The student headed festivities were voted the best in a competition organized by the Ministry of Culture Youth and Community Services.

Abu Dhabi 2 January 2014: Khalifa University announced today that its Abu Dhabi campus has won the “Best National Day 42 Celebration” category in the “Exceptional University” competition organized by the Ministry of Culture Youth and Community Services.

 

The innovative day long festivities were organized by students faculty and staff and included a variety of activities such as the “Time Machine” museum and a play written by Khalifa University students about a student whose invention saves the world. The play is set in 2100 and showed a future version of the UAE projecting a very advanced society based on technology and knowledge economy. 

 

Other activities included traditional dances and a souq that was built inside the Abu Dhabi campus and demonstrated traditional merchandize a photography kiosk and a traditional tent where several traditional handicrafts were demonstrated. 

In addition to the best celebration win Khalifa University students also ranked highly in the other categories.  Khalifa University student Mohammed Abdulrazaq Hussain won second place in the “Best National Short Movie about the Union” category for his movie titled “Between the Past and the Future.” And student Meera Saeed Al Yammahi won first place in the “Best National Dress for girls over the age of 16” category. 

The awards were launched by the Ministry of Culture Youth and Community Services with the aim of instilling and supporting a feeling of pride in the National Day Celebrations the state and its achievements its leaders and of Emirati youth in the UAE. The awards also aim to encourage cooperation between the ministry and universities and encourage the creative abilities and talent of university students. 

“We are very pleased that our National Day Celebrations have been voted the best in the UAE ” said Dr. Mohammed Al Mualla Senior Vice President of Research and Development. “I would like to thank our students and staff for putting together such an enjoyable program for National Day. Our students did an excellent job showcasing Emirati tradition and heritage and engaging our non-Emirati staff and students in the festivities. The National Day represents the UAE’s success in the 42 years since its creation and it represents the importance of unity and cooperation. Our students and staff demonstrated this unity on the day and showed their pride in the UAE and the bold vision of its founding fathers. We are molding the next generation of leaders and it’s important that they recognize the achievements of the past as they move forward towards creating sustainable growth.”

Khalifa University organized an event to mark Commemoration Day in the UAE today at its Abu Dhabi campus. Students staff faculty and researchers expressed solidarity with the UAE’s Armed Forces and its martyrs by wearing military scarves.

Khalifa University lowered the UAE flag to mark the occasion and later a moment of silence in remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives to the UAE took place followed by the recitation of the UAE’s National Anthem and the raising of the UAE’s flag to mark the end of the event.

Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President said “We value our wise leadership’s initiative to make today Commemoration Day which is a day to remember our brave martyrs who symbolize the UAE’s pride and dignity. They are heroes who sacrificed themselves for the UAE and they deserve this moment of respect and admiration. They are alive inside us inspiring us to live and die for our nation.”

He added: “Khalifa University honored two of our students who lost loved ones as martyrs for the nation. By doing so we are one with our wise leadership under the umbrella of our beloved UAE to which we are faithful work hard and excel in all fields to bear our responsibility in facing challenges with courage strength and patience armed with education and hard work for the present and future of our wonderful country.”

Khalifa University celebrated United Arab Emirates’ Flag Day today with an assembly for students faculty and staff. Attendee’s recited the UAE’s National Anthem and the pledge of allegiance while raising the UAE’s flag.

Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President said: “The UAE flag is embedded in the hearts of all Emiratis. It is a symbol of the UAE that reminds us that we are united under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and it motivates our students to become scientists researchers and innovators and future leaders of industry and contribute to the UAE’s prosperity. Our flag is a symbol of the heroism of our brave armed forces and our martyrs who offered the ultimate sacrifice for their country. They are an inspiration to us all and remind us that Emiratis should live and die for the UAE. The initiative of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE’s Vice President Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai to raise the UAE flag on every organization and house today encourages us to work hard study and do everything we can to raise the name of the United Arab Emirates. “

 

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Khalifa University celebrated United Arab Emirates’ Flag Day today with an assembly for students faculty and staff. Attendee’s recited the UAE’s National Anthem and the pledge of allegiance while raising the UAE’s flag.

Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President said: “The UAE flag is embedded in the hearts of all Emiratis. It is a symbol of the UAE that reminds us that we are united under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and it motivates our students to become scientists researchers and innovators and future leaders of industry and contribute to the UAE’s prosperity. Our flag is a symbol of the heroism of our brave armed forces and our martyrs who offered the ultimate sacrifice for their country. They are an inspiration to us all and remind us that Emiratis should live and die for the UAE. The initiative of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE’s Vice President Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai to raise the UAE flag on every organization and house today encourages us to work hard study and do everything we can to raise the name of the United Arab Emirates. “

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This meeting will focus on ‘Serving Innovation’.

Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research The United Arab Emirates’ Advanced National Research and Education Network known as Ankabut an initiative founded by Khalifa University will host its 12th Users’ Meeting at New York University’s Abu Dhabi Campus on November 16 and 17. 

This meeting’s focus will be on “serving innovation” and will gather some of the most knowledgeable researchers from all over the world as well as leaders in the industry of innovative educational technology to explore this important topic. The conference will include technical sessions on cutting-edge issues related to the industry as well as providing opportunities for networking and socializing with Ankabut’s partners. The conference aims to inspire educators to discover the latest innovative educational technologies. In addition this year’s conference will host the international Special Internet Group Meeting and an MOU will be signed between the IBM Company and Ankabut. 

Ankabut offers academic institutions connectivity to other education networks around the world. Ankabut also connects schools and public institutions together across the UAE. Ankabut cooperates on a national GCC regional and international arena representing the UAE in conferences exhibitions and forums. 

This meeting will focus on ‘Serving Innovation’.

Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research The United Arab Emirates’ Advanced National Research and Education Network known as Ankabut an initiative founded by Khalifa University will host its 12th Users’ Meeting at New York University’s Abu Dhabi Campus on November 16 and 17. 

This meeting’s focus will be on “serving innovation” and will gather some of the most knowledgeable researchers from all over the world as well as leaders in the industry of innovative educational technology to explore this important topic. The conference will include technical sessions on cutting-edge issues related to the industry as well as providing opportunities for networking and socializing with Ankabut’s partners. The conference aims to inspire educators to discover the latest innovative educational technologies. In addition this year’s conference will host the international Special Internet Group Meeting and an MOU will be signed between the IBM Company and Ankabut. 

Ankabut offers academic institutions connectivity to other education networks around the world. Ankabut also connects schools and public institutions together across the UAE. Ankabut cooperates on a national GCC regional and international arena representing the UAE in conferences exhibitions and forums. 

Academics from the Khalifa Semiconductor Research Centre at Khalifa University and staff from EBTIC visited the Etihad Innovation Center to participate in a workshop last week.

The purpose of the visit was to exchange knowledge and develop the relationship between Khalifa University and Etihad Innovation Center which is at the forefront of developments in the aerospace industry in UAE.

The academics and EBTIC staff were given a tour of the facilities at the center which is home to Etihad’s Innovation Training Academy. Following this Etihad presented an overview of Etihad Airways Partners group and Etihad Engineering Innovation Team.

Etihad’s current focus is on health management so Khalifa University and EBTIC professors and researchers presented multiple presentations summarizing their previous work in this area in addition to the fields of data analytics and systems engineering. Etihad also gave a demonstration of their own developed platform for aircraft monitoring.

Finally next steps were discussed with further collaboration between the two organizations anticipated in the future.

 

Khalifa University hosted innovative camp for the second year in a row.

Khalifa University’s Abu Dhabi campus played host to an excited group of grade 10 11 and 12 students during its innovative week long Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp held from August 16 – 20. The week wrapped up with an exciting “Robo” Competition which saw the students showcase the robots they had built during the course of the camp.

The engaging STEM camp which has been running since 2014 is designed as a platform to inspire high school students interested in pursuing a career in engineering or the technology sector. Over the course of the week the students were required to design and build their own robot which they used in the competition. In addition the students had the opportunity to learn and have fun through hands on activities revolving around robotics mechanics electronics chemistry programming design math arts and physics.

The STEM summer camp aimed to inspire students through a program that included exciting topics challenges and competitions and gave them the opportunity to explore the world of engineering and meet engineering students and professors.

“It’s always wonderful to see how much young students enjoy science and technology focused summer camps ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President. “The popularity of this camp amongst the youth is certainly a good sign that the UAE has come a long way in fostering a culture of innovation and creating an interest in science and technology among students who are the future industry leaders.”

Khalifa University offers a variety of undergraduate programs in engineering including Aerospace Biomedical Communications Computer Electrical and Electronic Mechanical which recently achieved ABET accreditation and Civil and Industrial and Systems Engineering as well as an undergraduate degree in Advanced Mathematics and Statistics with optional concentrations in Financial Mathematics and Mathematical Biology. In addition the University always offers a variety of graduate degrees at the Master’s and PhD level.

Khalifa University hosted innovative camp for the second year in a row.

Khalifa University’s Abu Dhabi campus played host to an excited group of grade 10 11 and 12 students during its innovative week long Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp held from August 16 – 20. The week wrapped up with an exciting “Robo” Competition which saw the students showcase the robots they had built during the course of the camp.

The engaging STEM camp which has been running since 2014 is designed as a platform to inspire high school students interested in pursuing a career in engineering or the technology sector. Over the course of the week the students were required to design and build their own robot which they used in the competition. In addition the students had the opportunity to learn and have fun through hands on activities revolving around robotics mechanics electronics chemistry programming design math arts and physics.

