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September 27th, 2023 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) and the Architectural Heritage and Antiquities Department (AHAD) of Dubai Municipality, collaborated to celebrate ‘World Tourism Day’ at the vibrant CUD City Walk campus.

September 25th, 2023 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai's School of Management hosted dynamic businessman, author, and consultant, Prof. Lars Kolind; at an inspiring student business breakfast event in the vibrant City Walk. Dr. Dima Jamali, the Dean of the School of Management, opened the event with a warm welcome.

September 21st, 2023 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is exceptionally proud of alumna, Mariya Ghanchi, who received the prestigious ‘Highly Commended’ award for the ‘Student Interior Design Concept of the Year’, at the Commercial Interior Design (CID) Awards 2023, for Middle East and North Africa.

September 21st, 2023 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) and The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library made their collaborations official, at the event of the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement represents the meaningful union of educational institutions and resources, focused on enhancing academic excellence and research endeavours.

September 20th, 2023 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Yet another achievement as a Canadian University Dubai (CUD) student secures a placement through the diligent efforts of CUD's Career Services and Internship Office. Athiq Syed is completing his Bachelor of Arts in Communication - Digital Media and Journalism Program at CUD and successfully completed an internship at The Weber Shandwick Collective (TWSC).

September 5th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, two graduates of Canadian University Dubai (CUD), Mr. Muhammad Manji and Mr. Danish Nanji, are the visionary minds behind the thriving 'Automyze Fulfillment Center'. Automyze offers one-stop comprehensive logistics solutions to small and medium-sized e-commerce brands pursuing efficient warehousing and logistics services in the United Arab Emirates. Founder & CEO of Automyze, Mr. Muhammad Manji, a BBA in E-Business graduate from CUD, and Head of Operations of Automyze, Mr. Danish Nanji, from CUD's BBA in International Business, are expanding the enterprise, one order at a time.

August 30th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: What a fantastic start to the new academic year! Students kicked off the new academic year with fun activities and energetic performances from the Music and Dance Society, all the while signing up for different clubs and societies. They got to explore a wide range of options – from dance and music to wellness, motor, sports, environmental, robotics, psychology, and more – with over 15 diverse clubs at CUD.

August 24th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: Exciting Kickoff at Canadian University Dubai’s Student Orientation Day. Dr. Rami El Khatib, Dean of Student Affairs, opened the event with an inspiring welcome speech. The vibrant campus buzzed with excitement as students engaged in informative workshops, took part in campus tours, received academic guidance and enjoyed lots of fun activities!

August 23rd, 2023, Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai Welcomes New Staff and Faculty. An enthusiastic start to the new semester at Canadian University Dubai as we warmly welcomed exceptional new members to our Staff and Faculty!

Manjari Tiwari, a pioneering student from Canadian University Dubai's (CUD) MBA program transitions to Canada to complete her MBA studies. Following a year in CUD's Master of Business Administration in General Management, Manjari smoothly transferred to the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Canada to continue studying for her MBA.

August 17th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has been named the number one ranked higher education institution in Dubai for the third consecutive year in the recent QS World University Rankings for 2024. The institution also remains Dubai’s top university according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for 2023.

July 25th, 2023, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) congratulates Bhaanvi Rai for receiving the esteemed Sir Howard Douglas Award from the University of New Brunswick (UNB), in Canada. Bhaanvi’s educational pursuit began in India and later led her to join CUD in the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.). Subsequently, she successfully completed her first year of university education in 2020 at CUD’s School of Management, studying BBA in Accounting and Finance and the credits were transferred to her bachelor’s degree program at the UNB.

July 8th – 10th, 2023, City Walk, Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) hosted its first 3-day Summer Camp at its expanded campus in City Walk. The Summer Camp was exclusively designed for high school students, aligning with CUD’s commitment to driving education within the community. The Summer Camp offered an interactive learning setting, facilitating six practical workshops for the students to actively participate in.

