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  • A Love to Share with Special Needs Children

    A Love to Share with Special Needs Children

    A Love to Share with Special Needs Children

    A Love to Share with Special Needs Children

    Collaboration between the American University in the Emirates and Al Noor Training Center
    Working under the caption of “Give Love to Receive love” The American University in the Emirates chose to celebrate a post valentine celebration with the children of the Al Noor Training Center for Special Needs. The aim of this event was to highlight the importance of social acceptance and being responsive to the needs of the society.
    Supported by the College of Education (CEDU) and facilitated by Guidance and Counseling Center and Peer Mentors, Al Noor Training center gave a talk on the depths of special needs and how AUE students as a member of the community can improve quality of life and promote equal opportunities and recognition in all walks of life. The event mainly focused on how a child with special needs can inspire you to become a special kind of person. After giving out an informative session about their work and how it’s been a success, the center promoted their activities by selling some of their famous baked goods and craft works that were prepared by their own students.
    The part 2 of the “A Love to Share” activity is the visit of Psychology Students under College of Education and Peer Mentors in Al Noor Training Center located at Al Barsha Dubai during their Fun Day on March 6th, 2015, the place was packed with volunteers from different schools and different walks of life, they all attended with the purpose of sharing love to the community of special needs. Al Noor Center with their sponsors prepared different activities to raise fund. AUE students joined several activities such as playing memory games, raffle draw, buying their product and others to help the center raise their funds. AUE students who joined spent a meaningful weekend as they had opportunity to be with special children, they had fun and at the same time were able to help.

  • AUE Board Meeting Held on December 12th, 2014

    AUE Board Meeting Held on December 12th, 2014

    AUE Board Meeting Held on December 12th, 2014

    AUE Board Meeting Held on December 12th, 2014

    The Board of Trustees meeting was held at AUE on December 12th, 2014. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees, H.E. Mohammed Saleh Bin Bduwah Al Darmaki, and the Deputy Chairman, Mr. Khalaf Al Qubaisi welcomed all the members including, Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Police Central Operations, Dr. Tariq Ahmed Al Haiden, Assistant Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, UAE, Mr. Abdullatif Al Mulla, Group CEO of TECOM Investment, Dr. Ahmed Al Kubaisi , Scholar, Professor Muthanna G Abdul Razzaq, President, Prof. Matthew D. Shank, President, Marymount University, Prof. Suzanne Ortega, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of North Carolina, USA, Mr. Abdullah Saeed Al Naboodha, Chairman of Al Naboodha Contracting Co LLC, Professor Mitch Land, Dean, School of Communication and Arts, Regent University and Mr. Duane Knapp, Chairman & Founder, Brand Strategy Inc. along with the invited members of the University and the General Secretary of the Board.
    The meeting after ensuring the quorum convened for more than two hours to discuss the strategic issues of the University. The President presented the University report and the Chairman congratulated the President for his able leadership and his hard work in the last academic year
    The Chairman thanked the members for their continued support and for making themselves available despite their busy schedule.

  • H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi elected as Member of the Administrative Council of the ISSF General Assembly

    H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi elected as Member of the Administrative Council of the ISSF General Assembly

    H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi elected as Member of the Administrative Council of the ISSF General Assembly

    H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi elected as Member of the Administrative Council of the ISSF General Assembly

    In a meeting of the International Shooting Sport Federation General Assembly earlier this week, H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Member of the Board of Trustees at the American University in the Emirates, Director General of Abu Dhabi Police Central Operations and Chairman of Executive Committee at the Emirates Identity Authority Board of Directors, is elected for the four year term of 2015-2018.
    H.E. Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, also Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Baniyas F.C. Emirati football club in the UAE, has been an active patron of the sports across various categories, and was eager to provide his support for the ISSF in the Middle East and Asia. “The ISSF is a key organization in the development of the sport of shooting around the world, particularly through its association with the International Olympic Committee, and I personally consider shooting to be a talent and a sport that is of great importance, since it nurtures an individual’s concentration, accuracy, sight, serenity, and patience, all qualities that I find are essential to developing strong characters,” said Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi.
    The ISSF General Assembly meeting occurred in Munich from December 2nd to December 3rd, 2014, and led to the reelection of the incumbent, President H.R. Olegario Vazquez Rana for a ninth consecutive term, as well as two incumbent Vice Presidents, Luciano Rossi and Gary Anderson.

