AUS Media Clippings Newspaper Clippings of American University of Sharjah 13 March, 2014
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Sharjah Ruler attends signing agreement between AUS, ESAG H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah and President of the American University of Sharjah ( AUS ) today attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between the University and Al Easa Saleh Al Gurg (ESAG) Charity Foundation, at the premises of the university, to create the professorship chair of Easa Saleh Al Gurg International Studies and the National Fund of Easa Saleh Al Gurg for Scholarship Students with a generous contribution of AED10 million. Name:The Gulf Time
ESAG Charity Foundation to establish International Studies Chair at AUS HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), attended today a ceremony for signing an agreement between the AUS and ESAG Charity Foundation for establishing Easa Saleh Al Gurg Chair on International Studies and Easa Saleh Al Gurg Fund for Student Scholarships through a generous donation of AED 10 million. Dr. Thomas J. Hochstettler, Acting Chancellor, AUS, who inked the agreement with Easa Saleh Al Gurg, expressed profound gratitude to this kind gesture from Al Gurg and his valuable support for outstanding students. Name:AM.Org website
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Sultan approves important AUS initiatives at board meeting Sharjah, March 10, 2014 His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), chaired a meeting of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) Board of Trustees and expressed satisfaction at the progress made by the university thus far. The meeting was held on the AUS campus today, March 10. His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan said that the university was treading the path charted by its mission. He said that the future plans and development of the university will therefore reflect its commitment to pursuing academic excellence. The Sharjah Ruler also thanked the members of the board for their services and dedication to the university. Following the meeting, Dr. Thomas Hochstettler, Acting Chancellor of AUS, thanked His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan for his support to AUS. "We are indebted to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi for his continuous support and guidance. Our achievements and success could not have come without his leadership," he stated. Dr. Hochstettler said that during the meeting the board discussed important matters and passed resolutions that will enable the university to continue its successful path in achieving its mission and strategic objectives. The School of Business and Management's name change to the School of Business Administration was approved by the board to better align with the function of the school and the university's vision and mission. In addition, the board approved the renaming of the Department of Marketing as the Department of Marketing and Information Systems. The board expressed appreciation to Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg for his valued contribution to the AUS Endowment Fund, which will go towards establishing the Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg Young Emirati Leaders Scholarship Fund as well as the Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg Professorship in International Studies. It also conveyed its appreciation to The Makhzoumi Foundation for its highly valued contribution towards establishing the Makhzoumi Foundation Scholarship Fund for Entrepreneurship in Industry. Members of the AUS Board of Trustees are: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Board and President of AUS; Dr. Ali Abdullah Al Shamlan, Former Minister of Higher Education, Kuwait; Dr. MaryAnn Baenninger, President, College of Saint Benedict, Minnesota, USA; Mr. Joseph L. Brand, Senior Partner, Patton Boggs LLP, Washington, DC, USA; Professor Lord Alec Broers, Member of the British House of Lords, UK; Dr. Anthony George Coates, Director of the Museum of Biodiversity, the Bridge of Life, Republic of Panama, and Senior Scientist Emeritus, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Mr. Charles Cotton, Director of Cambridge Enterprise, University of Cambridge, UK; Mr. Abdul Jalil Yousuf Darwish, Chairman of UAE Enterprises Group; Dr. Leroy S. Fletcher, Regents Professor Emeritus and Thomas A. Dietz Professor Emeritus, Texas A&M University, USA; Dr. Roderick S. French, Chancellor Emeritus, AUS; Dr. Thomas Hochstettler, AUS Acting Chancellor; Mr. Hamid D. Jafar, Chairman and CEO, Crescent Petroleum Company, Sharjah; Dr. Cornelius Kerwin, President, American University, Washington, DC, USA; Mr. Varouj Nerguizian, Executive Director and General Manager, Bank of Sharjah, UAE; Baroness Onora O'Neill of Bengarve, CBE PBA FMedSci, Member of the British House of Lords, UK; Dr. S. Georgia Nugent, President