I graduated from Abu Dhabi University with a Bachelor of Architecture and a GPA of 3.98 – top of my class. During the winter semester of my senior year, I interned with GHD Engineering. The company was so pleased with my work that they extended the internship until the end of my senior year. After graduation, I was selected for Gensler's six-month Professional Internship Program. Gensler - ranked the top architecture firm globally at that time - was impressed with the quality of my portfolio and my design program capabilities. Had the global pandemic not resulted in a hiring freeze, I would have secured a full-time position with Gensler.
Following this, I decided to pursue a postgraduate program and chose the Master of Construction Management at the University of Kansas, USA, out of multiple offers from UK and USA universities. I am on course to graduate this year (May 2023) with a GPA of 4.0. and the options for my next step are wide open. GLMV Architecture in Kansas City extended my summer internship and offered me a full-time position after graduation. Or I might accept an offer from Kansas State University to study for a Ph.D. in Environmental Design. Abu Dhabi University gave me the skills to succeed in my field, and I am grateful to all the professors and teaching assistants who supported me through my undergraduate and postgraduate journey. I am excited to see what the future holds.
Esraa Abuelrub
Graduate Bachelor of Architecture
My journey at Abu Dhabi University has been nothing short of incredible, and it has played a huge role in shaping who I am today. As a graduate with honors from the Bachelor's program in Mass Communication in 2016, I had the privilege of being a student of some of the most knowledgeable and experienced educators in the field.
The program provided me with a solid foundation in communication theory, and I learned about various forms of media such as print, broadcast, and digital media. This allowed me to pursue my passion for content creation and media, and I was able to start my career as a content creator and presenter.
In 2019, I graduated with a Master's degree in Business Administration with a fellowship from Griffith University, Australia. I owe this achievement to the exceptional education I received at Abu Dhabi University.
ADU gave me a platform to develop my skills and knowledge beyond the classroom. As a member of the Media Youth Council, I had the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the media industry, and we developed solutions for various media-related issues in the UAE.
Today, as a content creator and presenter, I owe much of my success to the education, mentorship, and opportunities provided by Abu Dhabi University. I am grateful to the faculty, staff, and fellow students who have supported me throughout my journey.
Shehab Al Hashemi
Mass Communication and MBA Graduate
I was privileged to be taught by an outstanding faculty, providing incredible teaching efforts and support. Without this continuous support and world-class teaching, I wouldn’t have been able to accomplish the achievements I’ve always dreamed of. I was able to complete my bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in three years due to the flexibility and availability of courses, which allowed me to graduate among the first cohort of students in 2014.
The resources available at ADU provided me with the opportunity to explore modern challenges in the field of conditioning monitoring and opened doors to new challenges. I also worked as a teaching assistant while pursuing my master's degree in mechanical engineering.
Thanks to ADU, I had the opportunity to broaden my academic horizons and learn from some of the best minds in the field. I am currently working as a doctoral researcher on the topic "AI-based condition monitoring of electro-hydraulic systems" at Tampere University, Finland.
Abid Abdul Azeez
Mechanical Engineering Graduate
"I aimed to make a positive impact on ADU during my time here."
"Having worked in different sectors for several years, I realized that law was my true passion. After conducting extensive research to find the best institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in law, I found Abu Dhabi University to be impressive with its accreditations and world rankings."
"I am receiving the highest standards of education in my program, with excellent facilities and incredibly knowledgeable and supportive professors. The co-curricular activities at ADU have provided me with opportunities to participate in seminars and conferences, enabling me to apply what I have learned in real-world situations on an ongoing basis."
Salama Al Meraikhi
Graduate of the Bachelor of Law (Arabic)
As an alumna of Abu Dhabi University's Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication (English) program, I can confidently say that it provided me with the opportunity to learn the best practices in media production for various media platforms. Working with sophisticated equipment such as high-end cameras, lighting, vision mixers, and the audio console in the TV studio was an experience that gave me the confidence to work at both front and back camera in television production. The program helped me discover my true potential and transformed me into someone always ready to accept challenges. My parents were my motivation to succeed; my friends gave me the necessary support; my teachers provided the tools.
Set your goals and make a plan to achieve them!
Nada Ali
Graduate of the Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication (English)
As a current Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering student at ADU, I can confidently say that the university has provided me with countless opportunities for growth and learning, both academically and personally. The faculty and professors have always been dedicated to ensuring that students receive a quality education, as well as inspiring us to push ourselves to new heights.
The supportive community at ADU has helped me to achieve my goals and aspirations, and I am grateful for the guidance and encouragement I have received from everyone involved. Although I will eventually graduate and move on to new endeavors, I know that the experiences and knowledge I have gained at ADU will stay with me throughout my life.
In short, ADU has had a profound impact on my academic journey and personal development, and I am proud to be a part of this exceptional institution.
Sven Ivak
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Student
ADU was one of the most significant stations in my journey. It provided me with ample opportunities to invest my time and energy in various extracurricular activities such as research, competitions, sports, and volunteering. I used to enjoy spending my time on campus using the available facilities. I am immensely grateful for the professors who acted as mentors and provided me with their knowledge and support, helping me identify my goals and achieve them in my career path. As a graduate in Business Administration, I am delighted that my BBA degree is double accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, which is a distinction only 1% of business schools worldwide have achieved.
