Academic Values
The intent of establishing CCPS is to further the extension of values and
traditions that are deeply revered in academic institutional culture and ethos
(Motto: Hinc lucem et pocula sacra (Latin). Literal: From here, light and sacred
draughts. Non- Literal: From this place, we gain enlightenment and precious
knowledge).
Book
Represents scholarly study: ‘Critical & Creative Research’ is written in Latin & Arabic. The incorporation of two key languages in the book is emblematic. Arabic represents a predominant enduring indigenous mother tongue & Latin – the written language historically used for formal instruction, was once the universal academic language of Europe, and continues to pervade in academic circles today.
Sea
The representation of the sea/ocean has multiple dimensions/layers.
The ocean’s waves illustrate the expansiveness and depth of the sea (i.e
knowledge). It also represents the notion to “dig deep” like a researcher
and acquire miscellaneous information. The water is symbolic of
Palestine’s geographical location, but it also represents the importance of
water as a key element at the heart of political, social, environmental
tension in the region including rich and symbolic historical themes &
narratives.
Fish
The image represents the scholars and researchers that navigate
through the sea, they are like the free-swimming animals that are flexible−
forever seeking and searching. The fish thus symbolise the positive trait of
‘resourcefulness’.
Mountain
Research is represented as a challenge through the depiction
of a mountain, i.e research is a mountainous journey ( a challenging
upward climb). Also symbolic in terms of the mountainous terrain of the
region.
Orange/Olive Branch
Intertwined purposefully. Represent the two
prominent trees that are native to Palestine. They are also prominent
symbols that articulate successful commercial national project (Jaffa
oranges were exported from Palestine via the port in early 19th century). It
reflects collective ‘memory – trauma’ and ‘steadfastness’ – ‘rootedness’ to
the historic land of Palestine.
