Sharjah honors charitable partnerships to enhance the future of education

Sharjah, May 9 / WAM / The American University of Sharjah honored a group of donors and friends of the university who contributed to supporting scholarships, professorship chairs, research initiatives, and university campus development projects, during a special event organized yesterday on the campus, in the presence of Sheikha Badour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the University.

The meeting came to celebrate the impact of institutional giving in supporting students’ success and promoting academic innovation, as the university affirmed its deep commitment to building confidence -based partnerships, common values, and sustainable influence “In the American University in Sharjah, the tender is not seen as a temporary contribution, but rather a long -term partnership relationship aimed at creating real difference. The university seeks, through this approach, to show Results as a clear contribution, honoring their owners, and enhancing the ongoing relationship with every donor, based on her belief that supporting education is a transformative tool that leaves a renewed impact. “

Sheikha Badour Al Qasimi said: At the American University of Sharjah, he looks at charitable work as a firm embodiment of the belief in the power of education in the change industry. We don’t have an extension of a firm tradition that began with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and is still renewed today at every opportunity that we provide for our students for learning, growth, and leadership. What we celebrate with the achievements of Hoshir is evidence of what can be achieved when we invest in people as we invest in institutions.

The event gathered a number of influential personalities, graduates, partners, and university friends whose support was a major payment force for the university’s march, most notably Sir Magdy Yaqoub, global heart surgeon and a symbol of humanitarian giving symbols, who was a guest of honor in the event, stressing the common values ​​of mercy, education, and community service that brings together the university and its community.

The event was moderated by Dr. Jacomo Kyuza, a professor of political science at the university, and Professor Al -Kursi for the Christian Professor Sir Issa Saleh Al -Gurg, “stressing the strength of partnerships in supporting academic life.

Sheikha Badour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi gave a welcome speech, stressing that the university bears the responsibility of creating a comprehensive educational environment, stimulating innovation, and preparing the next generation of makers of change, in partnership with the donor community who believe in the importance of education as a driving force for development.

The donors were invited to write their personal messages in the “Book of Memories”, which was specially developed to document this moment, and they also reviewed an exhibition that highlights research student projects, creative works, and initiatives in the field of sustainability, which were implemented thanks to the charitable support that the university received.

The event witnessed the honoring of Sheikha Badour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi and Dr. Tod Lorsen, Director of the American University, for donors, in appreciation of their contributions to support the university’s march. Their university giving provided the expansion of educational opportunities, enhancing the capabilities of the members of the teaching staff, and activating student projects centered on the needs and goals of students.

Dr. Larson said: We believe at the American University of Sharjah that excellence in education and research cannot achieve on our own, but rather through strategic partnerships with those who share our faith in our mission. We are grooming are growth engines, who enable us to push innovation forward, expand the scope of access, and strengthen the impact of the university locally and globally.

The honor included various contributions, including support for scholarships, the establishment of professors, Zakat -based giving, naming facilities, souvenir seats, and memorial tree initiatives.

Among the most prominent paragraphs of the event was a dialogue session that brought together Sir Magdy Yaqoub and His Excellency in Jafar, the Special Envoy for Business and Charitable Affairs in the UAE. The session dealt with the broader role of giving in stimulating progress at the level of education, health care and society, while highlighting the importance of organized institutional charitable work, and the role of long -term investment in building strong institutions capable of resilience.

Sir Majdi Yaqoub said: It is extremely influential to stand among individuals who realize that the pillars of the booming community are education, innovation, and compassion. Through this event, we celebrate those whose bid extends beyond the present moment, and leaves a permanent effect for future generations.

His Excellency Badr Jaafar shed light on the discussion of the pivotal role of charitable work directed towards education when it is integrated into strong institutional partnerships.

He said that charitable work reaches its highest impact when it is part of an integrated system in which donors, institutions and innovators cooperate to achieve a sustainable impact. In the UAE, we are proud of a possible environment for such cooperation, and the community of donors at the American University in Sharjah is an example to be followed in this field. Their commitment contributes to activating the full capabilities of education as an engine for comprehensive growth and the ability to adapt in the long run.

The event included the premiere of a short film entitled “The Impact of Giving”, which reviewed influential stories for students and graduates supporting donor support in enabling them to succeed and excel in their academic and professional lives.

For its part, Reem Bardan, Executive Director of the Development Office and Graduate Affairs at the university, said: Today we celebrate a community of individuals who believed in the American University in Sharjah, and their belief had a direct role in formulating the opportunities we present to our students. Their continuous support gives us the ability to dream more, aspire to be further, and expand from the impact of our educational mission for future generations.

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