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AUS Media Clippings Newspaper Clippings of American University of Sharjah 28 August, 2014

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Campus Colors Hunar Gallery's group exhibition of student drawings and paintings came and went like a beautiful shower of talent and color. Starring in the show were students of the American University of Sharjah 'AUS'. The Dubai gallery announced it was indeed pleased to showcase the works of those who elected to study drawing and painting to complement their area of degree specialization.

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The Gulf Today - Time Out

Eid retains its joy, although traditions have changed Waking up to the smell of traditional Eid biscuits being baked and the call to prayer and the excitement of wearing new clothes for Eid are memories many cherish and are still keen to relive with their families during the celebrations. On Eid, the 6am Eid prayers usually mark the beginning of the three-day celebrations after 30 days of fasting. Eid rituals and traditions often include serving traditional sweets, biscuits and desserts, wearing new clothes, and gathering with family and friends to share the joy. Home visits, barbeques and the tradition of giving Eid money known as ‘Eidiya’ to children are also popular customs practised by many cultures. Amily, who attends the American University of Sharjah, said she is excited to be going home to Kuwait to celebrate Eid with her family, relatives and friends.

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Gulf News

Opportunities Abound for Mars Probe Launch The UAE's space programme could inspire innovation and spur further diversification of the country's economy. A mission to Mars would promote a focus on making breakthroughs in the development of new technologies, which could be patented and sold to foreign space agencies. It could also inspire thousands of Emiratis to pursue careers in the space industry, opening the door to new research bodies and university courses in aerospace engineering.

Robert Zubrin, the president of the Mars Society, said the government was encouraging Emiratis to "become a pioneer and an explorer of newworlds". The UAE has invested Dh20 billion in space technology, through the Emirates Institute for Advanced Science and Technology in Dubai, and Al Yah Satellite and Al Thuraya Satellite Telecommunications in Abu Dhabi. Strata, a Mubadala Aerospace subsidiary in Abu Dhabi, provides parts for global aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus. There's a lot of demand from initiatives like the UAE Space Agency, Eiast, YahSat and Thuraya, as well as non-space programmes like Strata, Emirates Nuclear and DEWA. Published on: Section: Page:

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The National

Social media rumour mongers warned UAE authorities have warned that posting or sharing unverified information on social media sites is a criminal offence punishable by law with fines and jail terms. The law exists now and will be strictly enforced to stop the spread of false information.UAE has been running a sustained campaign to create awareness about such pitfalls of social media. Lt Colonel Awad Saleh Al Kindi, Editor-in-Chief of 999, the official Ministry of Interior Magazine, said: “There have been cases in the past where residents caught using social media to spread malicious rumours faced jail term or fine, or both. The UAE authorities will seriously deal with false news spread via social media harming UAE society.’’Under Federal Legal Decree No 5 for 2012 on combating cybercrimes, spreading rumours “damaging social peace and public order” and causing damage to “national peace” empowers the UAE government to prosecute concerned individuals.

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Western accents favoured, poll finds Almost 70 per cent of UAE residents who took part in a Gulf News poll believe that people who speak with a western accent are valued more in the UAE than those who don't. Of the 1,882 people who responded to a poll asking if society in the UAE views people who have western (British or American accents) as more educated or at an advantage, 69 per cent said yes.

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Staff crisis hits higher education data centre A nationwide project to collect crucial data about higher education has stalled after three of its four staff left.

Education researchers and policy makers have voiced their dismay over the staffing problems affecting the Centre for Higher Education Data and Statistics. Education professionals say they now have to find the information themselves, which is not the best use of their time. Dr Fatima Badry of the American University of Sharjah said: "As a researcher on education policy and the effectiveness of reforms in higher education I have spent an enormous amount of time searching websites of each university to get basic information on such issues as enrolment numbers, percentages of nationals in each institution by college or major, information about faculty and top administration backgrounds, expenditure on research, and so on.

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The National

SEWA Honours 27 Newly Acquired Masters Graduates Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) honoured 27 of its staff members who acquired a master’s degree from several universities. Chairman of SEWA Dr Eng Rashid al-Lim honoured the master’s degree holders from the University of Sharjah, American University of Sharjah (AUS), University of the UAE and some other world universities to encourage the ongoing educational development practice and skills and competencies development of the staff programme.

