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CUD and Dubai Design Fashion Council join forces
CUD and Dubai Design and Fashion Council have come together to promote the engagement of young, emerging talent in the development of Dubai’s growing, world-class design community.
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Belgian Ambassador visits CUD
Her Excellency Dominique Mineur, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium, has paid a visit to CUD to view an exhibition by the University’s new artist in residence, Francoise Palsterman.
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CUD hosts inaugural school robotics competition
A team from Pristine Private School has triumphed in the inaugural edition of the CUD High School Robo Challenge, hosted recently on campus by the School of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology.
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Big business seeks top talent at CUD career fair
More than 20 international corporations and UAE-based companies have been seeking out the next generation of young professionals ready to make their mark in the regional workforce at the CUD annual career fair hosted recently on campus.
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CUD partners with Wilfrid Laurier University
CUD has embarked upon a five-year partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada, to collaborate on curriculum development and student transfer initiatives in the fields of health and social sciences.
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English lecturer presents at TESOL Arabia 2017
Ms. Claire Roberts, has shared her expertise in overcoming the challenges of Academic English tuition, during the annual TESOL Arabia International Conference and Exhibition, held recently in Dubai.
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Classroom lesson inspires students’ good deed
Students from Canadian University Dubai (CUD) have been inspired by a classroom lesson in ethical reasoning to use their learning in support of the local community.
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CUD team wins second robotics challenge
A team of students from CUD has triumphed in the UAE national finals of the GCC Robotics Challenge for the second year in a row.
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Students take on $10,000 design challenge
Students from the School of Architecture and Design at CUD have been exclusively invited to compete for a $10,000 prize fund in the recently launched KOA Canvas project design competition.
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Success for CUD sports teams at GMU festival
Teams from CUD have scored more successes in the latest inter-university sports festival, hosted recently by Gulf Medical University.
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IEEE student branch tours leading tech labs
Members of the IEEE Student Branch at CUD have been given an exclusive insight into some of the innovations emerging from leading international technology labs, as part of two recent site visits by the newly-established group.
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Health students hear from DHA on 2021 strategy
Students from the School of Public Health & Health Sciences at CUD have heard from Dr. Mazin A. Gadir, Senior Specialist at Dubai Health Authority (DHA), about the organization’s five-year strategic development plan for the City.
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Lifestyle change leads graduate to triathlon success
CUD graduate, Mohammed Kasim, has once again proved the power of determination, completing the ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi following his incredible journey to lose 100kg in weight.
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Agriculture innovation wins social impact challenge
An affordable hydroponic system to produce fresh, home-grown crops has emerged as the winner of the 2017 Ryerson Global Innovation Challenge (RGIC), conducted by Ryerson University in collaboration with CUD.
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Communication students engage with industry
Students from the School of Communication & Media Studies at CUD have taken part in two recent visits to experience different aspects of communications and to interact with professionals in the industry.
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Students learn to humanize design
Students in the School of Architecture & Design have heard from Mr. Omar Delawar, Chief Project Officer at Dubai-based developers, Meraas, about integrating lifestyle considerations into contemporary urban design.
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CUD team wins inter-university football tournament
CUD men’s football team has triumphed in a nail-biting penalty shootout to take the title at the 4th Skyline Inter-University Sports Festival.
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Media students meet industry experts at WAN-IFRA
Students from the School of Communication & Media Studies at CUD have heard from leading media experts about the future of the industry at the 12th edition of the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers Middle East Conference, held recently in Dubai.
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Graduate students visit Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange
A delegation of 30 students and faculty members from the School of Graduate Studies at CUD has paid a visit to the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange, to gain a firsthand insight into the operations of the Capital’s financial hub.
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April Events:
Student Success Workshops
Throughout April
The Student Success Centre will be conducting a number of free student workshops during April. See the schedule and workshop descriptions or contact liesel.elges@cud.ac.ae for more information. |
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Art-X-Press Week
9th - 13th April
Express yourself through poetry, photography, short movies or art during Art-X-Press Week. Contact foteini@cud.ac.ae for more information. |
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CIMA Information Session
11th April, 12pm, Red Theatre
Business students can find out more about how to obtain CIMA exemptions, gain dual qualifications and access exclusive discounts. Contact ikhlaas@cud.ac.ae for further information. |
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Movie Night
12th April
Enjoy a relaxing evening with friends and watch a film at our movie night. Contact studentcouncil@cud.ac.ae for further information. |
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Interior Design Days
11th - 13th April, Hall C
Join us as we celebrate the talent of our students with design exhibitions and workshops. Contact serkan@cud.ac.ae for further information. |
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International Culture Day
20th April
Join us to celebrate the many cultures represented at CUD through music, dance, fashion and more. Contact foteini@cud.ac.ae for more information. |
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The New Desert Landscape Workshop
17th April 1:45pm - 5.30pm, Red Theatre
Join a gathering of professionals and students in a thought-provoking discussion on the future of the Gulf Region landscape and the role of architects in achieving this vision. Contact foteini@cud.ac.ae for more information. |
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2017 Graduation
26th April
CUD will be celebrating its seventh annual convocation ceremony. Visit www.cud.ac.ae/graduation for further information. Attendance by invitation only. |
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