Editor-in-Chief of Al-Seyassah and Arab Times newspapers Ahmed Al-Jarallah offers advice to Kuwait University students Dana Al-Rifai and Fatima Al-Yaqout who were on a visit to the newspaper .

KUWAIT CITY, July 14: Dean of Kuwaiti journalism and Editor-in-Chief of Al-Seyassah and Arab Times newspapers Ahmed Al-Jarallah received a delegation of female students from the College of Business Administration at Kuwait University in the headquarters of the newspapers on Monday. The visit was part of a field trip to media institutions organized by the college for its students to learn about the work environments in these institutions. It is included in the applied university project titled “Between Paper and Screen.” Al-Jarallah briefed the delegation of students (consisting of Dana Al-Rifai and Fatima Al-Yaqout, who are majoring in Accounting and Marketing) on the history of Al-Seyassah’s founding and some of the pivotal milestones in his journalistic career.

Editor-in-Chief of Al-Seyassah and Arab Times newspapers Ahmed Al-Jarallah receives Dana Al-Rifai and Fatima Al-Yaqout in his offi ce.

He stressed that “successful media work necessitates institutional vision, discipline, and a team that deeply and professionally believes in the media message.” He also addressed the transformations in the media landscape in the age of technology and social media; emphasizing that journalism today is no longer limited to paper, but rather requires an intelligent and integrated presence on digital platforms.

He said “media institutions must balance the solidity of print content with the speed of online interaction.” He called on the young generation of journalists to “keep pace with these changes without losing the spirit and ethics of the profession.” He then offered the students a set of tips drawn from his extensive experience; underscoring the importance of “combining academic study with practical experience, especially in the fields of management and media.” On the other hand, the students expressed their happiness over this experience. They pointed out that they chose Al-Seyassah and Arab Times newspapers “because they are among the most prominent media institutions in Kuwait and the Gulf, and because of the distinguished reputation of Dean of Kuwaiti Journalism Ahmed Al-Jarallah’s leadership, as well as his rich and inspiring professional experience. After the meeting, Al-Jarallah affirmed his full support for youth and student initiatives. He said “The newspaper’s doors are always open to all those who want to learn, take initiative and innovate in their field.”