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The Gulf Today

Al Thuriah launches two towers in Sharjah Al Thuriah , a leading service provider to the real estate and construction industry, recently announced two big milestones - Firstly, the Sahara 3 Tower will be completed ahead of schedule and ready for occupancy by residents, before the end of 2014; secondly, the company has announced the construction of two more high-rise residential towers Sahara 4 and Sahara 5. The new towers will be located in the Sahara Complex, which is an ideal location at the border between Sharjah and Dubai. Considered the gateway to Sharjah; the towers will be easily accessible and will have three hospitals, more than 10 schools and Sahara Mall in the vicinity. The towers are strategically placed to offer proximity to major landmarks like Dubai International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, American University of Sharjah, etc.

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Gulf Property

Ajman mosques 'too crowded' Answering the call to prayer five times a day is a must for devout Muslims, but finding space to worship in the rapidly growing neighbourhoods of Ajman can be difficult. The General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowment ( Afwaq) opened 12 mosques in Ajman last year, including the Sultan Al Suwaidi mosque that can accommodate 700 worshippers. Syrian Firas Kiftaro, 24, a teaching assistant at the American University of Sharjah, attends the Al Ameri mosque, but said he was often forced to pray outside.

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The National

AUS an important destination of choice for students in region Professor Kevin Mitchell, Interim Provost of the American University of Sharjah, UAE discusses the GCC higher education sector in an interview with the Arab Times, assessing its growth trajectory and competitiveness while examining issues of enrolment, infrastructure and impact.

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Arab Times

The Design Team Having met at the American University of Sharjah, Emirati citizens Maryam Alsuwaidi and Sulaiman Althehli's tale of career and companionship is an inspiring story. Althehli comes from a family heavily involved in business and knew that he always wanted to start his own company.

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Commercial Interior Design

You can be punished for spreading rumours' The Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority has said that Mars, Snickers and Galaxy Milk drinks are all non-toxic and safe. The statement was made by the regulatory authority in response to rumours circulating on the social media calling the products harmful to health. Rumours like these begin as a small wisp of smoke from an irresponsible source and soon turn into a fire as social media denizens fan the flames by forwarding the message without checking its veracity, says Fadi Aloul, head of computer engineering and cyber security at the American University of Sharjahm, cautioning UAE residents from the after-effects of the irresponsible spread of unverified messages.

As compared to earlier times when we had 'snail mail' it is very easy for people to mass forward a message on Twitter, Facebook or other social media platforms without so much as giving it a thought.

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Gulf News

Innovative mobile app I'm a computer engineering senior at the American University of Sharjah. I was born in Qatar and have lived most of my life here. I'm now an intern at Microsoft Qatar and have been given a project in which I have to develop a mobile application that could benefit people. I have seen how Qatar was in 1991 and how it has been developing exponentially through the years, that makes me really motivated to try and be part of this development. That is how I have come up with the idea of "Musaada" a mobile application that allows people in Qatar to send requests to police, ambulance, towing services and the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning.

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Amy Miranda While making sure that everything inside the house in order being a wife and mom to two kids, Amy Miranda, 40, still sees to it that she excel in the profession her mother dreamt for her. Miranda was also able to impart knowledge among fellow healthcare service workers and staffs from American University of Sharjah (University Health Center) for a year and became Nurse Manager from April 2013 to date.

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Kabayan Weekly

Soaring High: Reema Al Marzooqi A DEDICATED WIFE AND MOTHER, Reema is a firm believer that, "In life. nothing comes easy. If you want to achieve something, you have to work really hard to get it. Upon meeting Reema - warm and welcoming as she is, it is easy to see that the lady in charge means business. Joining Emirates because of her passion for aviation and travel, as well as an interest in Human Resources, Reema's current post - which she got after eight months (most candidates get to this level only after few years) consists of managing the entire operations for the airline company in Bahrain. She oversees five heads of department namely: Revenue, Sales & Marketing, Ticketing & Reservations, Cargo Services and Airport Management - a hefty responsibility, but Reema has found a way to gain the respect and commitment from those around her. She tells us that this may be down to her leadership style: "I am not a micro manager - instead I do macro management. I trust my team — in their skills and abilities - to do the best job that they can. My role is to ensure that I get the best out of each and every member of my team.

From obtaining her Business Administration degree from the American University of Sharjah, UAE, to getting two masters degrees in Psychology and Human resources from University of Western Sydney - Reema has built a career that's been rather remarkable.

