Sulaiman Alrajhi University marked World Arabic Language Day on the evening of Monday 2 Rajab 1447 AH with a full cultural programme held at the University theatre, attended by a notable number of its staff and those interested in cultural affairs.
The event included an exhibition on the history of the Arabic language, together with the launch of a number of academic and cultural materials, among them a short story entitled “A Fading World” and the book “Al-Kawamin”, which focuses on the Arabisation of human anatomy for students of the College of Medicine and the health colleges, in addition to a dedicated corner for the arts of Arabic calligraphy.
The ceremony opened with a recitation of verses from the Holy Qur'an, followed by a student dramatic dialogue between Al-Jahiz and Ibn Khaldun, then an address delivered by Dr. Mohammed Aloyaydi. The event concluded with a cultural play entitled “When Language Speaks, Understanding Is Healed”.
The accompanying exhibition also featured a presentation on the stages of the development of the Arabic language and cultural giveaways, alongside the use of the visual identity of World Arabic Language Day on the University's screens and social media channels.
The supervisor of the event explained that this celebration comes in support of the standing of the Arabic language, affirming that Sulaiman Alrajhi University is keen to support programmes that help entrench this identity among students. He noted that the Arabic Language and Culture Club delivered nine programmes during October and November, totalling 2129 hours, benefiting more than 214 male and female students, with notable engagement and attendance.
