Deanship of Student Affairs

Overview

The Deanship of Student Affairs is a central pillar of the University, committed to supporting students, assisting them, and facilitating all necessary resources to achieve the University’s objectives while fulfilling students’ aspirations. This mission is carried out within a framework of respect, belonging, and unity among students, fostering participation and dialogue, in alignment with the University’s vision and mission and in accordance with applicable regulations and laws.

On behalf of all staff members of the Deanship, I extend a warm welcome to all students at Al- Istiqlal University – The University of All Palestinians.

We dedicate our efforts to serving you and ensuring that your university experience becomes one of your most cherished and memorable journeys.

Vision

The Deanship of Student Affairs aspires to be a center dedicated to identifying and nurturing students’ talents and abilities. It aims to engage students in diverse extracurricular activities that stimulate their potential, reinforce values of belonging, commitment, and discipline, and prepare them comprehensively for leadership and entrepreneurial roles in serving their community.

Objectives

The Deanship of Student Affairs aims to:

• Strengthen students’ sense of belonging, commitment, and discipline.
• Provide professional guidance to students and assist them in adapting to the academic environment.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of students’ leadership and entrepreneurial skills, and identify and nurture promising leaders in coordination with relevant university bodies.
• Participate in overseeing the Student Fund (as Committee Chair), in collaboration with the Deanship of Admissions and Registration and a representative from the Financial Department.
• Organize sports programs and activities to develop students’ talents, teamwork, and competitive spirit, and participate in sports events hosted by Palestinian universities, educational institutions, and security and military organizations.
• Prepare cultural, artistic, and social programs that complement the curriculum, raise cultural and artistic awareness, develop talents, strengthen student relationships, and enhance engagement with national and community issues.
• Assist students in overcoming social, educational, psychological, and financial challenges.
• Maintain follow-up with graduates, foster communication, and promote the University’s academic and professional mission.

Responsibilities

The Deanship of Student Affairs is responsible for managing and supporting all aspects of student life, including:

• Attending to student affairs, addressing their concerns, and assisting in resolving social, psychological, and financial issues.
• Receiving new students, guiding them through university facilities, introducing them to academic programs, and explaining student discipline regulations in coordination with the Admissions and Registration Department, Military Affairs, and the Security Department.
• Maintaining and organizing comprehensive student records in dedicated files.
• Conducting periodic inspections of male and female dormitories and providing necessary services in cooperation with Administrative and Military Affairs.
• Promoting positive student conduct through targeted programs that foster responsibility and a sense of belonging.
• Organizing cultural, artistic, social, and sports student committees in coordination with the Military Division, and implementing related programs and national celebrations.
• Supervising the sports hall and organizing training sessions under the guidance of designated sports trainers.
• Supporting students’ talents and creativity, assisting in the selection of promising leaders in cooperation with academic, military, and security bodies, and enhancing their roles in accordance with approved regulations.
• Organizing student social and recreational trips in compliance with university regulations.
• Coordinating student meetings with the University President, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and guests, in collaboration with Military Affairs and relevant departments.
• Organizing training camps, summer camps, and academic field activities, and supervising student participation in similar activities with Palestinian and partner universities and youth institutions, in coordination with relevant authorities.
• Providing educational and psychological guidance through social and psychological counselors, in cooperation with the Measurement and Counseling Center and the University Clinic.
• Organizing and managing student records related to official assignment orders issued by the Organization and Administration Authority.