A Memorial Ceremony for the late Saadallah Jabour, a Member of the Teaching Staff in the Faculty of Architecture

 Today, the Faculty of Architecture at Damascus University organized a memorial ceremony for Professor Dr. Saadallah Jabour, professor of city planning, who had a long career of excellence, whether in his work as head of the Planning Office in the Damascus Governorate or at Damascus University and other Syrian, Arab and international universities.

Professor Dr. M. Firas Al-Hinnawi, Vice President of Damascus University for Scientific Research and Postgraduate Studies, emphasized that the late Professor Jabour dedicated his career to serving Damascus University with dedication and hard work, contributing significantly to its advancement and progress. This sentiment was evident in the heartfelt eulogy delivered in his honor. He further stated that Damascus University expresses its gratitude and admiration for all its esteemed professors. The memorial ceremony serves as a reaffirmation of the university's commitment and its dedication to honoring the legacy of its faculty members as a tribute to their remarkable career.

Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at the University, Professor Dr. Reda Deeb, indicated that the deceased belonged to a generation of esteemed professors who strongly believed in the importance of education. He left behind a remarkable legacy and an academic career characterized by generosity and extensive scientific research.

Saadallah Jabour, the late professor of city planning at the Faculty of Architecture at Damascus University, graduated from Aleppo University in 1964. He worked at the Municipality of Damascus from 1964 to 1971 before being selected by Damascus University to study in France. Upon his return in 1975, he joined the Faculty of Architecture as a faculty member, where he supervised numerous master's and doctoral theses. Throughout his career, he served as a visiting professor at various Arab and international universities and institutes. Additionally, he contributed to the Tempus Meda project, which focused on cultural cooperation between universities by teaching second-year modules for students pursuing professional master's degrees in city planning.