Seven students from the Hijjawi Faculty for Engineering Technology at Yarmouk University—winners of the “WEFE Nexus Hackathon”—participated in an international workshop hosted by the Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences (H-BRS) in Germany.

The student delegation was accompanied by Dr. Mwaffaq Otoom, Yarmouk University’s Vice President and Project Director; Dr. Mohammad Alzubaidi, Dean of the Faculty; and Dr. Amjad Al-Fahoum from the Department of Biomedical Systems and Informatics Engineering.

The participating students were Farah Al-Zubaidi, Tala Al-Azzam, Anas Al-Omrat, Louay Al-Tamimi, Samer Al-Tamimi, Mahmoud Al-Salman, and Mohammad Al-Samadi.

During the workshop, the students presented their innovative projects, which focused on sustainable solutions in the fields of water, energy, food, and the environment. These projects were designed to meet the needs of regions facing complex environmental and economic challenges, such as water scarcity, pollution, and increasing demand for renewable energy.

The projects incorporated advanced technologies, including smart systems for water and energy management, and innovative solutions for improving food production using sustainable tech.

Some projects also focused on designing eco-friendly devices for water desalination and purification. The students’ work received considerable attention from participants and international experts, who praised the effective integration of innovation and practical application.

The workshop provided students with valuable opportunities to engage with academics and industry experts, enriching their educational experience. They presented their ideas and solutions to top specialists in sustainability and technology, reflecting the high quality of education and training offered at Yarmouk University. The event also helped them gain real-world experience and develop skills needed to work in multicultural environments and tackle global challenges.

Dr. Otoom praised the students’ outstanding performance during the workshop, highlighting the significance of such international engagements in expanding their perspectives and refining their skills.

He emphasized that events like these are more than academic activities—they are vital platforms for students to present their innovations to a global audience. They also allow interaction with innovators and experts from around the world, fostering inspiration and motivation to face contemporary challenges in engineering and technology.

Dr. Otoom noted that these experiences contribute to developing critical and creative thinking skills, preparing students for the global job market and equipping them to navigate its future demands. He affirmed Yarmouk University’s ongoing efforts to provide educational opportunities that bolster its reputation as a leading academic institution in the region, adding that such international participation positions the university among the world’s top institutions.

Similarly, Dr. Alzubaidi expressed pride in the students’ achievements, stating that this international participation clearly reflects the Faculty’s sustained efforts to support students and enhance their capabilities in technology and engineering. He emphasized the Faculty’s commitment to integrating academic knowledge with practical experience to develop a generation of engineers and innovators capable of solving complex technological problems.

He added that this international experience exposed students to some of the brightest minds in their fields, encouraging the exchange of ideas and learning from others’ experiences.

Dr. Alzubaidi also stressed that such events strengthen students’ ability to operate in diverse environments, increase their adaptability, and prepare them to meet global challenges. He highlighted the Faculty’s focus on equipping students with tools to keep pace with continuous technological advancements by providing a learning environment that fosters innovation and critical thinking—opening new opportunities both locally and globally.

It’s worth noting that the WEFE Nexus Hackathon was held earlier this year at Yarmouk University. Students competed by presenting innovative solutions to challenges in the areas of water, energy, food, and the environment. Several outstanding projects were selected to represent the university and Jordan in this international workshop in Germany.