by Mais Obaji, under the supervision of Dr. Nahla
AUE and School Outreach
In the belief of the American University in the Emirates in the importance of school outreach, the student Mais Obaji from the College of Education who works as, High School Academic Advisor and Supervision, facilitated the communication between the AUE and the Dubai Arabian American School.
On Wednesday, 4th November 2020 the students and parents from Dubai Arabian American Private School had a meeting with the representatives of American University in Emirates Dr. Nahla Moussa, the Department Chair and Ms. Hala Albukhary, College of Education. The meeting targeted the students in Inclusion Department and their parents. An overview about the university admission process was given to these students. They were exposed to different topics that will help and support students in completing their educational journey after graduating from school.
Dr. Nahla Moussa and Ms. Hala Albukhary, gave an outline about the transition from high school to university, the challenges students face, and the possible approaches to overcome these difficulties. It was an introduction of the curricular programs of the university and provision of support to address students’ needs as they enter university life.
Dr. Nahla discussed the 7 colleges and the different programs that the AUE offers and recommendations for admission to activate the students’ recruitment, and she presented helpful tips for successful students such as time management and Ms. Hala talked about the student expectation, and future aspiration.
This webinar gave students tips on how to prepare themselves academically and socially as they decide on viable career path after high school.
The school is looking for a greater collaboration between the SENCO and university to establish a strong relationship with higher education providers to enable students of determination to move into meaningful next steps.
Prepared by
Mais Obaji,
College of Education
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