The University of Jeddah, represented by the College of Languages and Translation, has signed a cultural cooperation partnership with the Translation Association to enrich the local cultural scene. This partnership aims to make culture a way of life for Saudi citizens by encouraging young translators

With support from the President of Jeddah University, the College of Languages and Translation organized the second translation conference in 2024, titled “Translation and Future Trends.” The conference included the signing of a partnership with the Translation Association and the launch of simultaneous translation services. An elite group of academics and experts in translation participated in the event

Jeddah University, represented by the College of Languages and Translation, organized a forum to celebrate World Arabic Language Day under the theme “Arabic: The Language of Poetry and Arts.” The event featured dialogue sessions and an art exhibition highlighting the Arabic language in poetic and artistic contexts, aligning with Saudi Vision 2023

The College of Languages and Translation at the University of Jeddah, in cooperation with the Deanship of Student Affairs and under the patronage of Her Excellency the Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dr. Shatha Jamil Taha Khasifan, celebrated World Arabic Language Day in Prince Abdul Majeed Hall with an event titled “Art Avenue.” This year’s theme, “The Arabic Language: A Language of Poetry and Art,” was highlighted through various sections of the program. The first segment, “What Coffee Sometimes Means,” was a poetic tableau using the “moment crossing” technique from modern theater, bringing together poetic scenes in a single shot. This theatrical piece showcased the Arabic language’s versatility in expressing a unified theme through diverse artistic forms, including poetry and prose, reflecting the richness of Arabic literature. The second segment, an operetta titled “Princesses of Tales,” was an interpretive reading of human symbolism. Through dialogues between characters, it demonstrated how language can deepen human understanding and embody ideals drawn from folklore, preserving cultural heritage for future generations. The final segment, “The Hakawati Council,” revolved around the traditional storyteller, or Hakawati, sharing stories that captivated the gathered audience and illustrated the power of oral storytelling in Arabic culture

Future Leader…Washil Al-Zahrani, a student from the College of Languages and Translation at Jeddah University, shared insights into her participation in the Jazan Investment Forum. During the forum’s welcoming speech, two students greeted the Chinese ambassador in Chinese. The Chinese Ambassador to the Kingdom, Chen Weiqing, responded by saying, “I will speak Arabic at the forum to interact with the two students.”

Our students, Nouf Al-Amri and Washil Al-Zahrani from the College of Languages and Translation at Jeddah University, participated in delivering a welcoming speech in Chinese at the Jazan Investment Forum. They greeted His Excellency the Ambassador of the Republic of China, a gesture that was warmly received by all attendees.