Al-Israa University Celebrates the Release of Certificates for 207 Graduates with the Support of Its Board of Directors Gaza – Public Relations 🇵🇸 Al-Israa University celebrated the release of academic certificates for 207 of its male and female graduates, with the support of the university’s Board of Directors. This step aims to enable graduates to continue their professional and academic journeys under exceptional circumstances. The ceremony was attended by the University President, Professor Dr. Alaa Matar; Vice President for Academic Affairs, Professor Dr. Nahid Hijazi; Vice President for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Dr. Munther Azzam; Director of the Student Affairs Department, Mr. Mustafa Diab; several members of the academic and administrative staff; and the graduates’ families. The event featured national songs and performances of traditional Palestinian dabke. In a recorded address, the Chairman of the University’s Board of Directors, Eng. Omar Al-Hindi, congratulated the graduates, praising their determination to pursue success despite difficult circumstances. He emphasized that Palestinian students represent a model of diligence, perseverance, and commitment to education and hard work. For his part, the University President, Professor Dr. Alaa Matar, stated that issuing the certificates is not merely an academic procedure; rather, it reflects the university’s commitment to its students’ right to education and its dedication to preserving the value of their efforts and enabling them to continue their journeys. He added: “Today, we are not simply awarding certificates; we are renewing a commitment, opening doors of hope for our graduates, and affirming that their dreams deserve protection and that their right to education will remain a trust for which we are responsible.” Professor Dr. Matar reaffirmed the university’s continued support for its students, stating: “We will not allow, within the limits of our capabilities, poverty to become the end of a dream, war to become a barrier to education, or years of struggle to be lost before those who have worked so hard can reap the fruits of their efforts.” In a speech on behalf of the graduates, graduate Leila Salmi expressed her appreciation for this initiative, describing it as an important milestone in their lives. She praised the efforts of the university and its administration in resolving their academic documentation issues and issuing their certificates. She also expressed her gratitude to the teaching staff for their support throughout their years of study. The ceremony concluded with the distribution of certificates to the graduates in the presence of their families. The occasion celebrated the fruits of years of study and hard work and reaffirmed the importance of continuing education despite the challenges.