Teaching Diploma Faculty of Education (Fsedu) usj.edu.lb/fsedu fsedu@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 579

The Teaching Diploma at USJ invites educators, and those aspiring to become educators, to step into a program designed for today’s dynamic and fast-changing learning environments. More than a certification, it is a professional boost that blends humanistic values with the latest in pedagogical innovation, equipping educators to understand learners deeply and support them academically, socially, and emotionally. As part of the program, participants develop key competencies that prepare them to meet the demands of the professional field:

• Expertise in teaching disciplines
• Development of innovative teaching strategies aligned with current educational trends

Whether educators aim to teach in schools, lead learning initiatives, or contribute to community education, the program empowers them to enter the field with confidence, creativity, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Master in Interpretation Faculty of Languages and Translation (FDLT) School of Translation and Interpreters of Beirut (ETIB) usj.edu.lb/etib etib@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 552

ETIB’s Master in Interpretation offers a unique opportunity to enter a profession that is more vital than ever in the age of artificial intelligence. As societies become increasingly multilingual and institutions depend on clear and rapid communication, skilled human interpreters remain irreplaceable. AI can process language, but only interpreters can grasp intention, cultural nuance, and ethical responsibility, serving as custodians of meaning and fairness who ensure that every voice is heard and understood.

This Master equips students to become confident, agile, and technologically fluent professionals ready to serve on the national, regional, and international stage. The learner-centered, practice-intensive program is taught by renowned interpreters accredited by leading organizations, including the United Nations. Students train in simultaneous, consecutive, public service, and remote interpreting while mastering conference procedures, international institutions, ethics, and career management.

With market-driven language combinations and strong links to employers, graduates access opportunities across ministries, courts, hospitals, NGOs, global organizations, and the private sector. Choosing this Master means choosing impact, mobility, and a future-ready career at the heart of communication.

European Reaccreditation by ACQUIN Granted Without conditions, for a period of 8 years

On November 10, 2025, the university community gathered in the auditorium of the Raymond and Aïda Najjar Building at the Faculty of Medicine to celebrate a historic milestone: the unconditional institutional reaccreditation for 8 years of Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ) by the European agency ACQUIN. The event brought together Prof. Salim Daccache, S.J., Rector of USJ; Prof. François Boëdec, S.J., Rector-designate; Prof. Nada Moghaizel-Nasr, Honorary Dean and Delegate of the Rector; as well as vice-rectors, deans, directors, faculty members, staff, students, and alumni.

USJ had earned its first institutional accreditation in 2019, under the leadership of Rector Salim Daccache, S.J., and under the coordination of Prof. Moghaizel-Nasr.

Prof. Nada Moghaizel-Nasr paid tribute to Prof. Salim Daccache, S.J., whom she described as an “exceptional captain,” an entrepreneur, and a builder who chose hope.

Taking the floor, the Rector began by paying tribute to Prof. Moghaizel-Nasr, “who steered this demanding process with rigor and inspiration,” before recalling that this unconditional institutional reaccreditation for 8 years represents “a resounding recognition of USJ’s mission and excellence,” as well as “a commitment to continue on the path of quality.” He expressed his “deep gratitude” to the university community, whose unity and resilience impressed the ACQUIN experts.

In closing, he reaffirmed that this reaccreditation marks “the beginning of a renewed collective commitment,” carried by the continuity of the Ignatian spirit: always reaching higher, further, and stronger, for knowledge, for Lebanon, and all of Humanity.

When 3,347 Students Discover Their Future at USJ: An Exceptional Open Doors Day!

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Saint Joseph University of Beirut welcomed 64 schools, bringing together a total of 3,347 students from across Lebanon to take part in Open Doors, an event organized by the Student Information and Orientation Office (SIO) for 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.

Starting at 8:30 a.m., the Sciences and Technology Campus in Mar Roukos came alive with the arrival of students eager to explore USJ’s academic programs and get a firsthand taste of university life.
They toured the campus, explored the various booths, engaged with academic and administrative teams, and asked all their questions about their future studies.

All USJ institutions were present to guide participants, showcase the richness of the programs offered, and share the spirit of excellence and openness that defines the university.

Through campus tours, visits to laboratories, inspiring encounters, interactive and sports activities, students were able to envision their academic future in a concrete way. Their enthusiasm and curiosity made the day even more memorable.

Thanks to the mobilization of all the university’s institutions, the exemplary collaboration of the teams, and the students’ energy, this edition of the Open Doors Day was a true success.

A warm thank you to all our partner schools for their trust.
Thank you to USJ’s institutions and services for their commitment.
And congratulations to the students for their thirst for discovery!

See you at the next edition, as we continue building future paths together, full of passion and ambition.

Martine Abi Khalil Named One of the 200 Most Influential Women in Global Health Faculty of Sciences (FS) usj.edu.lb/fs fs@usj.edu.lb +961 (1) 421 368

Among the “Global 200 Women Power Leaders 2025,” Martine Abi Khalil (FS, 2005) shines in the Health category, a distinction that crowns a career where research, strategy, and human commitment all meet.

A versatile leader for over twenty years, Martine Abi Khalil holds a Bachelor in Life Sciences from the USJ Faculty of Sciences (FS), earned in 2005, followed by a professional Master in Industrial Technology in 2007. She continued her specialization with an MBA in Management in 2010, and later, in 2022, completed a Master in Hospital and Healthcare Management.

She is the founder and executive director of KBP-Biomak, a consulting firm specializing in clinical research, pharmaceutical support, quality assurance, HR management, and international projects. She has led numerous initiatives across countries including Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kuwait, Canada, Belgium, and many more. She also serves as President of the USJ Faculty of Sciences Alumni Association.

Since 2024, she has also been the Executive Director of Saint Charles Hospital, affiliated with the HDF-USJ network, further strengthening her commitment to the healthcare sector in Lebanon.

Martine is also highly active in the academic field. She teaches healthcare management and clinical research at USJ and at Université de la Sagesse. She additionally trains professionals in Lebanon, Egypt, Belgium, and beyond on quality standards related to clinical trials and the management of healthcare institutions.

Article taken from the website: Alumni USJ

The SIO team during the Open Doors on December 4, 2025
From left to right: Georgette Birak | Aline Nasr | Hanane Bou Doumit | Jana Aouad | Omar Chehab

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