    “The versatility of Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi is a source of inspiration to all of us and we congratulate him on behalf of entire AUE family,” said the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, H.E Muhammad Bin Bduwah Al Darmaki.

  • MoU has signed between AUE and Dubai Sports Council

    MoU has signed between AUE and Dubai Sports Council

    MoU has signed between AUE and Dubai Sports Council

    MoU has signed between AUE and Dubai Sports Council

    AUE was delighted to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Dubai Sports Council today. The affiliation agreement was signed at Dubai Sports Council by AUE President, Prof./Dr. Muthanna Abdul Razzaq and Dr. Ahmad Al Sharif, Secretary General, Dubai Sports Council.
    It was indeed a memorable event witnessed by members of the council and AUE team consisting of the Provost, Dean of College of Business Administration and Media and Mass Communication, Director of International Office and Protocol Department and many others who were highly enthusiastic of this collaboration that will certainly support the competitive and thriving sports management industry in the UAE.
    This partnership aims to facilitate a wider reach and is presumed to enhance the totality of sports experience in the UAE. “We see this MOU as a way to take our commitment to the next level to capitalize on several related opportunities for both our esteemed institutions”, said the Provost .
    The AUE President, Prof./Dr. Muthanna said, “In any educational setting, such affiliation agreement plays a significant role in understanding and meeting the market demands. He further added that we at AUE are moving from theory to practice by joining hands with such reputed councils that will facilitate AUE’s mission of focusing on application based learning, critical in delivery of quality education.”
    AUE, thanked Dubai Sports Council for their kind hospitality during the signing off ceremony.

  • Etihad Airways offers discount during AUE Car Show.

    Etihad Airways offers discount during AUE Car Show.

    Etihad Airways offers discount during AUE Car Show.

    Etihad Airways offers discount during AUE Car Show.

    Etihad Airways, the World’s Leading Airline is delighted to offer Fantastic Discount Fares AUE Students and Faculty Members across the UAE an “exclusive discounts up to 15% on the Etihad Airways network during the 4th AUE Car Show on 26th & 27th February from 11am to 8pm at AUE campus.
    With this exclusive discount, experience our award winning services for less and enjoy:

    7 days free parking: Dubai, Northern Emirates & Al Ain residents can drive down to Abu Dhabi International Airport and enjoy up to 7 days of free parking.
    Etihad Travel Mall: Avoid crowds at the airport and check in, drop your baggage and collect your boarding pass from 24 to 6 hours before your flight at Etihad Travel Mall on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.
    Free coach and chauffeur service: Enjoy a complimentary luxury coach service from Etihad Travel Mall (located on Sheikh Zayed Road next to the Noor Islamic Bank metro station) direct to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
    Click here for the coach schedule.A complimentary chauffeur service for all Diamond First and Pearl Business class guests from anywhere in the UAE is available 24 hours a day.
    Family and personal discounts: Discounts are applicable to employees and immediate family members for business and personal trips, so book earlier to avail these special fares!
    Simply purchase your ticket through your nominated travel agency – Airtravel Enterprises at the AUE campus to benefit from this exclusive offer. So BOOK NOW!!!
    This offer is only valid for travel on selected destinations on flights operated by Etihad Airways. Offer not valid in conjunction with other promotional fares. Offer valid on 26th & 27th February only. Other conditions apply.

  • AUE Pegasus Repeats Last Year’s feat by Defeating AUD at their Own Backyard by 2-Nil

    AUE Pegasus Repeats Last Year’s feat by Defeating AUD at their Own Backyard by 2-Nil

    AUE Pegasus Repeats Last Year’s feat by Defeating AUD at their Own Backyard by 2-Nil

    AUE Pegasus Repeats Last Year’s feat by Defeating AUD at their Own Backyard by 2-Nil

    It was another victorious moment filled with excitement when AUE won against AUD by 2-0 score repeating the history.
    Though the excitement made the watchers shift uneasily in their seats as AUD threatened to frustrate the league leaders, however, by the end, the victory was as comfortable as a favorite armchair,

    The AUE Pegasus withstood every comeback attack the AUD threw at them and skated off with a exciting win scoring 2-0. AUE Pegasus repeated the history recalling the moments of lastyear’s inter university tournament.
    By the virtue of this win AUE Pegasus leads the Group A table, scoring 14 goals in three matches with no goals against. The team also qualifies to play the quarter final for the Emirates of Dubai.
    “There was emotion, there was momentum and there was excitement, but the best was to witness the fruits of the team’s hard work,” AUE coach said.
    AUE team Manager said, “Beating a strong team of AUD at their own backyard is a real thrill and we are happy that we did this twice in a row.”

