The Faculty of Languages and Translation is proud to announce the re-release of Dr. Haseeb Ahmed's book, 'Chinua Achebe: Hero in Quest' (ISBN.978-81-88730-57-5). Dr. Ahmed, a faculty member at the Faculty of Languages and Translation, has a robust academic portfolio including numerous national and international conference presentations, creative writings, twelve research papers, and the completion of two postdoctoral research projects.
Under the guidance of Dean Dr. Abdullah Al-Melhi, the Faculty of Languages and Translation commemorated the 87th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in a grand ceremony. The event was held on September 27th, 2017, at Building B, Auditorium 5, where a riveting account of the Kingdom's history was presented to the attendees, which included students, faculty, and staff. Poetry recitals and a fresh student orientation program added a vibrant dimension to the celebration.
The Deanship of E-Learning recently hosted a training session, under the careful guidance of Training Manager, Mohammed Jarallah, for new faculty members from across the university. Mohsin Raza Khan, the Supervisor of the E-Learning Unit at the Faculty of Languages and Translation, was the key speaker at the event.
The Faculty of Languages and Translation is thrilled to unveil the publication of Sharear Talukder's first poetic anthology, titled 'Glimpse of Rhythm'. Talukder, a distinguished lecturer at the faculty, has used his literary prowess to explore a broad spectrum of compelling topics such as citizen rights, freedom, and social justice, amongst others.
Ahmad Al-Otaibi, a student at King Khalid University's Faculty of Languages and Translation (clt) and a respected student journalist at Aseer News, recently received recognition from HRH Prince Faisal bin Khalid bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of the Asir Region. This commendation was in recognition of Al-Otaibi's sustained press and social media coverage of the activities undertaken by the Abha Charity Association, with Al-Otaibi serving as a representative of Aseer News.
On May 1, 2017, King Khalid University witnessed an engaging academic seminar organized by the Language Research Center of the Faculty of Languages and Translation. The star of the event was Abdullah Omar, a diligent Master's student, who held a captivating presentation titled "Awareness and Attitude of Saudi Students towards World Englishes." This presentation was a pivotal component of his ongoing MA research proposal.
King Khalid University was abuzz with intellectual vigor as it held the 12th Annual Research Day on April 20, 2017. The event, meticulously overseen by Dean Dr. Abdullah Al-Melhi and Dr. Ismail Alrefaai, Director of the Language Research Center, commenced with a recitation from the Holy Quran and a heartfelt welcome address by Dr. Al-Melhi. He underscored the pivotal role that the Annual Research Day plays in fostering new insights, driving innovative inquiries, and creating an inclusive platform for imaginative discovery.
Under the supervision of Dean Dr. Abdullah Al-Melhi, the Faculty of Languages and Translation (clt) recently partnered with the College of Applied Medical Sciences (CAMS) to offer a comprehensive two-day workshop focusing on 'Medical Terminology.' The training was ably conducted by Mr. Naser Alhawamdeh, Mr. Javed Ahmad, Mr. Salahud Din Abdul Rab, and Mr. Mohsin Raza Khan.
On April 15, 2017, Saudi German Hospital in Abha, Saudi Arabia played host to the inaugural Annual Forum on the English Language. Themed "Teaching English in the 21st Century," the forum was orchestrated under the oversight of Dr. Abdullah Al-Melhi, Dean, in a collaborative effort with Quality Education Holding Company and Oxford University Press. The forum’s focus centered on honing the professional development of language teachers, enhancing their competence in classroom management, activities, and overall language instruction.
On Monday, March 27, 2017, the Language Research Centre organized a thought-provoking seminar under the guidance of Dr. Ismail Alrefaai. The key speaker, Dr. Haseeb Ahmed, illuminated the significance of literature in the realm of English Language Teaching and Learning, with his presentation aptly titled, "What is Literature? Why Should We Study It?"