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University-Wide SDGs Education for all Students

An-Najah National University affirms a university-wide commitment to meaningful SDG education that reaches all students. Sustainability concepts are integrated across programmes and supported by a structured model with four pillars: (1) integration across the full curriculum; (2) a mandatory Community Service & Sustainability course (with a sustainability-literacy test) taken by every student; (3) a rich menu of SDG-focused electives, projects and co-curricular experiences; and (4) active student association leadership that turns classroom learning into community impact. Together, these elements ensure every graduate develops practical understanding of the SDGs and the capacity to apply them in professional and civic life.

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ANNU embeds sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across teaching and learning in all colleges. Over 70% of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses include SDG-relevant learning outcomes, topics, labs, or community projects (based on the university’s curriculum mapping for AY 2024/25). This ensures every student engages with sustainability through their own discipline and can apply SDG thinking to real problems. Such as:

BA in Social Work

BA in Planning Engineering and City Technology

BA in Geomatics Engineering

BA in Materials Science Engineering

BA in Kindergarten

BA in Energy and Environmental Engineering

BA in Education, Lower Preparatory

BA in Education, Upper Preparatory

BA in Health Information Management (HIM)

BA in Plant Production & Protection

 

PhD in Sustainable Energy Technology

PhD in Engineering Systems Management and Sustainability

MA in Sustainable Engineering in Production

MA in Clean Energy Conservation Engineering

MA in Water & Environmental Engineering

MA in Environmental Sciences

MA in Urban & Regional Planning Engineering

PhD in Food Chemistry

MA in Nutrition and Food Technology

MA in Risk and Disaster Management

MA in Highway & Transport Engineering

MA in Structural Engineering

MA in Architectural Engineering

MA in International law and Human Rights

MA in Community Mental Health Nursing

MA in Public Health Management

MA in Public Heath

MA in Psychological and Educational Counsling

The Community Service & Sustainability Course is a compulsory course for all students, which introduces them to the SDGs and encourages them to participate in volunteer initiatives aligned with these goals. This mandatory course ensures that every student, regardless of their major, gains a fundamental understanding of the SDGs and their role in fostering sustainable development.

Community Service & Sustainability Course Outline

 

In addition to mandatory courses, the university also offers optional courses and seminars, workshops, and extracurricular activities focused on various aspects of the SDGs. These opportunities allow students to further explore their interests in sustainability and deepen their understanding of how they can contribute to achieving the SDGs in their personal and professional lives.

Elective Course: Sustainable Development & Planning Course Outline 

 

The university’s Student Association actively engages in promoting sustainability through organized events, campaigns, and volunteer opportunities centered around the SDGs. This involvement helps students collaborate on sustainability initiatives, fostering a campus-wide culture of environmental and social responsibility.

An-Najah National University Students Sustainability Associations:

Sustainability and Environmental Activities Led by Student Associations

  1. Environmental and Water Challenges Conference

  1. 4Sustain Conference “On the Land of the Story We Write Sustainability"

  • Brief Description: Promoted youth engagement in sustainability and policymaking via a simulation of SDG implementation.

  • Student Organization: The Law Students Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 13, SDG 16

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Recreational Day at Nursery

  1. English Panel Discussion

  • Brief Description: Promoted cultural understanding and global awareness, contributing to education and global partnerships.

  • Student Organization: The Translation Hub

  • Related SDG: SDG 4, SDG 17

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Digital Marketing Workshop for Pharmacy

  1. 6th Pharmaceutical Training Conference "Steps Without Borders"

  • Brief Description: Improved pharmaceutical knowledge and professional development, supporting sustainable health care.

  • Student Organization: Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Medical Day

  1. Awareness with Mothers' School Society  

  1. "Eye on the Future" Exhibition

  • Brief Description: Showcased student-led innovations in technology and sustainable development.
  • Student Organization: Arab Innovation Network (AIN)
  • Related SDG: SDG 9, SDG 17
  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. "Discover Your Vision" Optical Exhibition

  • Brief Description: Raised awareness on eye health and early screening, part of good health practices.

  • Student Organization: Optometry Student Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Pharmaceutical Hackathon  

  1. Russian Language Cultural Day  

  • Brief Description: Promoted intercultural dialogue and inclusive education.

  • Student Organization: The Translation Hub

  • Related SDG: SDG 4, SDG 10

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Mental Health Campaign for Mothers  

  1. Swimming Championship  

  • Brief Description: Promoted physical health and well-being through student sports.

  • Student Organization: Sports Activity Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Tree and Flower Planting at Campus  

  1. Modern Media Exhibition  

  • Brief Description Encouraged environmental and social awareness via modern media tools

  • Student Organization: Young Journalists Syndicate

  • Related SDG: SDG 4, SDG 16

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Job Market Readiness

  • Brief Description: Bridged academia and sustainable employment, preparing students for green jobs.

  • Student Organization: IEEE Najah Student Branch

  • Related SDG: SDG 8, SDG 9

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. VR Lecture

  • Brief Description: Introduced tech for environmental and industrial simulations.

  • Student Organization: Chemical Engineers Society

  • Related SDG: SDG 9, SDG 12

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. ‘Workforce Readiness’ Seminar 

  • Brief Description: Prepared students for labor markets with emphasis on innovation and sustainability.
  • Student Organization: An-Najah Entrepreneurs Association
  • Related SDG: SDG 8
  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Charity Bazaar – International Day of Persons with Disabilities  

  1. "Entrepreneur at My University" Exhibition  

  • Brief Description: Encouraged student entrepreneurship in sustainable business sectors.

  • Student Organization: The Entrepreneurs Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 8, SDG 9

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Educational & Cultural Exhibition 

  • Brief Description: Fostered global citizenship and intercultural understanding.

  • Student Organization: The Translation Hub

  • Related SDG: SDG 4, SDG 17

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Nutrition and Food Processing Exhibition  

  1. "Pink October" Awareness Campaign

  1. "Blue November" Awareness Campaign

  1. Disability Awareness Campaign

  1. Photojournalism Workshop  

  • Brief Description: Empowered students to communicate social/environmental issues through photography.

  • Student Organization: The Young Journalists Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 4, SDG 16

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Entrepreneurs Challenge Sports Championship

  • Brief Description: Combined health promotion with entrepreneurial networking and team-building.

  • Student Organization: Entrepreneurs Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 8

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Entrepreneurs Challenge Sports Championship

  1. Adolescent Awareness for Better Health and a Sustainable Future

  • Brief Description: Educate middle school students about the physical and psychological changes during puberty, aiming to enhance health awareness and promote positive behaviors.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Empower Schoolchildren with Vital Health Education 

  • Brief Description: Health awareness sessions among school students by providing essential knowledge and skills on first aid, disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, and safety.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Health Awareness Campaign for Basic Boys School

  • Brief Description: Enhance students' knowledge on a variety of essential health and safety topics.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Empowering Youth for Healthier Communities

  • Brief Description: Health awareness sessions for school students, covering hygiene, nutrition, first aid, and safety. This supports sustainable development by promoting health and well-being in the community.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Enhancing Health Awareness for a Sustainable Community

  • Brief Description: Contributing to improving local community health and supporting sustainable development goals.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

  1. Nursing Community Health

  • Brief Description: Building a Healthier Future: Nursing’s Impact on Youth in Community and Public Health.

  • Student Organization: Nursing Students' Association

  • Related SDG: SDG 3, SDG 4

  • For more information about the event, click here

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