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37-726: The University of Malta was established in 1769 after the Jesuits were expelled, and it continued to use the same building. Although the university moved to a much larger campus at Tal-Qroqq in Msida in the 1960s, the Old University Building still houses a number of university departments and it is used for some lectures and conferences. The precursor to the University of Malta was the Collegium Melitense Societatis Jesu ,

74-501: A Jesuit college which was set up on 12 November 1592. This was originally located in an old house in Valletta, but a new complex to house the college and a Jesuit church had already been commissioned by Bishop Tommaso Gargallo. The building was designed by Giuseppe Valeriano (later alterations were carried out by other architects, possibly including Vincenzo Casanova ). Construction of the present building began on 4 September 1595 when

111-458: A general hospital with a change in government. In the late 19th century, a floating British navy hydraulic dock was also planned at the central part of Msida close to where the Torpedo Depot used to stand. The plan was soon aborted but instead, this area would in later years experience a booming yacht marina service, which has been growing ever since, thanks to new incentive policies issued by

148-467: A new parish Ħamrun was hived off in 1881. Today the lowest part of Villambrosa Street remains a silent reminder of Msida's jurisdiction in this area. Msida would also eventually see parts of its territory lost to new parishes at Santa Venera in 1918, Pietà in 1968 and Ta' Xbiex in 1969. Its population, which at one time numbered 11,500, thus also dwindled to a mere 6,000. However, the recent aforementioned demands as well as residential developments in

185-466: A rarity of its kind. Msida has also experienced a lot of reclamation from the sea. The town centre and surrounding areas which were located below sea-level were all reclaimed from the sea, after World War II . A new project which intends to catch more surface rainwater running should also considerably remedy a perennial flooding problem which affects this area as well as nearby towns. Msida host two local newspapers. The Leħen il-Misidjani ("The Voice of

222-638: A secondary entrance decorated with the British coat of arms was opened in the rear of the building. During World War II , the building housed an Air Raid Precautions Centre. At times, it also housed the Anglo-Maltese Library and the Lyceum. Over time, the campus became too small to house the entire university. Evans Laboratories (now known as Evans Building), a building near the Sacra Infermeria in Valletta,

259-559: A small chapel dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary , Mother of God. The patron saint of Msida is Saint Joseph while the protector is The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary . For a week and a half every July, the town celebrates the feast of St. Joseph . The feast of Msida is famous for its pole climbing challenge called il-Ġostra . This traditional competition sees a large number of men queuing to climb

296-428: A well-greased pole in order to reach the top and collect a scarf as a winning sign. The pole is suspended above the sea which allows the many unsuccessful competitors to fall safely and swim back to shore. The two towns that organise il-Gostra regularly are Msida and St. Julians. Msida parish church, dedicated to San Ġużepp (St. Joseph) was built in 1889. Under the religious guidance of Bishop Carmelo Scicluna and

333-514: Is home to Msida Saint-Joseph F.C. , the local football team currently playing in the Second division of Malta. The team colours are Red and White. Msida also hosts the Msida Red Stars A.F.C , a local 7-a-side team which participates in the I.A.S.C (Inter Amateur Soccer Competition), and Msida Boċċi Klabb (Club), the local "boċċi" team. The Mater Dei Hospital is located in the outskirts of Msida. It

370-460: Is located within a city block bordered by Merchants, St. Christopher, St. Paul and Archbishop Streets, and it is located adjacent to the Jesuit church , which was constructed at the same time as the college. The building is three stories high. Its plan is typical of Renaissance -era public buildings, consisting of rooms built around a central courtyard. These include lecture halls, classrooms and cells for

407-571: The Hôtel d'Hallwyll  [ fr ] by Claude Nicolas Ledoux , which was built in Paris in 1766–70. [REDACTED] Media related to University of Malta Valletta Campus at Wikimedia Commons Msida Msida ( Maltese : L-Imsida , Italian : Misida ) is a harbour town in the Eastern Region of Malta with a population of 7,623 (2021). The town is located just west of Valletta on

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444-570: The Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom . The lintel bears a Greek inscription meaning "learning is the gateway to distinction". This gate is commonly attributed to Giorgio Pullicino , who was the professor of architecture at the university at the time. It has also been attributed to Colonel George Whitmore of the Royal Engineers , but this is unlikely. The design seems to have been inspired from

481-764: The Xewkija Heliport . The University of Malta (Gozo Campus) and the offices of the Employment & Training Corporation are in the suburbs of the village. There are also the Gozo Stadium , the Government Farm, St. Mary's Cemetery, Xewkija Cemetery and an industrial estate which employs hundreds of Gozitan workers. The rising population in Xewkija needed more building sites for houses and housing estates have been developed at Tal-Barmil, Ta' Ġokk and Tal-Ħamrija. On entering

