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Welcome back!
In this issue...
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Stanford University delegation visits CUD
CUD was one of five UAE universities selected by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to showcase its portfolio of innovative teaching methodologies during a recent visit from faculty based at Stanford University, USA.
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Student satisfaction continues to rise
The latest data collected for the UAE Center for Higher Education Data and Statistics reveals that student satisfaction at Canadian University Dubai continues to rise, alongside other key performance indicators measured in the annual survey.
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CUD professor leads debate on
future of design
Mr. Massimo Imparato, Assistant Professor in the School of Architecture and Interior Design, has been leading the debate on the future of design at a regional summit held recently in Dubai.
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Students simulate boardroom battle
As part of their course on business ethics, students at CUD have been learning real-world lessons in business during a simulated boardroom battle that set out to tackle one of the biggest challenges of the corporate world.
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CUD hosts good student debate
Students and faculty at CUD have been revealing what it means to be a good student at an event to celebrate the ‘goodness’ in education, through theatrical drama, a panel discussion, short speeches, and an audience-participation talk show.
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SAID professor named among 100 architects of the year
Assistant Professor, Mr. Luca Donner, has been named among the 100 Architects of the Year 2015 by the Korean Institute of Architects (KIA), coinciding with an exhibition at Culture Station Seoul 284, which featured some of his unique design work.
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Student talent showcased during UAE Innovation Week
The work of talented students from across CUD has been showcased during a four-day campus exhibition to mark UAE Innovation Week 2015.
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Dubai Watch team visits CUD
Students from CUD have been hearing from the Dubai Police ‘Dubai Watch’ team about the UAE’s criminal, traffic and anti-drug laws during an interactive awareness-raising session held recently on campus.
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CUD professor leads student enterprise research
Research conducted by a team of academics led by CUD Assistant Professor, Ms. Jeanette Teh, has revealed that universities could help stimulate entrepreneurship in the Middle East by providing students with training and support in the field.
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SAID explores UK collaborations
The School of Architecture and Interior Design has recently hosted a visit from Professor of Architectural Technology, Norman Wienand, to explore future collaborations on curriculum development and student and faculty exchanges with UK-based institution, Sheffield Hallam University.
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CUD leads the way in social engagement
As the first university in the UAE to embrace the newest trend in social media, CUD has quickly attracted interest from students far beyond the Middle East in response to ‘CUDSnaps’, the daily snapshots of campus life.
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Students look to shape their future
with Emaar
Students at CUD have been given an exclusive insight into employment opportunities with one of the world’s most valuable real estate development companies, during a recent visit from representatives of the Emaar Properties Group.
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University of Calgary professor reveals future design challenges
Dr. Brian R. Sinclair, an award-winning Professor of Architecture and Environmental Design from the University of Calgary, has been speaking about the future challenges for the design industry during a public lecture hosted by CUD.
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CUD celebrates inaugural Library Days event
Students, faculty and staff at CUD have come together in a series of fun and educational activities to mark the University’s first ever Library Days event.
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International expert discusses Internet landscape
Professor Sanjay K. Jha, from the Australian Centre for Cyber Security at the University of New South Wales, has been discussing the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead with the emergence of the Internet of Things, during a recent lecture at CUD.
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Sharjah Police Force commend students’ traffic app
An innovative mobile application being developed by a team of students from CUD has been commended by Sharjah Police following a recent presentation of the technology at the Force’s Seminar on Innovation in Police Security.
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Students speak out on sustainability at EEG competition
Three groups of students from CUD have taken part in the 2015 Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) public speaking competition, with one team taking the second runner up position in the 15th edition of the annual debating challenge.
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Hidden talents revealed at student Entertainment Night
Students from across CUD have taken to the stage to showcase their hidden talents during a fun-filled evening of performances at the annual Student Council Entertainment Night.
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Students take on Ericsson Innovation Challenge
Two groups of students from CUD are working on the development of unique initiatives aimed at transforming city life, as part of this year’s Ericsson Innovation Awards.
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Upcoming Events:
Engineering Guest Tutorial
19th January, 11am
Join us for a guest tutorial hosted by Professor Debashis Saha of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Calcutta, on the roadmap from 4G to 5G. |
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Celebrating Student Success
19th January, 3pm
Join us to celebrate the success of CUD’s Robotics Club in the UAE Robotics Challenge. |
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Efhamni Launch Event
26th January, 12noon
Come along and support students taking part in the Ripples of Happiness initiative as they launch their project – Efthamni – a mobile app for the deaf community. |
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Welcome Back Barbecue
27th January 2pm-5pm
Join us in Block C parking area for free food, games and some fun time in the sun. |
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International Education Show Sharjah
10th-12th February
CUD will be taking part in this year’s International Education Show at the Expo Centre in Sharjah. |
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Blood Drive
February 22nd
Give the gift of life: give blood. Join the annual CUD blood drive. |
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I Love my Brain
February 24th
Join us for a fascinating lecture on how factors such as music and nutrition can affect the functioning of the brain. |
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Stanford University delegation visits CUD 
