Public Events (Lifelong Learning)
Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU) is expanding its community engagement efforts through direct collaboration with local communities by hosting and organizing a wide range of public educational, scientific, awareness, cultural, and professional events across its various campus sites. These events extend the university’s learning environment beyond its students and staff by providing opportunities for community members, schools, professionals, civil society organizations, and other external beneficiaries to access knowledge, participate in learning activities, and exchange expertise.
Through these activities, BAU connects its academic expertise and specialized knowledge with the needs and interests of the wider community, supporting lifelong learning, public awareness, skills development, knowledge exchange, and community engagement.
BAU hosts both programmed public events and ad hoc public educational activities, including international and scientific conferences, scientific days, public lectures, awareness campaigns, workshops, exhibitions, and community-based learning activities. Examples of publicly documented events include:
Examples of Public Educational Events in 2025
On Programmed Basis Public Events
BAU hosted and organized a diverse range of public learning activities for community members, school students, teachers, professionals, specialists, and other external participants. These activities provided opportunities to acquire knowledge, develop practical skills, raise awareness, and exchange expertise with BAU academics and professionals.
• The First International Conference on Crisis Management : BAU hosted the First International Conference on Crisis Management as a public educational and knowledge-sharing event. The conference brought together academics, specialists, professionals, and external participants to exchange knowledge and experiences in crisis management and resilience.
• The 2nd International Conference of the Faculty of Business at BAU: The Future of Sustainability in the Business Environment: Tourism Development, Innovation, and Resilience” : This public educational conference addressed sustainability, tourism development, innovation, and resilience in the business environment. It provided an opportunity for academics, professionals, students, and members of the wider community to exchange knowledge and discuss contemporary professional and societal challenges.
• An Awareness Day on the Importance of Early Detection of Breast Cancer at Al-Balqa Applied University: This public awareness and educational activity provided participants with information on breast cancer prevention, early detection, screening, and health practices.
• The 2nd Scientific Day of Al-Salt Technical College The event provided a public platform for sharing scientific and technical knowledge, presenting academic work, and promoting interaction between the university and the wider community.
• The 3ed Annual Conference for English language Teachers in Jordan. BAU hosted this educational conference for English language teachers and other interested participants. The event provided professional learning and knowledge exchange on developments in English language teaching and education.
BAU hosted a range of public educational and knowledge-sharing activities associated with national, cultural, professional, and awareness occasions, such as : Celebration on Independence Day , Flag Day, Celebration of World Civil Defence Day International Students Day and Global Nursing Day .
Ad Hoc Public Events 2025
Training Workshop on Digital Marketing of Industrial Products and Enhancing Productivity Using Artificial Intelligence : This practical workshop provided participants with knowledge and skills in digital marketing, artificial intelligence, industrial promotion, and productivity enhancement, connecting university expertise with contemporary professional needs.
Harvest and Harvesters’ Songs in Al-Shobak and the Al-Sharah Region: This educational and cultural activity documented and shared local knowledge, heritage, and community practices associated with harvesting and traditional harvesters’ songs, contributing to intergenerational learning and the preservation of community knowledge.
Visit of King Abdullah II School for Excellence to the Faculty of Medicine: The visit provided school students with an opportunity to engage with the university’s medical learning environment and gain exposure to higher education, medical education, and potential academic pathways.
The Brave Hero and Little Wound Workshop to Promote Health Awareness in Schools: This educational workshop promoted health awareness among school students through age-appropriate learning about wounds, first aid, health, and safety.
International Day of the Midwife and Highlights Their Vital Role in Healthcare: The activity provided educational and awareness content highlighting the role of midwives in healthcare and the importance of maternal and family health.
An Educational and Awareness Day at Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Hospital: The activity provided health education and awareness for participants in the hospital and surrounding community, extending BAU’s health-related knowledge and expertise beyond its enrolled students.
Skills and Career Pathways Exhibition at Aisha Bint Abi Bakr School
“Surveying Day” in Cooperation with the Jordan Engineers Association and the Surveying Engineers Society This professional and educational activity promoted knowledge exchange in surveying and provided an opportunity for participants to engage with academic and professional expertise through collaboration between BAU and professional engineering organizations.
“Your Health Is Our Priority” Initiative: The initiative provided community-oriented health education and awareness, promoting healthy practices, prevention, and informed health decisions.