518-632: The Conferences and Events Unit. It is also used for international conferences and seminars, along with a number of short courses and summer schools. The Old University Building is listed on the National Inventory of the Cultural Property of the Maltese Islands . The façades of the Old University Building and the adjacent church were restored between 2016 and 2019. The Old University Building

555-611: The Feasts. The University of Malta is situated in a part of Msida known as Tal-Qroqq which rests on higher ground. Msida is also home to the Ġ.F. Abela Junior College and a State Nursing Home. IMLI was established in 1988 under an Agreement concluded between IMO and the Government of Malta. It commenced its first academic year in October 1989. Its campus is at the University of Malta. Msida

592-460: The Jesuit priests, all connected to corridors. Today, some of the cells are used as offices. The building also contains a number of boardrooms, lecture rooms, meeting rooms, an auditorium and an Aula Magna . The rear entrance which was opened in 1824 is an example of neoclassical architecture , and it consists of an archway with two Doric columns supporting a lintel, above which is a representation of

629-778: The Misidjani") is produced and edited by the local band club the Għaqda Melita Banda San Ġużepp Msida. The "Leħen il-Misidjani" gathers information on most of the communities, clubs and associations based in an around Msida. Another newspaper is the Id f'Id ("Hand in Hand"), produced by the Parish and the Għaqda Armar Msida. It contains information on church activities, religious activities in Msida and

666-452: The central government. Current local council members are: Msida traditionally celebrates the Feast of St. Joseph on the first Sunday after 16 July every year. The local football club is Msida St. Joseph F.C. Xewkija Xewkija ( Maltese : Ix-Xewkija , Italian : Casal Xeuchia , pronounced and written as Casal Sceuchia) is an administrative unit and village of Malta , on

703-414: The church. Msida is situated right on the coastal creek. Walking along the coast one can see various marinas, boat slipways as well as many locals fishing from shore. Msida became a parish in 1867. The settlement was centered on the hovels located inward at Valley Road, and some nearby ancillary roads and pathways which led up to the quaint district of Villambrosa. This status did not last long however, as

740-585: The death of an Arab girl named Maymūnah. The inscription is carved in a thick marble slab, on the underside of which there is a Roman symbol. Brother Gabrijel D'Alappo translated it into Italian and it was later translated into Maltese. It was sent to the Public Library in Malta in 1845 and brought to the Gozo Museum of Archaeology in 1960. The Banda Prekursur (Precursor Band) is the oldest organization in Xewkija. It

777-729: The first district 'contrada' to be known as 'casale' or village. The name is derived from the Arabic word " Shawk ", meaning "thistles" or "thorns". Xewkija is famous for its church, The Rotunda of Xewkija , which is dedicated to St. John the Baptist . It is the Seat of the Knights of the Order of St. John , and was built from Maltese stone by local masons and craftsmen. The church is the largest in Gozo and its dome dominates

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814-491: The foundation stone was laid down by Grand Master Martin Garzez . Construction proceeded quickly, and the college moved into the building in 1597, while construction was completed in 1602. The church was completed in 1609. On 12 September 1634, both the college and the adjacent church were severely damaged when a gunpowder factory exploded . The buildings were repaired, and the church had its façade completely rebuilt. The new design

851-450: The founding of the university of Malta on 20 October 1769. The University of Malta officially came to existence on 22 November 1769, when Grand Master Manuel Pinto da Fonseca signed a decree constituting a Pubblica Università di Studi Generali . The university was briefly suspended during the magistracy of Francisco Ximénez de Tejada in the 1770s, but it was reconstituted by his successor Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc in 1779. The university

888-449: The island of Gozo . The population of Xewkija is 3,300 as of March 2014. Xewkija, which is situated between Għajnsielem and the main town, Victoria, is the oldest village in Gozo. It became the first parish outside Victoria on 27 November 1678. It was separated from the Matrix by Bishop Miguel Jerónimo de Molina . Dun Grezz Farrugia, from Valletta, became its first parish priest. It became

925-474: The limits of Xewkija. There is another tower with the oldest sundial in Xewkija. Remains of Tinghi Tower disappeared in the 20th century. These towers date back to 1613. The Gourgion Tower , which was built in 1690, was demolished during the Second World War to make way for a temporary airstrip. The Majmuna Stone with an Arabic inscription dating back to 1174 was possibly found in Xewkija. It commemorates

