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The recent plenary session delivered by Associate Professor Daniel Xerri of the Centre for Academic Literacies and English Communication Skills at the University of Malta provided a comprehensive overview of how English language teachers can effectively engage in classroom research. Conducted at the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL) conference […]
Why Sustainable Engineering Matters for Malta and Beyond Malta, a Mediterranean island with limited natural resources, faces unique sustainability challenges. Energy security, waste management, and climate resilience are top priorities. The Faculty of Engineering’s recent seminar underlined how engineering solutions can address these issues while preparing students for tomorrow’s job market. Seminar Highlights: From Theory […]
Why the Conference Matters for Biblical Scholarship The recent gathering of theologians, biblical scholars and linguists at the University of Malta highlighted the enduring relevance of the Psalter. By bringing together experts from the Masoretic tradition to the Coptic and Syriac manuscript streams, the event showcased the breadth of textual witnesses and the evolving methods […]
Overview of the Seminar The University of Malta (UM) convened a focused discussion on the intersection of women, politics, and violence on 10 April 2025 at the Arts Lecture Theatre. The event, organized by UM’s Gender Equality & Sexual Diversity Committee (GESDC) in partnership with the Gender and Sexualities Department, gathered academics, policymakers, and political […]
Overview of the Blue Impact Lab Training Session The University of Malta’s Faculty of Arts has recently marked an important milestone in its commitment to the sustainable development of the Mediterranean region. Prof. Michael Briguglio, Coordinator of the Masters in Social Impact Assessment, attended the Blue Impact Lab – a research training initiative focused on the […]
What SociologyMT Brings to the Academic Community The University of Malta (UM) has announced the launch of SociologyMT, a peer‑reviewed, online journal dedicated to sociology and related fields. This new platform extends UM’s reputation for high‑quality research and positions the department as a central hub for contemporary studies on Maltese and global social issues. Behind […]
On April 7, 2025, the University of Malta celebrated the launch of a seminal book that redefines how we view children’s creative expressions. Children Making Meaning: Exploring Drawings, Narratives and Identities, co‑authored by Dr. Josephine Deguara and Prof. Dame Cathy Nutbrown, draws on years of research in early childhood education and psychology to show how young learners use art […]
On 11 April 2025 the University of Malta’s Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office organised the SEA‑EU Photography Staff Week in Brest, France, bringing together staff from across the South‑East European Association (SEA‑EU). The programme, themed around photography as a communication tool, focused on both the technical aspects of camera use and the creative process of […]
The University of Malta is repositioning student development by integrating peer tutoring into its academic framework. This initiative, part of the “Transformation of Competencies” project, seeks to enhance learning outcomes, foster leadership skills, and build a culture of collaborative support across campuses in Malta. In this article we explore the rationale, benefits, and practical steps […]
Celebrating a Pioneer in Healthcare Education On 11 April 2025, the University of Malta’s Faculty of Health Sciences marked a momentous occasion by honoring one of its most influential founders, Prof. John Rizzo Naudi. The lecture room was renamed the John Rizzo Naudi Lecture Room and a portrait of the late professor was donated to […]
