“Yarmouk Tourism” Participates in the World Food Day
The Faculty of Tourism and Hotels participated in the celebration of World Food Day, which was organized by the Jordan Food and Drug Administration and observed annually on October 16. This year’s celebration was held under the theme: “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future”.
The Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Dr. Saad Al-Saad, emphasized that participating in this event reflects the faculty’s awareness of its academic and societal role in promoting a culture of sustainable and healthy food. He explained that this occasion represents an opportunity to highlight the strong connection between food science, hospitality, and tourism, and to shed light on the importance of food safety and balanced nutrition within the tourism and hospitality sector.
The participation also allowed faculty members to exchange expertise on issues related to food safety, reducing food waste in tourism and hospitality establishments, and supporting local Jordanian products. In addition, it contributed to enhancing cooperation with food and hospitality institutions—especially the Jordan Food and Drug Administration in a way that strengthens the bridge between the university and the community.
This participation reaffirms the faculty’s commitment to its mission of preparing qualified professionals capable of creating a positive impact on society through education, research, and humanitarian initiatives that highlight the value of food as a cornerstone of life and sustainable development.
Representing Yarmouk University in this event were Prof. Dr. Saad Al-Saad, Dean of the Faculty, and Prof. Dr. Akram Al-Rawashdeh. The event also saw the participation of representatives from the Royal Department for Environment Protection, the Jordan Customs Department, and representatives from the Ministries of Health, Agriculture, Industry and Trade, as well as the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), ambassadors from brotherly and friendly countries, representatives from the
