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Distinguished I.E.E.E Lecturer Delivers Seminal Talk

December 6th 2018, CUD Red Theatre: Prof. Jalel Ben Othman, Distinguished Lecturer from the University of Paris 13, France and a representative of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), delivered a Seminal Talk entitled “DoS in VANETs, An Issue or a Fatality”

School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology
Department of Computer Engineering and Computational Sciences
Canadian Nursery Dubai Touche à Tout Holds Grand Opening Ceremony

Canadian Nursery Dubai Touche à Tout Holds Grand Opening Ceremony December 5th, 2018, CND Nursery: A large number of visitors from both within the university and beyond attended the opening ceremony in the grounds of the newly launched Canadian Nursery Dubai (CND), Touche à Tout. There was a host of...

CUD Observes Commemoration Day

November 29th, 2018: Members of the CUD family consisting of staff, students and faculty assembled at the front of the University to mark UAE Commemoration Day. Commemoration Day recognizes the sacrifices and dedication of Emirati martyrs and honours those who have given their lives in the UAE and abroad in...

CUD Hosts Second Gala Concert Featuring Dubai EnSENble Choir and UAE Philharmonic Orchestra

November 23rd, 2018, CUD Red Theatre : A Grand Gala Concert featuring the U.A.E Philharmonic Orchestra and Dubai EnSENble, the U.A.E’s first choir for determined ones, together with guest choirs and musicians was held in front of a very appreciative audience. The concert was the choir’s second appearance accompanied by...

CUD Family Celebrate National Day

November 28th, 2018 CUD Red Theatre : Students, faculty and staff of Canadian University Dubai came together in a celebration of the UAE’s culture and heritage and to mark 47th UAE National Day 2018, in the year of Zayed, the Founding Father of our Nation. National Day marks the anniversary...

Environmental Students Visit Dubai Hazardous Waste Facility

October 17th, 2018: As part of their course,students from Management of Domestic and Hazardous Waste (ENV 407) class visited Dubai’s Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility, accompanied by Course Lecturer Mr. Rashed Karkain. During the visit, the students were briefed by the officials responsible for the operation and management of the facility...

School of Communication and Creative Industries
Department of Public Health
CUD Motor Club Goes Full-Throttle at the Gulf Car Festival

15 – 17th November, 2018: Around 5,000 people attended this year’s Gulf Car Festival, one of the biggest ever to be held in Dubai. They were treated to the simultaneous roar of 1200 engines heard throughout Dubai Festival City and beyond. Mo Money, one of the influencers at the Festival,...

CUD Health Professor Addresses Health Conference

November 7th and 8th, 2018: Dr Ahmad Okasha, Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental health Sciences addressed the 5th Health Insurance Conference "Innovation in Healthcare Insurance” in Dubai. Dr. Okasha talked about diagnostic related groups (DRGs) international implementations, what health insurance companies can expect, and how they can be...

School of Communication and Creative Industries
Department of Public Health
CUD Signs Landmark MOU with RAKEZ

November 20th, 2018 CUD Boardroom: Representatives from Canadian University Dubai and Ras Al Kaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) signed an MOU to establish formal links between the two organizations. The MOU will provide benefits for both parties by encouraging the development of SME entrepreneurship in the UAE. The collaboration with RAKEZ...

Ajman Police honors CUD Professor for her efforts to support the happiness of the customers.

November 12th, 2018; The Ajman Police General headquarters honored Dr. Wided Al-Dafri, Associate Professor in the Department of Communications for her work with two female police officers, Corporal / Fathia Sohrab Al Zarouni and Sergeant Fatima Rashed Bin Zayed. Dr. Wided was selected by the Ministry of Interior as one...

School of Communication and Creative Industries
Department of Communication and Media
CUD Alumna Participates in AYIMUN

3rd – 6th November, 2018: The Asia Youth International Model United Nations, held in Bangkok, Thailand, was home to over 1000 delegates from across the Globe. Among the delegates was our very own Alumna Rahaf Al Saif, who participated in the debate representing the Kingdom of Jordan. As a delegate...

Student Affairs
CUD Hosts Exciting Robotics Competition:

November 19th, 2018, Hall B CUD: A record number of competitors took part in CUD’s Annual High School Robotics Competition organized by the Department of Electrical Engineering. A total of 44 students representing ten teams from four leading High Schools in Dubai took part in a fiercely fought competition over...

Department of Electrical Engineering
CUD Basketball Team Takes Home Gold

November 17th, 2018: In an incredibly intense contest at the Aktive Nation Sports Center, a CUD team squared off against Rochester Institute of Technology competing the gold at the DIAC Sports Club. With the clock running down and the score even, one last burst of energy carried our team to...

Student Affairs
Alumni Panel Inspires Young Students with Careers Advice

November 7th, 2018, Hall C: Students gathered to listen to CUD’s Alumni providing invaluable advice on how to prepare themselves for their chosen career. Each panel was moderated by a lecturer, and attended by representatives from our alumni. Ms. Chloe Bennet, Head of Interior Design, served as moderator for the...

Student Affairs
High Level Chinese Delegation Visits CUD

November 7th, 2018 Canadian University Dubai: A delegation of sixteen Senior Chinese executives attended a workshop entitled “UAE Investment Landscape” facilitated by the University in collaboration with Oriental Wise Educational Consulting FZ-LLC and delivered by the Faculty of Management.

School of Management
“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...

Student Affairs
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...

Learning Resource Centre
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...

Undergraduate
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...

Community Outreach
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...

Student Affairs
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...

Department of Architecture
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.

Student Affairs