In the Media
“Brasília: Life after Design” Premières at Canadian University Dubai
November 5th 2018, CUD Red Theatre: We are delighted to host the Première of Brasília: Life After Design, fascinating story about several individuals living and dreaming in the wondrous city of Brasília, the Capital of Brazil . The tale, directed by award winning Canadian filmmaker Bart Simpson, was a must-watch...
CUD Takes Home Two Trophies in Volleyball Victory
October 29th, 2018, : Four university teams including our CUD ladies, competed at the American University Dubai in the inter-universities Ladies Volleyball Tournament. The event was hosted under the banner of “Sports Unite Us” and spectators were treated to a keenly fought competition. The CUD team, led by Captain Riham...
CUD celebrates National Flag Day
November 1st, 2018: The UAE flag has been hoisted above the campus of Canadian University Dubai (CUD) in an official ceremony to celebrate National Flag Day 2018.
Prizes and Certificates Handed Out at LRC Awards Event
October 30th, 2018, CUD Learning Resource Centre: Students gathered on the campus Library to witness the annual L.R.C. Awards Ceremony. During the event, prizes and certificates of participation were distributed to the various students who entered the L.R.C.’s many competitions taking place throughout the month of October. Winners included Nicholas...
University of New Brunswick returns to CUD
October 30th, 2018: Ms. Jennifer Waldshütz, International Undergraduate Recruiter from the University of New Brunswick (UNB), delivered a presentation to students interested in completing their studies in Canada. To accompany her presentation she showed videos of UNB Campuses located in Fredericton and Saint John both known for their secure environment...
CUD Embarks on International Recruitment Initiative to China
20th-28th October, 2018: A delegation of faculty and staff including Admissions Manager Emilio Giuliani, Student Recruitment Specialist Kristen Benford and Dean of Communication Arts and Sciences, Prof. David Santandreu Calogne, embarked on a trip to the People’s Republic of China. They were there to launch CUD’s outreach to China as...
Record Number of Canadian Universities Attend Education Fair.
October 29th, 2018: A record number of the top Universities and Colleges in Canada visited Hall C of CUD and spoke to prospective students from Dubai interested in pursuing degree programs in Canada. Under the banner of “EduCanada Fairs” a total of 25 institutions were in attendance as part of...
Motivational Speakers Inspire CUD Students to Become Involved in Humanitarian Action
October 29th, 2018: Students in the Red Theatre heard two motivational speakers present an energizing workshop dedicated to the importance and value of giving back to society. The title of the event, “Lifting Others to Rise Up” was organized by CUD’s Humanitarian Club, CUDCares. One of the speakers, Ms. Liesel...
Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists Visits CUD
October 24th, 2018: Representatives from the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) visited our campus to see CUD’s Architectural programs. The CIAT delegation was led by their President, Mr. Alex Naraian and received by Dr. Hamoud Dekkiche, Head of Architecture at the university along with other faculty members from the...
Dazzling Opening Ceremony Heralds Heritage Exhibition Week
October 21st ,2018: Accompanied by the sounds of traditional Emirati music and the smell of fragrant oud permeating the air of Hall C, a dozen heritage-themed stalls set up their wares.
Gaming Club hosts League of Legends Qualifiers
October 20th, 2018: Players from all over Dubai gathered on campus to compete one-on-one in the popular MOBA game “League of Legends” in an attempt to reach the finals. Hosted by Red Bull as their 3rd solo tournament “Red Bull Player One”, the tournament seeks to bring together players from all over the United Arab Emirates in a bid to promote gaming culture.
Fusion Band “Sentimental Rage” Dazzles at CUD!
October 23rd, 2018: Performing live at the Red Theater was Ahmad Radaydeh’s innovative fusion band, “Sentimental Rage.”
Top Students Expand Their Horizons at GITEX Tech Exhibition
October 16th, 2018: Top CUD students in E-Business and Accounting paid a visit to the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) at the World Trade Center in a bid to expand their horizons and introduce themselves to new emergent technology destined to shape their future career directions. Accompanied by Dr. Anas...
CUD Student Duo Win Funding for Environmental Health Project
October 15th, 2018 World Trade Centre: Two of Canadian University Dubai’s most talented and inventive Environmental Health students participated in the “Seeds of the Future” competition hosted by Huawei. They competed against 50 other inventors vying for worldwide recognition and were awarded funding of AED 25,000 to bring their project...
Department of Public Health
CUD Research on Autism Published in World Class Journal
A scientific investigation conducted by one of Canadian University Dubai’s research teams has been published in the September volume of one of the world’s most prestigious scientific journals, the International Journal of Medical Informatics (or IJMI).
Costumes, Lights, and Music amid CUD’s Fame-Themed Welcome Back Party
October 2,2018, Hall B Atrium: Our students got together to celebrate their return to campus with a creative twist!
North American College President Talks about Opportunities in Canada
October 2nd, CUD Red Theatre: Mr. Liaquat A. Shakoori, President of North American College of Information Technology and President of Global Channels Inc., a leading organization in the field of workforce development, addressed our students on a number of important topics relating to international students studying and working in Canada.
CUD Professor Recognized by Eminent Educational Awarding Body
October1st, 2018: Professor Adel Ben Mnaouer from CUD’s Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Sciences has been awarded“ Best Professor in Computer Engineering Networking” This award is presented to an individual who has crafted leadership with his/her work and thinking and indicates excellence in application of leadership principles to business...
Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Sciences
CUD-hosts first Falling Walls Lab in the Middle East
October 1st, 2018: The first Falling Walls Lab in the Middle East was hosted by the Canadian University Dubai who were selected among 50 international locations to play host to the 2018 edition of the competition, Falling Walls is a global innovation challenge which aims to identify ground-breaking ideas and nurture high potential talent.
Department of Communication and Media
CUD to Spearhead SAP Innovation in UAE
September 2018: Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) the German based Company specializing in data processing announced the opening of a new “SAP Next-Gen Chapter” at Canadian University Dubai, designating us as a lighthouse campus which aims to support educational institutions across the UAE in the SAP Next-Gen innovation with purpose network.
CUD student honoured for air monitoring innovation
September 27th, 2018: A graduate student from CUD has been honoured by the Supreme Commander of Dubai Police, Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, for creating an innovative device that analyses air quality and helps asthma and allergy sufferers avoid contaminated areas.
Determined Ones Continue to Demonstrate their Skills
September 27, 2018; Dubai EnSENble is the UAE’s first choir for the ‘Determined Ones’ are now based in CUD.
Senior Engineering Students Organize Event to Welcome Freshers
27th September 2018, Hall C: Senior students from the Departments of Engineering and Computational Science got together to present a warm and homely welcome party for CUD’s engineering Freshers. During the event, the engineering department wasted no time introducing their various clubs.
Cosmo’s Annual Campus Tour Visits CUD
September 25th, 2018: The outside of CUD’s Hall C was transformed from a humble car park to a grand, sensational, and very pink party. Hosted by Steff Hawker, event producer for Cosmopolitan’s campus-to-campus roadshow in association with their sponsor, Victoria’s Secret’s Pink, the event attracted both male and female students...
Dental Care Specialists visit Campus
September 25th, 2018: As a part of their mission to promote dental health awareness, Mint Dental Care, a Dubai-based clinic visited our campus for free dental consultations, offer gift vouchers, and provide specialist advice.