  • Creating Positive School Experience workshop at AUE

    Creating Positive School Experience workshop at AUE

    Creating Positive School Experience workshop at AUE

    Creating Positive School Experience workshop at AUE

    United Arab Emirates – Dubai 10th Feb: As part of its commitment to community services the Guidance and Counseling Center at the American University in the Emirates organized a workshop on Creating Positive School Experience, for the educators and counselors from different schools in UAE.
    The main objective of the said workshop was to increase the awareness of the guidance counselors, teachers and principals regarding the increasing number of learning disabilities problems in school. It also aimed to enhance the educators’ skills in assessing learning disabilities and equipping them with proper intervention on how to create a positive school experience for the AUE students.
    Prof. Muthanna Abdul Razzaq, AUE President welcomed all the participants and mentioned that AUE being the leading university in the region is committed to contribute to the advancement of educational process and promote academic excellence to the community. Furthermore, he emphasized that AUE is making excellent education available for all, even for those with disabilities. He pointed out that no one should be deprived to learn and dream as AUE believes in nothing is impossible.
    Dr. Hussain Ali Masseeh, Social Expert/ Clinical psychologist of Community Development Authority facilitated the workshop. Dr. Masseeh said that learning disabilities is often neglected in the society. Many students pass their schools without being detected that they have learning disabilities.
    He emphasized that is very important for educators to be equipped with proper skills to assess learning disabilities in earlier stage so the schools can give proper intervention and make learning a positive experience.
    The workshop ended with lots of suggested tools to identify learning disability at the early stage to create positive experience at school for all students.

  • The First Ever Master’s Dissertation in Library & Information Science from AUE

    The First Ever Master’s Dissertation in Library & Information Science from AUE

    The First Ever Master’s Dissertation in Library & Information Science from AUE

    The First Ever Master’s Dissertation in Library & Information Science from AUE

    United Arab Emirates – Dubai 10th Feb: As part of its commitment to community services the Guidance and Counseling Center at the American University in the Emirates organized a workshop on Creating Positive School Experience, for the educators and counselors from different schools in UAE.
    The main objective of the said workshop was to increase the awareness of the guidance counselors, teachers and principals regarding the increasing number of learning disabilities problems in school. It also aimed to enhance the educators’ skills in assessing learning disabilities and equipping them with proper intervention on how to create a positive school experience for the AUE students.
    Prof. Muthanna Abdul Razzaq, AUE President welcomed all the participants and mentioned that AUE being the leading university in the region is committed to contribute to the advancement of educational process and promote academic excellence to the community. Furthermore, he emphasized that AUE is making excellent education available for all, even for those with disabilities. He pointed out that no one should be deprived to learn and dream as AUE believes in nothing is impossible.
    Dr. Hussain Ali Masseeh, Social Expert/ Clinical psychologist of Community Development Authority facilitated the workshop. Dr. Masseeh said that learning disabilities is often neglected in the society. Many students pass their schools without being detected that they have learning disabilities.
    He emphasized that is very important for educators to be equipped with proper skills to assess learning disabilities in earlier stage so the schools can give proper intervention and make learning a positive experience.
    The workshop ended with lots of suggested tools to identify learning disability at the early stage to create positive experience at school for all students.

  • AUE Tops Inter College Environment Public Speaking Competition

    AUE Tops Inter College Environment Public Speaking Competition

    AUE Tops Inter College Environment Public Speaking Competition

    AUE Tops Inter College Environment Public Speaking Competition

    AUE students participated in the 14th Regional Inter College Environmental Public Speaking Competition 2014 on 27th November 2014. The competition was organized by Emirate Environmental Group to enhancing awareness on environmental issues in the region, among the young generation.
    The competition on public speaking was held between all universities from MENA region, where American University in the Emirates was awarded and students were appreciated for their participation in the competition. Dr. Wasan AL Taie (Associate Professor, College of Education, AUE) was instrumental in bringing the best out of our students during the competition.

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