July 5th, 2023, Dubai UAE: Students at Canadian University Dubai (CUD) have been discovering the rich history and culture of Canada as part of an immersive program of activities to explore the country’s lifestyle and heritage. Led by Ms. Sanaz Sotoudeh, CUD’s resident international concert pianist and lecturer, performances from Canadian artists complement in-curriculum classes, to broaden students’ cultural perspectives and prepare them for future life and work in Canada.

June 26th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: An initiative led by students at Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is promoting a culture of happiness and positivity on campus, through a range of weekly activities that aim to inspire self-awareness, personal reflection, and mental and physical well-being. Led by the university’s student Wellness Society, the Wellness Wednesdays program encourages participants to focus on self-care amid the growing pressures young people are facing in daily life.

June 16th, 2023, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Canadian University Dubai's (CUD) School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology; had the honour of co-hosting the International Online Conference, in collaboration with Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar in India. This online conference, titled ‘Emerging Trends in Energy Systems and Applications: Modelling, Simulation, and Optimization of Energy Systems (MSOES) 2023’, took place June 17th to 18th, 2023.

June 16th, 2023, Dubai (UAE): The Engineering graduation projects were showcased at an event organized by the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology; at the Canadian University Dubai (CUD). As part of the graduation program requirement, each group comprised of a multi-disciplinary team that presented their respective projects.

June 20th, 2023, Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has set out to nurture the next generation of environment and health management changemakers, with a revamped curriculum that aims to support the Government’s ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision. The Bachelor of Science in Public Health program has been built to align with the nation’s goals for the coming decade, with two concentrations in the disciplines of Health Administration and Environmental Health Management.

Shannaiah Inocencio's journey advancement from a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology graduate to a full-time faculty member in the Psychology Department at Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is a testament to her passion for psychology. Her commitment to psychology education is driven by the desire to enable students to gain a comprehensive understanding of themselves and others, empowering them to positively impact the world. Shannaiah shares her journey and the valuable teachings that played a role.

Dubai shines as a global hub, attracting countless visitors from around the world. The vibrant city is recognized for international business opportunities, towering skyscrapers that defy limits, and a culture that embraces innovation and the evolving digital world.

Canadian University Dubai's (CUD) Faculty of Management recently organized two student educational tours. These exclusive and informative tours took CUD’s students to two prestigious and well-renowned hotels in Dubai, namely the La Ville Hotel and Suites located in City Walk, and the Palazzo Versace. Through these tours, CUD’s students were given a unique opportunity to explore the practical side of the business world and apply the theories they learned during class.

Canadian University Dubai (CUD), together with 112 regional and international higher education institutions participated in the annual Global Education & Training Exhibition (GETEX), which was held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 26th – 28th April 2023. Under the Patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan bin Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member and UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and joined by Mr. Buti Saeed Al Ghandi, Chancellor of CUD, and Professor Karim Chelli, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUD, among other delegates, GETEX is a premier event in the region that brings together students, parents, and educators to explore opportunities for higher education and training.

Dubai, March 16th, 2023: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) organized and hosted the annual 'Industry Career Fair & Networking Event', which welcomed over 30 national and international organizations. The event's primary objective was to facilitate meaningful interactions and exchanges between CUD’s students, graduates and potential employers. The fair showcased various employment, part-time work, and internship opportunities available to both current students and graduates.

Dubai, March 21st, 2023: As part of her self-discovery journey, Fouzia Lkbiech earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Digital Media and Journalism degree from Canadian University Dubai (CUD). Her studies fuelled her career during her journey of digital marketing, enlightening her entrepreneurial spirit, and eventually finding fulfilment in building a prosperous digital marketing enterprise.

Dubai, March 9th, 2023: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) International Cultural Day festival showcased the diversity of its community. The event, organized by CUD's Student Council, brought together students from 16 countries to exhibit their unique cultures, traditions, and customs.