Maen Zakarneh
Welcome to the Faculty

Deans Message

 

I am delighted to welcome you to the Faculty of Sport Sciences at Arab American University. Our faculty is committed to advancing sports education and training and keeping pace with global scientific developments in Sports Science.

I sincerely thank my esteemed colleagues for their unwavering commitment and efforts, which have propelled our faculty to become a beacon of excellence in Palestine and across the region. Their dedication ensures we continually enhance our educational offerings, research capabilities, and community outreach.

To our students, I warmly welcome you and commend you for choosing the Arab American University. Your decision to join the Faculty of Sport Sciences reflects a commitment to excellence and a determination to contribute meaningfully to the world of sports. As future professionals, you embark on a journey that demands dedication, hard work, and a passion for advancing sports science.

Our mission is to provide a robust and comprehensive education that equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in various sports fields. We aim to cultivate professionals who will lead and innovate in sports clubs, federations, fitness and health centers, military institutions, and educational sectors.

In line with our commitment to excellence, we have invested significantly in state-of-the-art facilities to support your academic and athletic pursuits. These include a multi-purpose gymnasium, an international standard sports stadium, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, and numerous indoor and outdoor sports fields and courts. These facilities are designed to provide you with the best environment to hone your skills and achieve your academic goals.

As Faculty of Sport Sciences members, you are part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community. We are dedicated to fostering an environment encouraging academic excellence, innovative research, and meaningful community service. Our collaborations with educational and sports institutions, including the Ministry of Education, the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, the Palestinian Olympic Committee, and various sports federations and clubs, are a testament to our commitment to sports development in Palestine.

We are excited to support you on your journey and look forward to witnessing your growth and achievements in the field of Sport Sciences.

Sincerely,

Dr Main Zakarneh  

Dean, Faculty of Sport Sciences  

Arab American University

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vision

We aim to become leaders in sports sciences and physical education at the local, regional, and international levels. We aim to offer innovative educational and research programs that adhere to the highest quality standards and contribute to sports and community service development.

Message

The university's mission is to provide distinguished, world-class academic programs, while attracting qualified faculty members for teaching and research. The university works hard to create an open environment for cultural and knowledge exchange, with a focus on stimulating scientific research, creativity, innovation and leadership. The university pays special attention to building strong collaborative relationships with prestigious international universities. In addition, the university seeks to instill values and principles of ethics in its students, and encourages volunteerism and service to the local community by its staff, faculty and students.

Faculty Council members

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Dr. Main Zakarneh

Faculty Dean
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Dr. Saba Jarrar

Dr. Saba Jarrar

Faculty Member - Assistant Professor
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Dr. Samer Abu Eid

Dr. Samer Abu Eid

Faculty Member - Assistant Professor
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Dr. Samer AL-Sadi

Dr. Samer AL-Sadi

Faculty Member - Assistant Professor
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Dr. Oday Daraghmeh

Dr. Oday Daraghmeh

Assistant Professor/Head of Department of Sports Sciences
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Dr. Islam Abbas

Dr. Islam Abbas

Faculty Member - Associate Professor

Successive deans

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Prof. Jamal Abu Bshara

2018 - 2019
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Dr. Saba Jarrar

Dr. Saba Jarrar

2019 - 2020
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Dr. Islam Abbas

Dr. Islam Abbas

2020 - 2022

joined the university

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