The German Jordanian University (GJU), through its International Affairs Department (IAD), hosted the Academic Network Speakers Meeting 2026, with the participation of representatives from German partner universities and GJU schools. The meeting aimed to strengthen academic cooperation, exchange expertise, and explore new opportunities in teaching, research, and academic mobility.
The meeting was supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) under the Transnational Education (TNE) funding framework. It was attended by GJU President Prof. Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli and Prof. Claudia Fülle, who was recently elected Vice-Rector for International Affairs and Equal Opportunities at Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences.
Discussions focused on identifying shared strategic priorities for 2027 and exploring opportunities to develop joint research initiatives and clusters, enhance online and hybrid teaching formats, and promote more impactful engagements through the Flying Faculty program. Participants also discussed strengthening interdisciplinary cooperation, fostering closer links between universities and industry, and developing a common roadmap to guide the academic networks' activities in 2027.
The meeting also featured two specialized presentations offering insights into international academic cooperation and mobility. Dr. Norina-Eliane Feer from Fulda University of Applied Sciences delivered a presentation titled “Living the Best of Both Worlds? The Educational and Career Trajectories of GJU Students,” while Prof. Dr. Annette Scheersoi from the University of Bonn joined online to deliver her presentation, “Future Perspectives of Academic Mobility: Lessons Learned and Strategic Recommendations.”
The program featured presentations on recent developments at GJU and its German academic networks, as well as discussions on research priorities, international cooperation, and future funding opportunities. Participants also visited the Deanship of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship (DI-TECH) and the Technology, Research and Innovation Park (TRIP), where they learned about the University's research and innovation ecosystem.
The program concluded with a visit to As-Salt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized as “The Place of Tolerance and Urban Hospitality,” offering participants an opportunity to experience Jordan’s rich cultural heritage.
The meeting reflects GJU's ongoing commitment to strengthening its German academic networks, advancing research and educational cooperation, and translating academic exchange into concrete joint initiatives and projects.