Faculty and students foster unity and drive change to inspire next generation

As the nation marks Emirati Women’s Day, female faculty and students at Canadian University Dubai (CUD) are leading the way in promoting innovation, inclusivity, and empowering the next generation of women to shape the future of the Emirates. Among the pioneering Emirati women on campus are Shaima Al Hai, who has made history at CUD as the first female President of the Student Council, and Dr. Khulood Shebib Khansaheb, who is promoting student entrepreneurship as Assistant Professor and Manager of the CUD Incubator.

Shaima Al Hai, the first female President of the Student Council at CUD 

Currently pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Al Hai has been elected President of the Student Council for two consecutive years, a role that she believes goes beyond the leadership title to reflect the responsibility of duty and service. She explains, “Growing up Emirati, I was raised on the values of Sheikh Zayed, particularly the importance of empowering women, and my goal was always to foster unity and create spaces that feel like home, where every student feels heard and inspired.”

Dr. Khulood Shebib Khansaheb, Assistant Professor and Manager of the CUD Incubator

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