of Kenyon College, Ohio, USA; Mr. Riad T. Sadek, Chairman of Al Habtoor Leighton Group, Dubai; and Mr. Maroun A. Semaan, President and CEO, Petrofac International Ltd., Sharjah. The meeting was also attended by senior AUS officials and Sheikh Mohammad Bin Sultan Bin Mohammad Bin Sultan Al Qassimi, President of the AUS Student Council. -EndsFor more information, please contact: Miriam Kiwan Director of Strategic Communications and Media +971 6 515 104 mkiwan@aus.edu Nazzal Yousef Director of Media Relations +971 6 515 215 nyousuf@aus.edu About AUS American University of Sharjah (AUS) was founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The university was envisaged by His Highness as a leading educational institution in the Gulf region. Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS is a not-for-profit, independent, institution of higher education formed on the American model. It offers 26 majors and 54 minors at the undergraduate level, and 13 master's degrees through the College of Architecture, Art and Design; the College of Arts and Sciences; the College of Engineering; and the School of Business and Management. These programs are designed to meet the challenges of a competitive and dynamic business and industrial environment. As a provider of quality higher education in the Gulf, AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates. AUS is accredited in the United States of America by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and by the Department of Education of the State of Delaware. The bachelor of science programs in chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering offered by the AUS College of Engineering are accredited by ABET, www.abet.org, of the United States. The Bachelor of Architecture program of the College of Architecture, Art and Design is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) of the United States. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) as well as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degrees offered by the School of Business and Management are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). © Press Release 2014
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Sultan attends the signing ceremony between AUS and Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg For the establishment of AED 10 million professorship and scholarship fund at AUS Sharjah, Monday, March 10, 2014 His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of American University of Sharjah (AUS) attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg and the university for the establishment of the Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg Professorship in International Studies and the Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg Young Leaders Scholarship Fund at AUS made possible as a result of a generous gift of AED 10 million by Sir Easa. The signing ceremony, which was held on campus today, March 10, was also attended by Sheikh Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qassimi, Director of the Sharjah Urban Planning Department; members of the AUS Board of Trustees; and senior AUS officials. The agreement was signed by Sir Easa Saleh Al Gurg and Dr. Thomas Hochstettler, Acting AUS Chancellor. The board members expressed their appreciation for this initiative from a valuable friend of the university. Dr. Hochstettler expressed his sincere gratitude to Sir Easa for this generous gift. "The endowment will offer valuable support to qualified students by providing scholarships and associating AUS with a distinguished name in the field of international relations and business," said Dr. Hochstettler. Dr. Nada Mourtada-Sabbah, AUS Vice Chancellor for Development and Alumni Affairs, expressed her gratitude for this initiative which links the university with a leading diplomatic figure. She also thanked AUS graduates Abdullah and Easa Farid Al Gurg for their continued support of the university. -EndsAbout AUS American University of Sharjah (AUS) was founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The university was envisaged by His Highness as a leading educational institution in the Gulf region. Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS is a not-for-profit, independent, institution of higher education formed on the American model. It offers 26 majors and 53 minors at the undergraduate level, and 14 master's degrees through the College of Architecture, Art and Design; the College of Arts and Sciences; the College of Engineering; and the School of Business and Management. These programs are designed to meet the challenges of a competitive and dynamic business and industrial environment. As a provider of quality higher education in the Gulf, AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates. AUS is accredited in the United States of America by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The bachelor of science degree programs in chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering offered by the College of Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET w ( ww.abet.org). The bachelor of science degree program in computer science offered by the College of Engineering is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET (www.abet.org). The Bachelor of Architecture program of the College of Architecture, Art and Design is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) of the United States. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) as well as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degrees offered by the School of Business and Management are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). For more information, please contact: Miriam Kiwan Director of Strategic Communications and Medi mkiwan@aus.edu Nazzal Yousef Director of Media Relations +971 6 515 215 nyousuf@aus.edu © Press Release 2014
Over 50 school pupils take part in AUS MathFest The field of mathematics was celebrated at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) on Wednesday, with over 50 top local high school students convening to participate in a special MathFest. The event was organised exclusively for students from the university’s Sharakah partner schools and was a testament to the strong ties AUS shares with the academic community all over UAE. The day-long event comprised individual and team competitions for students as well as a team competition for high school math teachers. The Mathfest included a 75-minute test that consisted of multiple choice and written questions that each participating student solved individually. The test covered standard maths topics from the schools’ curricula of up to grade 11, including logic, analytic and plane geometry, and basic algebra. Under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), the university will hold its 16th Annual Global Day festival from March 13-14. One of the most anticipated events of the year, the Global Day festival showcases the different cultures represented among the AUS student body, with student clubs setting up traditional stalls and presenting traditional items, music and cuisine. The event is organised by the AUS Office of Student Affairs and is open to the public. Under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, and President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), the university will hold the annual AUS Business Forum and Career Fair. The Business Forum will take place on March 17 and will host influential business leaders who will share their experience and professional insights with students and alumni. The forum will feature employers, executive officers, senior business figures and guests who will address business development and growth in the region. The events have been organised by the AUS Office of Development and Alumni Affairs, in partnership with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Name:The Gulf Today
AMCHE Scotland hosts cultural prog for varsity students Al Maktoum College of Higher Education (AMCHE) in Dundee, Scotland hosted a cultural programme for university students to present the true image of Islam and to highlight the role of Muslims in the contemporary world. Mirza Al Sayegh, Director of the Office of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the programme was attended by a group of female students from the U.A.E. University, the American University of Sharjah (AUS), the HCT Women's College, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi University, British University and Dubai Courts. The event was held under the kind attention and care of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, the sponsor of Al Maktoum Charity Foundation. Name:The Gulf Time
3/10/2014
Help teachers resolve problems in the classroom, Dubai conference told | The National
Help teachers resolve problems in the classroom, Dubai conference told Preeti Kannan March 6, 2014 Updated: March 6, 2014 22:21:00 DUBAI // Education ministries around the world should examine the problems teachers face in classrooms and try to resolve them, experts told a conference on Thursday. “There is a need to get educational funding, not for huge massive projects but for small projects reflecting on the teaching practice,” said Huw Jarvis, senior lecturer in English language teaching at the University of Salford, Manchester. “We should look at action research, where it starts with looking at what issues teachers have in the classroom, investigating what’s going on, why there are issues and coming up with solutions,” he said. “It’s very teacher-based.” Mr Jarvis was speaking on the third and final day of the Global Education Forum at the Dubai World Trade Centre. In 2008, he conducted a four-month study on how 60 Emirati students from Zayed University used technology in their free time and the language with which they obtained and transmitted information.
