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Canadian University Dubai partners with Dubai Holding Entertainment in‘Shelter of Inclusivity’


One-of-a-kind art installation celebrates the unique contributions of People of Determination

February 19,2025: Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has partnered with Dubai Holding Entertainment (DHE), to showcase a one-of-a-kind art installation named ‘Shelter of Inclusivity’. The interactive artwork was first unveiled at last year’s Dubai Design Week and will be on display at Riverland Dubai throughout February.

The Shelter of Inclusivity, a space dedicated to accessibility and in recognition of People of Determination, developed by Canadian University Dubai School of Architecture and Interior Design and Dubai Holding Entertainment, in partnership with ImInclusive.

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Aldar Education to Launch New American School in Khalifa City

Yasmina American School to Open in August 2025

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 12 February 2025: Yasmina American School, a new educational institution by Aldar Education, will open its doors to students in August 2025 in Khalifa City. The school aims to provide accessible, high-quality American education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 5, meeting the needs of families seeking affordable yet robust academic options.

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Inception and MBZUAI Launch SHERKALA Transforming the Large Language Model Landscape for Kazakhstan

17 February 2025, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Inception, a G42 company specializing in AI-native products, and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first AI-focused graduate research university, through its Institute of Foundation Models and in collaboration with Cerebras, today announced the launch of SHERKALA, a revolutionary Kazakh Large Language Model (LLM) designed to empower over 13 million Kazakh speakers with the potential of generative AI.

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AUS Board of Trustees approves strategic framework, leadership appointments and key academic advancements

Sharjah, UAE, February 11, 2025 – The Board of Trustees of American University of Sharjah (AUS), chaired by Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of AUS, convened on February 9 at Kingfisher Retreat, in Sharjah, to approve key resolutions aimed at advancing the university’s strategic vision, academic excellence and institutional governance.

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RIT Dubai and W Motors forge partnership to drive innovation in mobility

University and homegrown mobility solutions provider join forces to advance education, training and R&D

February 06,2025: Dubai, UAE: Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai and W Motors have established a partnership to promote innovation in the mobility sector, through joint initiatives in education, professional training and research and development. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the university and the region’s first manufacturer of high-performance luxury vehicles and mobility solutions provider has been established to align with the UAE’s vision to foster collaboration between academia and the private sector.

Dr. Yousef Al Assaf, RIT Dubai President and Mr. Ralf Debbas Founder & CEO of W Motors

Aiming to advance innovation in the automotive and mobility sectors, the partnership sets a framework for academic-industry research and the incubation of new technologies and solutions. RIT Dubai students will have the opportunity to gain unique insights into the industry through internships and experiential learning, and W Motors employees will have access to customized academic and executive development programs at the university. This goal is to contribute to the growth and skills of future leaders and inspire the next generation of innovators.

Representatives from RIT Dubai and W Motors

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