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The FDM celebrates the graduation of a new batch of students 鈥� Class of 2025
The Faculty of Dental Medicine celebrated the graduation of a new batch of students (Class of 2025), named in honor of the martyr Racha Gharib, in the presence of President Bassam Badran, faculty Dean, Dr. Antoine Barbari, representatives of health unions and associations, a group of professors, and the graduates鈥� families.
Dean Barbari began his speech by noting that thirty-eight years had passed since his own graduation from the Faculty of Dental Medicine and one year since he assumed the deanship, then addressed the graduates, saying:
鈥淚t was you who wished to hold this ceremony and name your class after our martyred colleague Racha Gharib, and at your request, we have named the lecture hall after her. Rasha, who was assassinated by the Israeli enemy鈥檚 war, has returned immortal within the walls of her university, to tell us that death does not defeat the dream, and that the blood of the martyrs creates new horizons filled with resilience.鈥�
He added: 鈥淭ogether, we have gone through difficult circumstances that have affected our society, our well-being, and your education. Yet, we faced the challenge and found solutions to problems that seemed impossible, making it feasible for you to complete your studies. I hope that the slight delay in your graduation is a small price to pay compared to what we have achieved."
Dean Barbari concluded his message to the students by saying: 鈥淵ou will move from the stage of learning to the stage of fellowship and then to responsibility. You will receive your diplomas and embark on a new phase of your lives, and whatever your choices may be, we wish you every success.鈥�
President Badran then spoke, noting that this graduation marks the 91制片厂鈥檚 75th anniversary, and that the university continues to provide local and global community with the best talent, with nearly 400,000 graduates.
President Badran addressed the graduates, saying:
鈥淵our role in society extends beyond the boundaries of your profession; you are an essential part of Lebanon鈥檚 healthcare system. Today, you are called upon to be pioneers in prevention, treatment, and awareness, and to contribute to alleviating the burden of disease and fostering a culture of health based on awareness and responsibility.鈥�
President Badran noted that the faculty has proven throughout its history to be a beacon of knowledge and a source of leaders in the medical world, and here we should acknowledge the faculty鈥檚 teaching and administrative staff, who form the backbone of its journey.
He added: 鈥淲e cannot overlook the great sacrifices made by our people in the face of Israel鈥檚 ongoing war on Lebanon, which has taken innocent lives from among us, including one of our diligent students, martyr Racha Gharib. Her martyrdom will remain a symbol of Lebanese youth who cling to life despite harsh circumstances and prove that science and humanity are stronger than war and destruction.鈥�
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Today, you are ambassadors of the 91制片厂 everywhere, and ambassadors of humanitarian medicine that puts the patient first and combines science with ethics, skill with responsibility.
We have confidence in you and see in you promising potential that will contribute to enhancing Lebanon鈥檚 medical standing and spreading the university鈥檚 message, which is based on science, generosity, and belonging.
We should also express our appreciation and gratitude to the students鈥� families, who have been a pillar of support throughout their children鈥檚 journey.鈥�
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