On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Al-Qasemi Academy celebrated the honoring of Professor Hossam Diab in recognition of his promotion to the rank of Associate Professor on the professional track in the field of Educational Initiatives and Pedagogical Innovation. The ceremony was attended by the President of the Academy, Professor Mohammad Amara; the Vice President for Academic Affairs (Second Degree), Professor Yassin Kettany; the General Director, Mr. Marwan Anbousi; and Professor Yitzhak Reiter, Chair of the Academic Promotions Committee, along with a distinguished group of faculty members and administrative staff.

This achievement crowns a distinguished professional and academic career during which Professor Diab has played a pioneering role in advancing students and teachers alike. He has made a tangible contribution to enhancing the quality of education and supporting the process of educational development within the community.

The ceremony opened with a presentation highlighting his distinguished academic journey. He earned his first and second degrees, followed by his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He also completed two postdoctoral fellowships in Switzerland and the United States of America. In addition to his academic accomplishments, Professor Diab is regarded as a prominent figure in Arab society through his service as a Senior Inspector at the Ministry of Education since 1998, as well as his leadership roles within the Ministry. Most recently, he received a Certificate of Excellence from the Ministry of Education in recognition of his outstanding contributions to educational development and community service.

In his remarks, the President of the Academy, Professor Mohammad Amara, congratulated Professor Diab on this achievement, praising his distinguished and relatively accelerated career path. He emphasized that this accomplishment reflects Professor Diab’s significant community contributions and his clear educational impact in the fields of educational initiatives and pedagogical innovation.

The General Director of Al-Qasemi Academy, Mr. Marwan Anbousi, also extended his congratulations, commending Professor Diab’s professional dedication and his continuous efforts in advancing academic and institutional work.

For his part, Professor Yitzhak Reiter, Chair of the Academic Promotions Committee, noted that he accompanied Professor Diab throughout the preparation and submission of his file to the Council for Higher Education, culminating in the awarding of the rank. He affirmed that this achievement is a well-deserved recognition of an outstanding academic career crowned with success.

The ceremony also included heartfelt speeches delivered by faculty members and administrators who worked closely with him, expressing their appreciation for his dedication, commitment, and leadership spirit. Several members of his family also spoke, conveying their pride in this distinguished academic achievement.

Professor Hossam Diab’s promotion to Associate Professor marks a new milestone in a career characterized by diligence and educational accomplishments. It stands as well-deserved recognition of his professional standing and his continued contributions to the development of the educational environment in alignment with the needs and aspirations of the community.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Academy’s administration reaffirmed its pride in its distinguished academic staff and congratulated Professor Hossam Diab on this academic achievement, wishing him continued success and further accomplishments that will strengthen the Academy’s progress and service to the community.