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The study included an equal number of Thai students for whom English was the second language. The research, supported by the British Council, concluded that most of the university’s students used computers every day and relied significantly on English with computer applications. Mr Jarvis said that “61.5 per cent of Emirati students said social media helped them to practise English. Through social media, they have unlimited opportunities to learn the language outside the classrooms.” He said new education policies must help students to “function efficiently, effectively and appropriately as connected global citizens in both their first language, and in English as the second language”. But his research needs to be updated for current trends. http://www.thenational.ae/uae/education/help-teachers-resolve-problems-in-the-classroom-dubai-conference-told
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Help teachers resolve problems in the classroom, Dubai conference told | The National
“Since the research social media has grown,” Mr Jarvis said. “If funding is available I will come back to research more on this. “We need to look at how people are using technology inside the classroom and outside. We need to see the range of devices they use and their impact on languages. “So much information is gathered today using mobile devices.” Educators said teaching methods and curriculums should evolve constantly to keep students engaged. “We prepare students with knowledge that will change drastically in 10 to 15 years,” said Prof Mohamed Embi, deputy director of the education faculty at the National University of Malaysia. “Many educators tend to blame the students if they don’t learn well. Perhaps we should change the way we teach. “For learning to be meaningful, it has to be active and interactive.” Prof Embi encourages his students to publish their work on YouTube and social media, rather than simply hand it in. Dr Cindy Gunn, associate professor at the American University of Sharjah, said students had to be trained in proper use of the internet as an educational tool. “We have to teach students how to validate, synthesise and document information,” Dr Gunn said. She said it was often assumed that students were tech-savvy, capable of multi-tasking, comfortable with using technology in classrooms, expected a fun and interactive learning environment, and were easily distracted. At the conference Dr Samia Al Farrar, chief education officer of Taleem, one of the largest group of schools in the UAE, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to education. Dr Al Farrar joined the group in 2009 and was previously the principal of Amman Baccalaureate School and a director at Al Bayan School in Kuwait. She was a member of the Jordanian ministry of education council for 13 years, and of the International Baccalaureate Academic Committee from 1997 to 2003. pkannan@thenational.ae
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A testing time on the Dubai stage A good play provokes debate long after the curtain comes down, and that’s exactly what director Ahmad Rabieh is hoping for after theatregoers see his production, Exam, this weekend. The stage adaptation of a 2009 film of the same name, Exam finds eight candidates for a mysterious, but amazing job together in a room as they battle for the position. The American University of Sharjah grad is making his directing debut after leaving his acting “comfort zone” as he calls it to take up an opportunity extended to him by Dubai community theatre group Backstage. When he spoke to tabloid! on Wednesday, he was at the Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre’s (Ductac) Kilachand Theatre in Mall of the Emirates, doing a technical run-through ahead of Thursday’s opening night. Name:Gulf News Tabloid
Women in UAE prove successful in the SME sector The UAE government strongly encourages women’s participation in economic development. The number of female entrepreneurs in the UAE is expected to grow over the next few years, as the country is currently experiencing an increase in the number of female entrepreneurs, setting up businesses across the country specially the small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Nadine Halabi, the Coordinator of Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) during the week spoke to William Faria from The Gulf Today explaining how the Council is fully focused on providing support, guidance and mentorship to aspiring women entrepreneurs to help them establish their desired enterprises and contribute to the development of the country’s economy. Ro’Ya (simply means ‘Vision’ in Arabic) and is a programme that has been introduced jointly by the DBWC and MasterCard to drive entrepreneurship among women in the UAE. Ro’Ya is an initiative, which is focused on providing support, guidance and mentorship to aspiring women entrepreneurs to help them establish their desired enterprises and contribute to the development of the country’s economy. Name:The Gulf Today
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'Engineering helps design my poetry' By Mariam Elsayed
March 10, 2014
SHARJAH: Ahmed Al Akhras describes poetry as a responsibility due to the message it carries to humanity. Al Akhras's poetry book What the Hyacinth Never Said won fifth place in the Sharjah Awards for Arabic Innovation on Feb 19. This book is expected to be published at the end of April. “A hyacinth,” he said, is “a symbol of wealth, beautiful weather and secrecy that needs to be examined critically. If a hyacinth spoke, it would speak my poetry.” Al Akhras, a Mechanical Engineering Junior at the American University of Sharjah, won seventh place in the “Prince of Poets” competition's fifth season held in Abu Dhabi in 2013. The 21-year-old poet was the youngest of that season's participants. Al Akhras said that the “educational pattern” that helps him handle his life professionally also helps when it comes to writing poetry. “I never put my studies and poetry in comparison,” he explained. “I would rather deal with them as one thing. My experience in engineering is so well reflected in how I design my poetry.” Al Akhras added that he believes education helps a talented person “go further and achieve more success” as it changes the outlook of young adults and makes them more “mature.” When asked about his love for Arabic poetry, he said that he grew up with a passion for the language. “A good poet,” he said, “must be able to reflect his culture through poetry and that is better done if the poet uses his or her own language.”
