Summit to explore visionary approaches in regenerative and circular design

July 02,2025: Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has been officially selected to host the prestigious 2026 Cumulus Conference, one of the world’s most influential gatherings of art, design, and media education. Spearheaded by the University’s School of Architecture and Interior Design, the five-day global summit will take place in November 2026 under the theme: ‘Design(ed) Visions of Tomorrow | The Future of Human Condition’.

Massimo Imparato, Dean of the School of Architecture and Interior Design

Held in the context of climate disruption, social uncertainty, and rapid technological advancement, the 2026 Cumulus Dubai Conference will bring together international designers, educators, and researchers to reimagine the role of design in shaping regenerative, inclusive, and ethically driven futures. The summit will explore how design can serve as a catalyst for rethinking human life and living systems across physical, social, cultural, and ecological dimensions.

Cumulus Association General Assembly 2025

September 26,2024 : Dubai, UAE: Emirati brothers and Canadian University Dubai (CUD) graduates, Ali Sharif Al Marzooqi and Omar Sharif Al Marzooqi, both started their careers as junior executives in human resources. With a passion for the industry and growing professional expertise, they also recognized the importance of earning a formal qualification in the field.

Taking different routes to join the same degree program, Ali and Omar returned to education as mature students, enrolling in CUD’s Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management in the same year. As mid-career graduates they are now at the top of their profession in strategic roles with leading UAE organizations.