Ajman University Discusses Cooperation With Saudi Educational Institutions (19 February 2018)
As part of Ajman University’s strategic goal of forging and fostering its ties with partners across the Middle East and around the globe, a delegation headed by Dr. Karim Seghir, Ajman University, AU, Chancellor, visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The tour included visits to prominent educational institutions and meeting with related entities. AU delegation met with management and members of King Abdul Aziz University.
Dr. Karim Seghir, AU Chancellor and Dr. Abdul Rahman Al Youbi, Director of King Abdul Aziz University signed a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate mutual cooperation in student and faculty exchange. The agreement was signed in the presence of Dr. Abdul Haq Al Nuaimi, Vice-Chancellor for Advancement and Communication at AU. The agreement also promotes cooperation in joint applied researches to serve the strategic goals of the universities.
AU delegation met with Ajman University Saudi Alumni chapter. Dr. Seghir expressed pride in their achievements and interacted with the male and female alumni who gathered at an informal event at the hotel arranged by AU. Chancellor encouraged them to achieve their goals and keep in touch with their alma mater. He informed them about the latest developments in AU, wherein a new College of Medicine will soon be launched.
Dr. Karim signed another MoU with Khalid Al Makaran, Chairman of the Majmaah University. This agreement brings the two universities closer in terms of cooperating on mutually beneficial avenues through joint-cooperation’s on student, faculty and researches. AU delegation was given a tour of the campus and facilities at Majmaah University. They also toured the renowned astronomy observatory and the projects undertaken by students. Chancellor Seghir presented the AU achievements and initiatives over the last 30 years to the board members of the University.
AU delegation also visited the Ministry of Education and King Saud University, they exchanged views on enhancing cooperation between the institutions to promote higher education across the GCC.
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