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Sharjah Ruler attends signing of an agreement between AUS and Easa Saleh Al Gurg H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between the University and Al Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation, at the premises of the university, to create the professorship chair of Easa Saleh Al Gurg International Studies and the National Fund of Easa Saleh Al Gurg for Scholarship Students with a generous contribution of AED10 million. The agreement was signed by Easa Saleh Al Gurg and Dr. Thomas John Hochstettler, Acting Chancellor of the American University of Sharjah, in the presence of members of the Board of Trustees of the University of Sharjah and its officials. The members of the Board of Trustees expressed their deep appreciation for this valuable initiative from a good friend to the University and all its members of trustees. Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Urban Planning Council attended the signing of the agreement. Name:Al Khaleej
Sharjah Ruler attends signing of an agreement between AUS and Easa Saleh Al Gurg H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between the University and Al Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation, at the premises of the university, to create the professorship chair of Easa Saleh Al Gurg International Studies and the National Fund of Easa Saleh Al Gurg for Scholarship Students with a generous contribution of AED10 million. The agreement was signed by Easa Saleh Al Gurg and Dr. Thomas John Hochstettler, Acting Chancellor of the American University of Sharjah, in the presence of members of the Board of Trustees of the University of Sharjah and its officials. The members of the Board of Trustees expressed their deep appreciation for this valuable initiative from a good friend to the University and all its members of trustees. Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Urban Planning Council attended the signing of the agreement. Name:Al Ittihad
Sharjah Ruler attends signing of an agreement between AUS and Easa Saleh Al Gurg H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between the University and Al Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation, at the premises of the university, to create the professorship chair of Easa Saleh Al Gurg International Studies and the National Fund of Easa Saleh Al Gurg for Scholarship Students with a generous contribution of AED10 million. The agreement was signed by Easa Saleh Al Gurg and Dr. Thomas John Hochstettler, Acting Chancellor of the American University of Sharjah, in the presence of members of the Board of Trustees of the University of Sharjah and its officials. The members of the Board of Trustees expressed their deep appreciation for this valuable initiative from a good friend to the University and all its members of trustees. Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Urban Planning Council attended the signing of the agreement. Name:Al Watan UAE
Math Festival at AUS Students of more than 50 schools enrolled in the Sharaka (Partnership) program celebrated mathematics during the Math Festival at the American University of Sharjah Name:Al Khaleej
AUS organizes Math Festival Students of more than 50 schools enrolled in the Sharaka (Partnership) program celebrated mathematics during the Math Festival at the American University of Sharjah Name:Al Ittihad
AMCHE Scotland hosts cultural prog for varsity students Al Maktoum College of Higher Education (AMCHE) in Dundee, Scotland hosted a cultural programme for university students to present the true image of Islam and to highlight the role of Muslims in the contemporary world. Mirza Al Sayegh, Director of the Office of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the programme was attended by a group of female students from the U.A.E. University, the American University of Sharjah (AUS), the HCT Women's College, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi University, British University and Dubai Courts. The event was held under the kind attention and care of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, the sponsor of Al Maktoum Charity Foundation. Name:Al Wahda
Cultural program at Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee, Scotland, organized a cultural program to university students involving participants from the UAEU, American University of Sharjah, the Higher Colleges of University, ABu Dhabi University (ADU), British University in Dubai (BuID) , Dubai Courts and others Name:Al Khaleej
Al Maktoum College of Higher Education Scotland hosts cultural programme for university students Al Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee, Scotland hosted a cultural programme for university students to present the true image of Islam and to highlight the role of Muslims in the contemporary world. Mirza Al Sayegh, Director of the Office of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the programme was attended by a group of female students from the U.A.E. University, the American University of Sharjah (AUS), the HCT Women's College, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi University, British University and Dubai Courts. The event was held under the kind attention and care of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, the sponsor of Al Maktoum Charity Foundation. He pointed out that the participation of Emirati students in this programme, which was organised by Al Maktoum College in Scotland, is considered an important and good addition for achieving the set goals. Name:Al Ittihad