962-493: The main benefactor Mgr Francesco Falzon Debono who contributed financially towards its building, the church was erected to replace the old church of the Immaculate Conception. The foundation stone was laid on 4 April 1886. The building was finalised by 1889 and the church was officially consecrated on 22 April 1894. Architect Andrea Grima was responsible for the plans, their execution, and all works involved to build

999-458: The northeast coast of Malta . The neighbouring towns of Msida are Ta' Xbiex , Gżira , San Ġwann , Birkirkara , Santa Venera , Ħamrun and Pietà . Msida is an important town for travellers as many bus routes pass through it. The name Msida is said to originate from an Arabic word, meaning "a fisherman's dwelling". However it could also have been derived from the word 'Omm Sidna', meaning 'The Mother of Our Lord' since there could have been

1036-540: The outlet of a valley and is a fulcrum for heavy traffic going to Sliema , Valletta , Birkirkara and Mater Dei Hospital. When it rains, water rushes down towards the sea from surrounding cities at higher levels and often causes floods, bringing traffic to a halt in the area opposite the Parish Church dedicated to St. Joseph . Msida also hosts an old rock hewn chapel dedicated to the Immaculate Conception ,

1073-404: The outlying suburb of Swatar , have now seen an increase to more than 7600 inhabitants. Today, Msida is a bustling university town and development has been centered on an increasing student population at the university as well as various new service industries that have sprung in this town in recent years. The city houses many university students, mostly Gozitans. The lower part of Msida lies at

1110-552: The time, raising the interest of antiquity in Malta at the time. However, soon after the expulsion of the Jesuits, the collection went sparse among those interested to acquire them with minimal concern over the preservation of the artifacts. The Jesuits were expelled from Malta in 1768, and the building became property of the Treasury of the Order of St. John . However, studies continued and the professors retained their posts. The Pope confirmed

1147-754: The university refurbished and reopened the second floor once again in 2011. The Old University Building is now one of the three campuses of the University of Malta, the others being the Msida campus and the Gozo Campus in Xewkija . At one point, the head offices of Heritage Malta were located within the building. Today, the Valletta Campus houses the International Collaborative Programmes, the Research Innovation & Development Trust and

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1184-448: The village. Its architect was Ġużè Damato . It replaced an older church. The titular statue of Saint John the Baptist was sculpted in wood by Pietro Paolo Azzopardi in 1845. On the site where the present church is, it was said that there was a stone known as 'Maqgħad ix-Xiħ'. Near it there is a small ancient chapel known as Madonna tal-Ħniena (Our Lady of Charity) which was dedicated to San Bartilimew. The Santa Cecilia Tower had been in

1221-483: Was entrusted to Francesco Buonamici . Further damage occurred during the 1693 Sicily earthquake . In 1695, a sundial with a Latin inscription was installed on the rear of the building. In the early 18th century, part of the building was converted into a permanent exhibition by housing artifacts from Ciantar's antiquities collection which came from his former residence in Marsa. This brought the attention of several historians at

1258-521: Was inaugurated by the prime minister of Malta Dr. Gonzi in June 2007 and has a total floor area of 232,000m and approximately 8,000 rooms. It also houses a teaching facility for the University of Malta. The hospital has cost the Maltese people Lm  200,000,000, a considerable increase compared to its original estimate of Lm 83,000,000. It was intended to be a specialised centre but was eventually changed to

1295-559: Was inaugurated in 1959 in order to house the Faculty of Science. In 1968, the Medical School moved to a building near St. Luke's Hospital in Gwardamanġa . The university opened a much larger campus at Tal-Qroqq in Msida in the late 1960s, and most Faculties moved there. The university only retained the first floor of the Valletta building, and moved out of the second floor in 1978. However,

1332-598: Was replaced by the École Centrale during the French occupation of Malta from 1798 to 1800, but was once again reopened by Sir Alexander Ball during the British Protectorate of Malta. Parts of the building were rented out as commercial rooms in the early 19th century, amongst which was the first bank of Malta (the Anglo-Maltese Bank) found on 20 June 1809. The commercial rooms were reconstructed in 1810. In May 1824,

1369-515: Was set up on 13 May 1929. Lorenzo Zammit Haber, Marcell Mercieca, Giuseppe Buttigieg, Giovanni Haber and Tomaso Attard were among its founders. Mr. Lorenzo Zammit Haber was first President and Secretary. The coat of arms of Xewkija is a shield on a gold background with a red horizontal strip between two thorns, one above and one below. The motto of Xewkija is 'Nemo me impune lacessit', that is, 'No one shall attack me with impunity'. A helicopter service once ran between Malta International Airport and

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