Sara Kittaneh
Bachelor of Business Administration Graduate
The professors at ADU encourage you to succeed by nurturing your enthusiasm as well as improving your knowledge in the areas of biology, medicine, and engineering. Their doors are always open, and they deliver the classes in such an enjoyable way.
I have really enjoyed my biomedical courses and learned a lot, including about medical devices and how to design and classify them. Because of this, I feel I will be able to make a real difference in the biomedical engineering field and the health industry in general.
State-of-the-art technology is used in all the labs, providing students with an optimum hands-on learning experience. In fact, the Bioimaging Research Lab is affiliated with the University of Louisville's Bioimaging Lab, making it one-of-a-kind in the UAE.
Huda Tarek Sliman
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
“Prevention is better than cure!”
"I'm currently working in health education focusing on giving lifestyle advice to people with type 2 diabetes. As part of my program, I took an internship with the Department of Health and this experience helped me secure this position with Daman shortly after graduation.
ADU has given me so many opportunities. With the encouragement of my professors, I started the Public Health Club and held the position of Club President for a year. Through the Club, we attended numerous events and conferences related to our field, gaining a lot of practical experience along the way.
I've experienced several proud moments during my time at ADU including being honored in the Dean's List for my high GPA. My high point, however, was being appointed as a UAE Public Health Ambassador through the Health Authority Abu Dhabi's (HAAD) Public Health Ambassador Program. This aims to engage communities in healthy life choices which is, I believe, my vocation in life."
Maram Hijjah
Bachelor of Science in Public Health Graduate
ADU Faculty and Staff Lead the Way in LinkedIn Learning
ADU Faculty and Staff Lead the Way in LinkedIn Learning
Abu Dhabi University (ADU), one of the UAE's leading multi-campus private universities, partnered with LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, to provide ADU employees access to the LinkedIn Learning platform.
Abu Dhabi University (ADU), one of the UAE's leading multi-campus private universities, partnered with LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, to provide ADU employees access to the LinkedIn Learning platform. Now in its second year, the initiative is part of the University's continuous investment in a culture of learning through virtual professional development programs. ADU employees were given virtual access to a range of educational courses from the comfort of their own homes, allowing them to manage their schedules between working and learning.
Since the launch of the initiative by ADU's HR Department, ADU employees have completed 3,000 hours of training through LinkedIn Learning. In the first six months of the initiative, there were around 400 active users, representing 90% of the University's employees. This puts ADU amongst the top educational institutions in the UAE for utilizing LinkedIn Learning for the professional development of its employees. In addition, with 71% of monthly repeat learners, ADU is one of the top educational institutions in terms of employees who regularly use the platform for reskilling and upskilling. This demonstrates high engagement for learning and development opportunities, with 44 completed learning content per user.
Some of the top soft skills ADU learners developed through LinkedIn Learning include leadership, emotional intelligence, operational excellence, business innovation, communications, time management, teamwork, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace. These areas align with the University's ongoing efforts to invest in the critical skills necessary for a culture of learning and innovation.
ADU's active LinkedIn presence featured the launch of numerous community-focused initiatives that welcomed public engagement among platform users. For example, as part of the 'Investing In Our Community' initiative, the University introduced a series of online courses, workshops and educational events for teachers, professionals, high school seniors and students interested in pursuing higher education. As a result, the University achieved over 106,000 LinkedIn followers, becoming one of the educational institutions with the highest number of followers on LinkedIn in the UAE.
Professor Waqar Ahmad, Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University, said, "Our current partnership with LinkedIn Learning is an extension of the culture of lifelong learning and development at Abu Dhabi University. As a higher education trailblazer in the region, ADU turned the challenges of the pandemic into an opportunity to reach the community within and beyond the University. We will continue to grow our community of knowledge seekers, wherever they are in the world, by investing in the future generation of students and professionals through innovative and accessible programs and initiatives."
Rajai El Khadem, LinkedIn's Head of MENA Academia and Government, said, "It gives us great pride to see the outstanding learner engagement among ADU's community of learners. Closely tied to LinkedIn Learning's vision to empower every member of the global workforce to develop the skills they need to realize economic opportunity, our partner organizations can leverage our collaboration to foster a learning culture on multiple fronts. ADU is a strong example of creating such a culture, where content creation and e-learning are combined with the integration of LinkedIn Learning solutions into the overarching talent development strategy."
ADU also received the 'Workspace Transformation of the Year' award in the education category at the Future Workspace Summit and Awards held in Dubai by Leap Media Solutions, the region's leading content platform and the publisher of CXO DX.
Randa Al Saheb, Senior Human Resources Advisor at ADU, said, "Our efforts to launch LinkedIn Learning for staff development focused on upskilling and reskilling of our talent. During the pandemic, we invested in a digital transformation of learning for our staff to stay connected to the outside world of professional learning while working remotely. The Human Resources Department at ADU was very pleased with the continuous engagement of employees using the digital learning platform."
ADU, one of the largest private universities in the UAE, is a recognized world-class institution committed to excellence in teaching, student experience, research, and corporate education. The University continuously deploys innovative solutions and world-class practices to deliver quality learning experiences relevant to today's workplace.
LinkedIn Learning is a virtual educational platform that provides training courses related to business, technology, and creative skills. With more than 17,000 courses and personalized recommendations, users can discover, complete, and track courses related to their field and interests.