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DC's educational prog sees first batch of graduates Mr. Butti Abdullah Al Jumairi Executive Director, Human Resources, Administrative and Financial Affairs witnessed a graduation ceremony for the first batch of graduates for the Dubai Customs Graduate Programme, a programme available for nationals to enrol in universities and attain higher degrees of study. On this occasion Mr. Butti expressed his joy and pride for the graduates achievements and the programme's impressive results since its launch in 2012. He stressed the importance of developing nationals and its role in achieving global competitiveness and overall meeting the strategic objectives of Dubai Customs. Mr. Butti Al Jumairi hon- THE GULF TIME DUBAI oured the graduates with Certificates of Appreciation, the first batch of graduates are Mr. Saeed Khalil Al Bannai- Mr. Butti Abdullah Al Jumairi honouring one of the graduates. Manager, Payments Section, who earned a Master's of Financial Management from the Canadian University in Dubai with honors, and Mr. Mohammed Butti Balaouhh - Senior Development Officer, he attained a Master's of Business Administration from the Canadian University in Dubai. It is worth mentioning that since the start of the programme four employees successfully received an academic grant for the academic year 2012-2013 and nine employees for the year 20132014 to enroll in a bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programmes in various disciplines such as law, engineering management, financial management, business administration and information technology based on terms that have been developed according local and international education standards to develop the human cadres at Dubai Customs. Furthermore, Dubai Customs works with a number of prestigious educational institutes across the UAE which are American University of Sharjah, Emirates University, Zayed University, Khalifa University of Science, Higher Institute of Technology, Sharjah University, Dubai University, Canadian University, Wollongong University, The Police Academy, Hamadan bin Mohamad E-University, Ajman University, Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, American University in Dubai, and lastly The British University. For the year 2012-2013 a total of 10 employees signed up for the programme in which four enrolled in bachelors programmes, and four in masters programmes, and the remaining two employees were part of the graduating batch this year, both attained their master's degrees from the Canadian University of Dubai. For the year 2013-2014, a number of seven employees applied for the programme, 3 for the bachelors, 3 for the masters and one for the doctoral programme.

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The Gulf Time

UAE winners of the final British Council Entrepreneurship award The final award winner of the year-long British Council Young Creative Entrepreneurship Award series has been announced as Meitha Al Mazrooei, founder and editor of WTD Magazine, an architecture and design publication based in Dubai. Meitha presented her business pitch to three industry expert judges at the A4 Space in Alserkal Avenue and was unanimously chosen as the most deserving recipient of the award to represent the UAE along with other global winners during the UK industry tour in September. After graduating from the American University of Sharjah in 2010, Meitha worked towards realising the production of WTD Magazine and describes it as "an architecture and design publication which acts as an essential component of design discourse in the Middle East."

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The Gulf Time

Emirati woman receives business award The final award winner of the yearlong British Council Young Creative Entrepreneurship Award series has been announced as Meitha Al Mazrooei, founder and editor of WTD Magazine, an architecture and design publication based in Dubai. Meitha presented her business pitch to three industry expert judges at the A4 Space in Alserkal Avenue and was unanimously chosen as the most deserving recipient of the award to represent the UAE along with other global winners during the UK industry tour in September.

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The Gulf Today

Emirati students join programme at "Al Maktoum Institute" in Scotland A delegation of female Emirati students has left for Al Maktoum College of Higher Education Scotland to take part in the comprehensive summer academic programme, which includes workshops, dialogue sessions, and trips. The delegation includes students from the American University of Sharjah (AUS).

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Al Bayan

19th women’s leadership course launched The Scotland-based Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education has launched the 19th edition of its programme on multiculturalism and leadership skills for 56 female students from nine UAE universities and colleges as well as five employees from Dubai Courts. The 56 participants are students at Abu Dhabi University, The American University in Dubai, The British University in Dubai, American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, the Dubai-based College of Islamic and Arabic Studies, and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT).

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Al Emarat Al Youm - Dubai

Sharjah Development Forum concludes program at AUS The Sharjah Development Forum wrapped up at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) the international program aimed at defining the principles of creativity and innovation Published on: Section: Edition: Page:

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Al Khaleej

STF concludes program The Sharjah Tatweer Forum (STF) , has concluded a one-day certified program , in introducing concepts of innovation and creativity , as well as its impact on the institutes .