A Cultural program at Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee, Scotland, organized a cultural program to university students involving participants from the UAEU, American University of Sharjah, the Higher Colleges of University, ABu Dhabi University (ADU), British University in Dubai (BuID) , Dubai Courts and others Name:Al Bayan
New batch graduates from the "Multiculturalism & Leadership" Program The Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education at Dundee-Scotland graduated the 17th batch of 52 students enrolled in the "Multiculturalism & Leadership" Program, representing 7 universities: the United Arab Emirates University, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi University, the British University in Dubai, the American University in Sharjah, Dubai Women's College and the College of Islamic and Arabic Studies in Dubai Name:Alroeya
Cultural program Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education in Dundee, Scotland, organized a cultural program to university students involving participants from the UAEU, American University of Sharjah, the Higher Colleges of University, ABu Dhabi University (ADU), British University in Dubai (BuID) , Dubai Courts and others Name:Al Fajr
Al Harthi speaking in GMEC Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the first GCC Media Education Congress (GMEC): Education for Employment-Realising Youth Potential in the Arab Media, at the American University of Sharjah (AUS). A number of media figures will take part in the conference such as; Ali Jaber, manager of MBC channels, Mohammed al Harthi from sayadaty magazine, Carolin Faraj from the CNN, Ahmed Mustafa from Sky news Arabia, David Butorac Chief Executive Officer of OSN and other. Name:Sayidaty - Arabic
16th International Day at AUS Under the auspices of HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi, Supreme Council member and Ruler of Sharjah, the American University of Sharjah is inaugurating today the 16th International Day aimed at underscoring the cultural diversity within university Name:Al Khaleej
Deputy Ruler of Sharjah chairs Executive Council Meeting H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) chaired the SEC meeting held in the office of Sharjah Ruler. The meeting discussed a number of issues related to services, public facilities and proposals. The SEC took the appropriate decisions to serve the public interest of the emirate.The session began with the endorsement of the minutes of previous session.Sheikh Khalid bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Public Works presented a report about the project on the construction of housing for girl students at the American University of Sharjah. The SEC approved the projects submitted by the Department of Public Works.The SEC extended thanks to the Department of Human Recourses for its efforts in the development of electronic services and facilitating the procedures for government departments and institutions' staff. Name:Al Ittihad
Our open meetings with nationals did not fail , new recommendations on nationalization soon Ahmed Abdulmalek Mohammed Ahli , Member of Appeal and Complaints Committee at the Federal National Council (FNC) , has hailed and lauded the support of President HH Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan , for Federal National Council . He also stressed that the support of Sheikh Khalifa enhanced the role of council as a supporting power to the government , which all falls in the interest of the UAE nationals . Name:Al Ittihad
Sports Sharjah American International School (SAIS) won 5 medals at the AUD Championship Name:Al Khaleej
ECSSR Forum to discuss technology effect on the future The activities of the nineteenth annual Forum of Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR), will kick start Tuesday , under the title ' Technology :Effects , Challenges and Future' . The Forum will continue through 18-19 March . This was announced during a press conference which was held yesterday at the centre , to announce the forum . The Forum will witnesses participation of officials from Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) , Skype , American University of Sharjah , Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University (HBMeU) and Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research (KUSTAR) as well as others . Name:Al Khaleej
Higher Education Sports Championship undergoing The Higher Education Sports Championship organized by the General Sports Union is undergoing . AUST was ranked third in the tennis championship after beating Sharjah University during a game hosted by the American University of Sharjah Name:Al Watan UAE