A podcast in the words of the martyrs’ professors, we delve into living testimonies from scholars about their students

The Martyr Ali Kobaisy

 ​Podcast: "Beneficial Knowledge"

The first episode of the podcast with Dr. Hussein Hammoud ​(Second Language Professor): 

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- About the Character of the Martyr Ali: He was an exceptionally distinguished young man, remarkable for his presence and focus in class. He was dynamic, active, and extraordinarily curious. He stood out for his deep love of knowledge, frequently asking questions and engaging in discussions. He always contributed something new, never repeating what others said. He was an avid reader, often finishing novels in two or three days , a habit that clearly influenced his peers.

 - About His Relationship with the Martyr: The professor interacted with him frequently in class and considered him one of the most outstanding students. The last time he saw him was at a book fair, where Ali was wearing his scout uniform and helping his fellow scouts, a scene that captured the essence of his journey. 

- About His Ambition and Culture: He was ambitious and cultured, believed in life, and had great potential for the future. He embodied a model of balance, between a love for life and a readiness to sacrifice.

-  About the Impact of His Martyrdom: His martyrdom had a deep impact on the professor, prompting him to reconsider his own responsibility as a teacher toward his students. He emphasized how important it is for all of us to feel the weight of responsibility in the face of such sacrifice. 

His Message to the Martyr’s Peers and Students: Ali was a model of a balanced young man, committed to his values without needing to prove himself. He called on the youth to focus on education and reading, while holding firmly to their values and reflecting on them. 
His core message: “Be yourself, be at peace with who you are, and hold on to your principles.”

The Martyr Ali Jalal Abdallah

Podcast "Beneficial Knowledge":

Episode Two of the podcast with Dr. Hussein Termos (Professor at the Faculty of Engineering): 

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- On His First Connection with the Martyr Ali Abdullah:
Their relationship began during Ali’s first year at the Faculty of Engineering, as part of the university’s first cohort.
From the very beginning, Ali gave the impression of being polite, respectful, and well-mannered.
Though not necessarily a top student in terms of grades, he left a lasting positive impression on his professors.

- On His Academic Presence and Character: Dr. Termos taught Ali in around 3 to 5 different courses and remembers him as a student who made an impact in the classroom.
Ali asked thoughtful, focused questions that often pushed the professor to give more.
He was responsible, always explaining any delays and never careless with his assignments.
For his graduation project, he worked with fellow student Hani Ajwa on a topic that directly benefited the university’s engineering labs.

 - On His Graduation Project: The project was technical, innovative, and addressed a real need within the lab.
Dr. Termess still keeps a copy of the project on his laptop, along with a picture of Ali.
He describes it as a “respectable, meaningful, and beautiful project.”

- On the Moment of His Martyrdom: The news of Ali’s martyrdom came as a personal and emotional shock to Dr. Termos, especially given their ongoing connection.
He never imagined that this gentle, quiet, respectful student would be on the front lines.
Learning that Ali was martyred in a fierce battlefield highlighted the duality of his character, strong yet soft, humble yet heroic.
  
- On Ali’s Character: Ali was mature, humble, and deeply committed.
Despite being active in the Scouts and the resistance movement, he never sought attention. He gave silently.
He represented a balanced model of a young man who pursued knowledge while remaining prepared to sacrifice for his values.
  
- Final Thoughts – Dr. Termoss’ Message: Ali Abdullah was not just a student, he was the embodiment of a refined human being and a resistance engineer.
He left a powerful impact both emotionally and academically.
His memory lives on,  in hearts, in labs, and in every trace of the good he did.

The Martyr Ahmad Damaj

Podcast "Beneficial Knowledge":

 ​Episode Three of the podcast with Dr. Kamal Al-Lezzeik (Former Dean of the Faculty of Religions):

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- About the Martyr Ahmed Damaj:
He was an outstanding student at the College of Religions and Humanities, specializing in Quranic Sciences, after graduating from Bakman University in History.
A man in his forties, with family responsibilities and busy life, yet determined to seek knowledge with great passion and activity.
Very active and committed in lectures, always participating, asking questions, and engaging in meaningful discussions.
Possessed high morals, and was a model of humility and love for knowledge.
- About his relationship with the martyr: He was his professor in several courses and noticed his great enthusiasm for learning.
He always saw him dedicated to learning despite life’s distractions.
Confirmed that he was a unique example of a student who truly practices learning.
- About his scientific ambition and culture: He was a Quran teacher but insisted on increasing his knowledge and learning of the Book of God.
Dedicated his life to serving the Quran through teaching, recitation, and understanding its meanings.
Was a role model in diligence and scientific giving.
- About the impact of his martyrdom: His martyrdom affected the professor deeply, making him feel a greater responsibility toward his students.
He considered the blood of martyrs as the ink of scholars, and Ahmed was a role model to follow.
Ahmad was registered in one of his courses during the time of his martyrdom, and his name was the first on the student list, and he didn’t remove his name from the list, which made him remember him in class every time he read the names.
The professor’s message: The martyr combined knowledge, ethics, and faith.
God chose him as a martyr for his courage and sacrifices for the homeland.
He is an example of a dedicated student who balances scientific and human life.

