Amran: The Accreditation and Evaluation Committee, assigned by the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research, today reviewed the academic facilities and infrastructure at the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences at Amran University, as part of the steps toward academic accreditation and the development of educational programs.
According to Yemen News Agency, the President of Amran University, Dr. Mohammed Al-Dhalai, emphasized during his meeting with committee members that the establishment and opening of the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences came in response to the comparative advantage of the governorate as an agricultural environment hosting one of Yemen's most productive agricultural plains, "Qa' al-Bawn." He highlighted that this initiative aligns with the directives of Revolution Leader, Sayyed Abdulmalik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, aimed at focusing on agricultural aspects by universities and educational institutions, and directing scientific research and studies toward sustainable agricultural development to contribute to achieving self-sufficiency.
Dr. Al-Dhalai expressed appreciation for the support of the revolutionary and political leadership, as well as the leadership of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources, and their continuous support for Amran University. The Vice President of the University for Graduate Studies, Dr. Abdul Fattah Al-Qars, noted that the university is steadily advancing toward academic excellence, as evidenced by its distinguished presence in international rankings, particularly in the fields of scientific research and knowledge publishing.
The Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences, Dr. Mansour Abu Hatim, reviewed the facilities and infrastructure available to the faculty, including modern scientific laboratories, agricultural reserves, the university's private artesian well for water pumping, distinguished teaching staff, training programs, and field visits for students. He emphasized that the faculty aims to supply the labor market with qualified, highly competent cadres who will effectively contribute to comprehensive agricultural development.
The committee's work included reviewing course descriptions, examining the readiness of laboratories and agricultural reserves, and the artesian well, as well as inspecting lecture halls and administrative offices at the faculty. The committee praised the level of organization and efforts made by the university and faculty leadership.