they bear the responsibility of defending against threats that have surpassed military threats in their severity. In his speech, he added that we at the University of Jordan are proud of what we have achieved. This year, the first cohort of cybersecurity students will graduate from the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, ranked among the top 100 colleges in the world. It also houses state-of-the-art laboratories, staffed by experts in electronic games, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. He also noted that the Electronic Games Center will begin operations soon. The supervisor of the “JUCC” platform project from the college, Dr. Iman Al-Momani, decided to give the student team who worked on the project with great diligence and perseverance for a whole year until today, when the platform’s launch was announced, the opportunity to present the nature of the tasks assigned to them and the amount of work they put forth in the various stages of completing the project. She emphasized that the college is full of many distinguished students armed with various specialized cognitive sciences and practical skills, and capable of inventing creative ideas and turning them into reality. | 5/6/2025 | 5/31/2025 | | | | A follow-up visit conducted by the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Center for the internal quality system in the university's academic entities, which commenced with the aim of enhancing the effectiveness of implementation and monitoring continuous improvement at King Abdullah II School of Information Technology.
| 4/26/2025 | | | | | For the past several years, Prof. Mohammad S. Obaidat, Life Fellow of IEEE, Fellow of AAIA, Fellow of FTRA, Fellow of AIIA, and Fellow of SCS
Past President and Chair of the Board of Directors of The Society for Modeling and Simulation International, SCS has been ranked as the top computer science researcher and the top Electronics and Electrical Engineering researcher in Jordan, including recently in 2025.
| 4/18/2025 | | | | | Congratulations to: Obaidat Mohammad S. whose work has been recognized as a top cited article in: transactions on emerging telecommunications technologies
| 3/19/2025 | | | | | Statements by His Excellency Professor Nazeer Obaidat President of the University of Jordan via the airwaves of the University of Jordan Radio: King Abdullah II School of Information Technology is among the top one hundred universities in the world.
| 3/19/2025 | | | | | The University of Jordan achieves a significant leap in the QS World University Rankings for 2025. 💫
The Computer Science and Information Systems program has risen to the 100th position globally, up from 149th last year.
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