Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, represented by its College of Arts, marked World Arabic Language Day on January 17, 2025, under the theme "Arabic and Artificial Intelligence: Advancing Innovation While Preserving Cultural Heritage." The event drew notable attendance, led by the university's acting president, Dr. Fahad Al-Harbi, and was held in cooperation with the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA).

A wide-ranging cultural and academic program

The activities included an exhibition titled "We Take Pride in It," featuring eight main sections that reflected the blend of tradition and innovation. Highlights included:

  1. The Arabic Language Department, which presented "Literature Through Interactive Smart Platforms."
  2. The Department of Information Science, which focused on the digitization and archiving of manuscripts and on virtual museums.
  3. The Culture and Arts Unit, which reviewed its major cultural achievements in recent years.
  4. The College of Computer Science and Information Technology, which showcased innovative projects including:
    • "Mintiq," a tool designed to clarify spoken words and improve their intelligibility.
    • "Tayaqqan," which uses artificial intelligence to detect voice deepfakes in Arabic.

Leading partnerships

Prominent external partners took part in the exhibition, including:

  • The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, which highlighted the Kingdom's efforts to support the Arabic language.
  • SDAIA, which showcased its latest artificial intelligence tools, including a data radar and guidance manuals aimed at shaping the future.

Poetry honors

The event also saw the announcement of the winners of the fourth edition of the poetry creativity award, themed "The Camel: An Authentic Cultural Symbol in Saudi Arabia." The winners were:

  • Dr. Wadha Al-Qahtani, in the classical Arabic poetry category.
  • Mohammed Al-Dosari, in the Nabati poetry category.

Looking ahead

The celebration underscores the role Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University plays in preserving Arabic cultural and linguistic identity by combining modern technology with cultural creativity, reflecting the Kingdom's position as a global hub that honors its heritage while driving innovation.