The STEM summer camp aimed to inspire students through a program that included exciting topics challenges and competitions and gave them the opportunity to explore the world of engineering and meet engineering students and professors.

“It’s always wonderful to see how much young students enjoy science and technology focused summer camps ” said Dr. Arif Sultan Al Hammadi Khalifa University’s Executive Vice President. “The popularity of this camp amongst the youth is certainly a good sign that the UAE has come a long way in fostering a culture of innovation and creating an interest in science and technology among students who are the future industry leaders.”

Khalifa University offers a variety of undergraduate programs in engineering including Aerospace Biomedical Communications Computer Electrical and Electronic Mechanical which recently achieved ABET accreditation and Civil and Industrial and Systems Engineering as well as an undergraduate degree in Advanced Mathematics and Statistics with optional concentrations in Financial Mathematics and Mathematical Biology. In addition the University always offers a variety of graduate degrees at the Master’s and PhD level.

Special Club Day featured displays and games to attract new members.

Khalifa University student clubs held a special day in order to attract new members and show plans for future activities. The daylong event was held on September 30 at the University’s Abu Dhabi campus attracting many of the University’s students as well as faculty and staff. 

Clubs displaying that day included student branches of professional societies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Other clubs included ones for Debate Literature Arabic Media Photography Theater and Anime.  There was also a booth for the Emirati Club which helps host major events like National Day and Flag Day. Khalifa University’s Student Council also had a booth to spread awareness of their activities among students and to premier new clubs like story writing and gastronomy.  

“The Theater and Talent Club really tries to promote students creativity we have a lot of departments within the club that suits many talents like costume and set design script writing and more ” said Mohammed Naqi. “We’re very involved in lots of activities all years we put on plays and productions and help with the National Day.  We even made a historical movie called The Battle of Kaidabaa which was received well.” 

In addition to Club displays the University’s Student Council also held an Academic Pledge event.  Students were able to sign their name to a large board to show their commitment to upholding academic integrity and abiding to the rules of the University and the UAE. 

“The academic pledge reminds our students how to act and tells them why they shouldn’t cheat or plagiarize and that they should abide by the University’s rules ” Hamad Alaydaroos President of the Student Council.  “As a student council we are trying to get students involved and create a lifestyle that engages our students and helps them show their creativity.” 

Khalifa University strives to provide students with a well-rounded education that includes the pursuit of activities outside of the students’ academic careers and majors.  Promoting student run clubs is an important part of achieving this goal as well as creating a sense of community spirit and an exciting atmosphere for current and future students and alumni. 

Fatima Alshehhi from the Korean Club said “We had a lot of students who were fascinated with the Korean culture so we made a club to celebrate that.  We organize an entire day called Han day and we bring in Korean performers foods and learn to write our names in Korean.  I think it’s important to learn about other cultures in order to open your mind and the Korean Club helps does this.”

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Special Club Day featured displays and games to attract new members.

Khalifa University student clubs held a special day in order to attract new members and show plans for future activities. The daylong event was held on September 30 at the University’s Abu Dhabi campus attracting many of the University’s students as well as faculty and staff. 

Clubs displaying that day included student branches of professional societies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Other clubs included ones for Debate Literature Arabic Media Photography Theater and Anime.  There was also a booth for the Emirati Club which helps host major events like National Day and Flag Day. Khalifa University’s Student Council also had a booth to spread awareness of their activities among students and to premier new clubs like story writing and gastronomy. 

“The Theater and Talent Club really tries to promote students creativity we have a lot of departments within the club that suits many talents like costume and set design script writing and more ” said Mohammed Naqi. “We’re very involved in lots of activities all years we put on plays and productions and help with the National Day.  We even made a historical movie called The Battle of Kaidabaa which was received well.” 

In addition to Club displays the University’s Student Council also held an Academic Pledge event.  Students were able to sign their name to a large board to show their commitment to upholding academic integrity and abiding to the rules of the University and the UAE. 

“The academic pledge reminds our students how to act and tells them why they shouldn’t cheat or plagiarize and that they should abide by the University’s rules ” Hamad Alaydaroos President of the Student Council.  “As a student council we are trying to get students involved and create a lifestyle that engages our students and helps them show their creativity.” 

Khalifa University strives to provide students with a well-rounded education that includes the pursuit of activities outside of the students’ academic careers and majors.  Promoting student run clubs is an important part of achieving this goal as well as creating a sense of community spirit and an exciting atmosphere for current and future students and alumni. 

Fatima Alshehhi from the Korean Club said “We had a lot of students who were fascinated with the Korean culture so we made a club to celebrate that.  We organize an entire day called Han day and we bring in Korean performers foods and learn to write our names in Korean.  I think it’s important to learn about other cultures in order to open your mind and the Korean Club helps does this.”