English Department Students Visit Mar Yacoub Monastery in Educational Trip

As part of the University’s commitment to integrating theoretical knowledge with practical academic experience, the English Department at the University of Kalamoon organized an educational trip for second-level students to Deir Mar Yacoub Al-Maqtaa in Qara.
During the visit, students received a detailed explanation from an foreign monk about the monastery’s various sections. The students actively engaged in the tour, asking questions and expressing admiration for the monastery’s distinctive architecture and ancient murals that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Al-Qalamoun region.
The trip provided students with valuable opportunity to practice their listening and speaking skills in an authentic cultural setting, leaving them with both meaningful impressions and practical language benefits. The trip was held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, under the supervision of Ms. Omama Ramadan and Ms. Hala Assi, faculty members in the English Department.

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