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Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi unveils reimagined Student Center at AUS

An exciting part of the student experience that celebrates innovation, wellness and entrepreneurship

Sharjah, UAE, September 16, 2024:

Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), officially inaugurated the newly renovated Student Center, which has been reimagined as the heartbeat of student life on campus. The center is now a vibrant space where the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of AUS students and alumni come alive, providing a distinctive blend of entertainment, social engagement and health-conscious eateries. 

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General Motors and RIT Dubai collaborate to secure valuable internships for budding talent

Academia and industry unite to nurture STEM skills among future workforce.

September 16,2024: Dubai, UAE: Four students from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai recently secured prestigious internship opportunities with renowned automotive manufacturer, General Motors, to apply their technical talents in the workplace while pursuing their university studies.

The collaboration between RIT Dubai and General Motors Africa and Middle East reflects the organizations’ shared goals to nurture the next generation of STEM talent and increase equitable access to skills and professional development in the field.

RIT Dubai’s students, Abdullah Adawi, Anas Nazzal,  and Shahd Salahat, embarked on their internships with General Motors.

Senior industrial engineering students, Abdullah Adawi, Anas Nazzal, and Tala Hassouna, and psychology major, Shahd Salahat, embarked on their internships during the recent summer break, contributing to several projects across different departments, while developing new skills along the way.

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Dubai universities set to shape global future with green hydrogen, sports performance, and fintech courses in new academic year

  • International institutions at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City launch programmes in transformative new sectors such as green energy and legal technology
  • TECOM Group’s education powerhouses nurture collaborative innovation to embed future readiness in the talent pool, supporting the goals of Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’

Dubai, UAE, 11 September 2024: Leading higher education and skills development institutions at Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City are set to welcome thousands of learners from around the world as the 2024-25 academic year commences in the UAE with a wide range of future-focused programmes introduced to help today’s talent meet the needs of tomorrow.

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Gosu Academy announces UAE expansion to boost nation’s Esports growth

Gosu Academy expands into the UAE, aligning with national initiatives to drive esports growth and innovation

10th September 2024, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Gosu Academy, the global leader in esports coaching and education, announced its expansion into the UAE today.

The company’s entry into the region comes at an opportune time, as the gaming industry is poised to contribute over $1 billion to Dubai’s GDP by 2033, with an estimated 30,000 jobs to be created.

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Gulf Medical University Leads Major Collaboration with Top Chinese Universities

  • Zhejiang University PhD Students Undertake Research Internships at Gulf Medical University, Strengthening Global Academic Ties

Ajman, UAE – September 9, 2024 – A group of six female PhD students from the Zhejiang University School of Medicine (China) have successfully completed their research internships at the Gulf Medical University led Thumbay Research Institute for Precision Medicine in the United Arab Emirates. The students’ summer 2024 internship provided a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technological platforms, including Affymetrix, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), confocal microscopy, liquid biopsy techniques, and zebra fish facilities. The program was instrumental in enriching their knowledge and practical skills in the field of translational cancer research, particularly in cancer immunobiology.

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