AUE

Dina Ahmed

AUE, Dubai:

The event commenced in the AUE auditorium, where we were honored by the presence and inspirational speeches of our AUE President Professor Muthanna, our Provost Prof. Abhilasha Singh, and our distinguished guests: Mr. Ravi Raman, the Vice President of Khaleej Times, and Mrs. Seta Tutundjian, the Director of partnerships and knowledge management of ICBA. Not only were we grateful and appreciative for gaining special advice and insights into their field of work, but especially for the opportunity to learn from such accomplished individuals within our community. Leading the exhibition, was an eye-opening and visually dynamic project titled ‘Environmental Sustainability and the Future’ presented by key speakers Abdullah and Faiq, among their fellow researchers; Khadidja, Edson, Olla and I.

“The core teachings of the faculty are based upon exploring and bridging the gap between theory and practice,” said Professor Muthanna, President, and CEO of the American University in the Emirates, while talking to media at First Science Exhibition, he adds on  ‘This is the fundamental principle behind the Unlimited Science Exhibition. It takes a semester-long planning for College of Education to organize this exhibition on 26th Nov 2017.

Finally, the highlight of the event was initiated by a ribbon cutting ceremony, that paved the way for student exhibitors to proudly showcased their unique projects. From creative models to exciting experiments, students confidently demonstrated the importance and their understanding of their chosen topic of interest. And most importantly, their semester’s worth of unyielding commitment, dedication, and hard work was evident throughout the exhibition.

This event proved to be a worthwhile learning experience that further refined student research, presentation, and management skills. It was also a wonderful opportunity for them to demonstrate AUE’s core values of ‘Innovation and creativity’, as well as ‘teamwork and partnership’. Ideally, such educational exhibitions are considered to be the perfect occasion that unifies students across various colleges and specializations, under one special concept that we constantly experience in our daily lives – science.

Faiq Shafqat

AUE, Dubai:

On the 17^th of November 2017, I had the privilege and honor of representing the American University in the Emirates at the EEG’s 17^th Inter College Speaking Competition. This was a very valuable and fascinating experience as it merged the idea of saving the environment for the future of the planet, and the idea of academic competition. I was chosen as one of two speakers to engage in competition again several other universities both from the UAE and outside it.

Along with two speakers, we were comprised of a team of fellow students that worked together as researchers, advisers, and supporters. We worked together to gather information and developed our strategy for our presentation. Through teamwork and support and direction from Mrs. Sabina was very useful in motivating us for this challenge.

By participating in this competition I was able to sharpen my public speaking skills as well as become better informed on the seriousness of the topic of the environment. This competition was unique in that, it not only instructed participants to address the problems but also required them to present solutions to these problems. This mentality of rewarding students based on the creativity of their solutions is the key to creating a world where problems are addressed and solutions are discussed.

The Emirate’s Environmental Group did a phenomenal job organizing the competition, and the inspiration that students gained through listening to the hosts’ opening statements was evident. The EEG did a very good job laying down the blueprint of what can be achieved if motivated university students come together to find solutions to an issue. Preparing for this competition would have been a herculean effort if we did not have the guidance and motivation given to us by Mrs. Sabina. All things considered, I believe that this competition helped me have a better understanding of the environment and gave me invaluable experience regarding the task of public speaking.