The Martyr Rida Irani

Podcast "Beneficial Knowledge":

Episode 4 of the podcast with Dr. Hussein Kawtharani (Professor at the Faculty of Media, Radio and Television Department):

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- First Encounter & Interactive Energy
Martyr Reza stood out from his first course, "TV1".
He was highly interactive and energized the entire class, pushing even the professor to give more.
He was humorous yet disciplined, his jokes were always relevant to the material being taught.

 - Dedication & Artistic Talent His project in "TV1" was so professionally executed that the professor forgot he was evaluating students.
The work showed excellence in lighting, filming, and concept.
He was passionately preparing for his graduation project early on, treating it as a mission.
Humility & Scout Service Despite his high artistic ambition, he remained humble and worked with all levels in the scouts.
The professor was surprised to later see him in scout uniform, participating in marches.
He balanced professional discipline in class with humble social and community service.

 - The Moment of Hearing of His Martyrdom The news came as a shock, especially since the professor didn’t know about Reza’s life outside campus.
Yet he wasn’t entirely surprised, Rida earned this honor.
He sees Reza as "a model to be built upon," someone exceptional in every sense.

 - Personal Impact & Deep Loss His absence left a noticeable gap in the classroom.
The professor says he relied on Reza to elevate the class atmosphere.
“I was happy for him… but I lost him,” he says, describing the complex emotional los

The Martyr Mohamad Jaafar Atwi

Podcast "Beneficial Knowledge":

  Episode 5 of the podcast with Dr. Mubarak Mohammad (Professor at the Faculty of Science):

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-  Academic Relationship with the Martyr
Martyr Mohammad Atwi was one of the distinguished students in the Computer Department. His presence and respectful attitude stood out from the beginning. He took Data Structures and Databases with Dr. Mubarak and was known for his love of challenge and excellence. He consistently sought high grades and even followed up on small bonus marks with enthusiasm. 

- Graduation Project & Ambition
 He was a part of a group project of two in the capstone project,  related to his interest in phones and AI. He taught himself the required technologies and completed an outstanding project. His confidence was remarkable, he believed no challenge was beyond his reach and treated every difficulty as a learning opportunity.

 - Academic and Personal Traits
He was hardworking, dedicated, and always eager to learn. Beyond his academic strength, he was humble and had a noble character. 

- Receiving the News of His Martyrdom
The news came as a deep shock, especially since Mohammad had just completed his training and was looking for internship opportunities. He was martyred at a time full of promise. The professor says he took only a brief pause after hearing the news but quickly resumed teaching, staying committed to his educational mission in honor of the martyr’s sacrifice.

The Martyr Ali Safwan

Podcast "Beneficial Knowledge":

Episode Six and Final Episode with Dr. Manal Sbaity (Head of the Nursing Department at Al-Maaref University): 

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-  Personal Relationship:
Ali was a polite, well-mannered student, loved by everyone.
He treated his peers with kindness and respect.
Distinguished by his courage and a smile that never left his face, even in difficult times.
He had a warm and close relationship with Dr. Manal, sharing with her his grades and progress.

- Academic Presence and Classroom Participation: Ali was intelligent and diligent, always eager to prove himself through active participation.
He rarely missed class unless it was for a serious reason, and his presence was impactful.
Very active in class discussions and clearly passionate about his major.

-Personal Moment with Dr. Manal: He missed his first “colloquium” session due to work and came to her office to apologize.
He promised to attend the second session and prepare well.
She told him: “You have to attend and be prepared; you’re not allowed to submit unless you’re ready.”
He replied with a smile: “Don’t you want me to make you proud? I will make you proud.”
He was very concerned about not upsetting her and held great respect for her.

 -Impact of His Martyrdom: Dr. Manal was deeply shocked upon hearing of Ali’s martyrdom.
She recalled their conversation and his innocent smile.
She couldn’t delete the video of his funeral from her phone due to how much it affected her.
She said: “We simply can’t forget him. Never.”