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Sharjah Ruler performs Eid al-Fitr Prayer, receives wellwishers H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah performed today at Al Badea Mussalla, Sharjah, Eid al-Fitr prayer along with H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah.Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adviser to the Sharjah Ruler's office, Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adviser at the Sharjah Ruler's Office, Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Sea Ports and Customs, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Corporation, Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs, other Sheikhs, ministers, top officials in Sharjah, dignitaries and worshippers from Arab and Islamic communities.Sharjah Ruler attended Eid al-Fitr Sermon, which was delivered

by Sheikh Aziz Farhan Al Anzi, who urged worshippers to follow the teachings of Islam and the Sunnat (Course) of Prophet Mohammed Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH), calling on them to further continue performing the directives and guides of the Holy Month of Ramadan. He also explained to the audience Eid manners and benefits of Zakat al-Fitr.Al Anzi also prayed to almighty Allah to preserve the U.A.E. and spread security in the country. Following the prayer, Sheikh Sultan exchanged the Eid greetings with well-wishers.The Sharjah Ruler received Eid al-Fitr well wishers at Al Badea Al Amer Palace to congratulate him on the occasion of Eid al Fitr. They wished him good health, and more prosperity to the U.A.E.In attendance were, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council.Sheikh Sultan also received the greetings from Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of Health, other senior officials, heads of federal and local departments, police officers and educational figures including from Federal National Council (FNC) and American University of Sharjah , as well as athers .A number of other senior officials attended the reception.

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19th women’s leadership course launched Under directives from Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, the Scotland-based Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education has launched the 19th edition of its programme on multiculturalism and leadership skills for 56 female students from nine UAE universities and colleges as well as five employees from Dubai Courts.The new edition of the programme will be conducted at the college’s campus in Dundee, Scotland, between Aug. 9 -- Sept. 5. The 56 participants are students at Abu Dhabi University, The American University in Dubai, The British University in Dubai, American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, the Dubai-based College of Islamic and Arabic Studies, and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT).

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The 19th women’s leadership course launched Under directives from Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, the Scotland-based Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education has launched the 19th edition of its programme on multiculturalism and leadership skills for 56 female students from nine UAE universities and colleges as well as five employees from Dubai Courts.The new edition of the programme will be conducted at the college’s campus in Dundee, Scotland, between Aug. 9 -- Sept. 5. The 56 participants are students at Abu Dhabi University, The American University in Dubai, The British University in Dubai, American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, the Dubai-based College of Islamic and Arabic Studies, and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT).

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The 19th women’s leadership course launchedUnder directives from Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, the Scotland-based Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education has launched the 19th edition of its programme on multiculturalism and leadership skills for 56 female students from nine UAE universities and colleges as well as five employees from Dubai Courts.The new edition of the programme will be conducted at the college’s campus in Dundee, Scotland, between Aug. 9 -- Sept. 5. The 56 participants are students at Abu Dhabi University, The American University in Dubai, The British University in Dubai, American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, the Dubai-based College of Islamic and Arabic Studies, and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT).

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Al Watan UAE

19th women’s leadership course launchedUnder directives from Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, the Scotland-based Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education has launched the 19th edition of its programme on multiculturalism and leadership skills for 56 female students from nine UAE universities and colleges as well as five employees from Dubai Courts.The new edition of the programme will be conducted at the college’s campus in Dundee, Scotland, between Aug. 9 -- Sept. 5. The 56 participants are students at Abu Dhabi University, The American University in Dubai, The British University in Dubai, American University of Sharjah, Zayed University, the Dubai-based College of Islamic and Arabic Studies, and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT).

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"Beyond Katrina" Natasha Trethewey, writer of "Beyond Katrina", said in a statement that she visited UAE and met with students who are interested in poetry in American University of Sharjah (AUS) and Zayed University in Abu Dhabi.

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Ara Magazine

Hamad Al Fallasi Dr. Hamad Al Falasi, a cadre of UAE persevere in their work, and currently serves as Senior Director of the Department of the Environment, Public Health and Safety in Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, which he joined them four years ago after the completion of the study masters in Italy, and during this period he was able to put fingerprints Posts across internal and external, which serve the interests of the nation and environmental safety. And the achievements and successes of, explains ÂŤI managed to prove my existence in this field of industrial and sophistication level of institutional performance, as it was a tribute to be awarded the ideal employee in 2011, was my candidacy for the Leadership Development Program, and was able to skip in 2013 and a degree of American University of Sharjah.

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Al Ittihad

Dar Al Ber Society Celebrates Its Ninth Annual Ceremony Dar Al Ber Society Celebrated its ninth annual celebration for orphans in Hall 2 at Dubai World Trade Center. The annual ceremony is held every Ramadan under the auspices of Shaikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-president and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Orphans of Dar Al Ber Society told briefly about their suffering and the role of Dar Al Ber in helping them. It is worth noting that there is an agreement between Dar Al Ber with the American University of Sharjah aims at offering scholarships for students.

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Bint Al Khaleej