by ashokaib | May 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
The State of Kuwait yesterday hosted a gathering of Arabian Gulf University (AGU) alumni from Kuwait, organised by the Alumni Unit at the Deanship of Student Affairs. More than 100 alumni representing various cohorts and academic disciplines—including medical, educational, administrative, and technical specialisations—participated in the event.
His Excellency Dr Saad bin Saud Al Fuhaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University, expressed his appreciation for the pioneering vision of the founding leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states who established the university. He extended his gratitude to the successive presidents who have guided the university’s journey over the past decades, and commended the Ministry of Higher Education in Kuwait for its steadfast support of students. Dr Al Fuhaid also acknowledged the efforts of the university’s Board of Trustees.
In his address, Dr Al Fuhaid stated that the university is proud of its Kuwaiti students and the leadership positions they have assumed after equipping themselves with knowledge, scientific expertise, and a spirit of innovation. He reviewed the latest developments in the university’s projects, foremost among them the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Medical City project.
Dr Al Fuhaid affirmed that the university has adopted a policy of sustainable development, and is actively engaged in enhancing its organisational structure, administrative systems, regulations, software, and academic programmes at all levels, in order to advance e-learning and support scientific research and publication.
He further noted that the university’s development efforts have extended to the library, learning resources, and the activation of research centres, as well as the expansion of the Simulation and Medical Skills Centre. He highlighted AGU’s achievement of advanced positions in several Asian and international academic rankings, in addition to the university’s attainment of the ISO certification in recognition of its excellence in quality management and educational institution administration.
Dr Al Fuhaid concluded by emphasising that the aim of this gathering is to strengthen ties between the university and its alumni, noting that the success of alumni in their professional and academic endeavours reflects the success of the university itself.
On behalf of the alumni, Dr Shaimaa Al Asfour, Deputy Director-General of the Public Authority for Food and Nutrition in Kuwait, family medicine consultant, and obesity treatment specialist, recalled fond memories shared with her colleagues at the university, where scientific and human experiences were intertwined in a holistic journey marked by challenge, passion, and dedication.
She stated: “Kuwait, known for its genuine generosity, opens its arms today to host the gathering of AGU alumni from across the Gulf. This meeting exemplifies the deep sense of belonging to a distinguished academic institution that has, over the years, embodied the integrated vision of the GCC.”
The event also featured an interactive dialogue led by Dr Ghazi bin Abdulrahman Al Otaibi, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Scientific Research, who listened to the ideas, aspirations, and suggestions of alumni towards establishing an effective partnership with their alma mater. Discussions centred on three main themes: the university’s role towards its alumni, the alumni’s role towards their university, and ways to enhance communication between the two.
Dr Al Otaibi underscored the importance of alumni in advancing the university’s mission and enhancing its distinguished reputation both locally and internationally, describing them as AGU’s ambassadors in various fields and Gulf communities. He stressed that alumni are a source of pride for the university, given their academic and professional achievements. He also pointed out that the relationship between alumni and the university does not end upon graduation, but continues through their active participation in university activities and events, thereby contributing to the development of a robust support network that fosters further progress and innovation.
In the same context, Dr Abdullah Ismail, Head of the Alumni Unit, spoke about the unit’s mission and vision, and invited alumni to register on the electronic platform of the association to strengthen ties and pave the way for the launch of further joint initiatives and projects in the near future.
The event concluded with recreational competitions presented by alumna Fiddha Al Musallam, the distribution of prizes to the winners, and a dinner banquet during which alumni exchanged conversations and shared memories.
by ashokaib | May 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
Manama – AGU
The Department of Medical Education at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) has successfully organised two specialised training workshops: Developing Effective Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Cases, as part of its faculty development program.
The workshops were inaugurated by Professor Abdel Halim Salem Deifalla, Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences who highlighted the significance of integrating PBL as a modern educational tool that fosters students' critical thinking, as well as clinical and applied skills.
Attended by college faculty members, the sessions featured presentations by distinguished academics and experts, such as Professor Hani Salem Atwa, Head of the Department of Medical Education, Professor Mohamed Hany Shehata, Head of the Department of Family and Community Medicine, and Dr Archana Kumar, Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Education. They reviewed the fundamentals of designing effective PBL cases, and methods for developing suitable scenarios tailored to various courses.
The workshops included practical activities, presentations, the development of a comprehensive teacher’s guide, besides analysis and evaluation of educational problems. They aimed to enhance faculty members' ability to design and implement integrated educational cases aligned with modern medical education strategies.
The sessions received high engagement from attendees, who commended the quality and depth of the scientific and practical content. Participants expressed appreciation for how the workshops enriched their teaching practices.
This event reflects the university’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of its medical education and develop the skills of its academic staff to keep pace with the latest educational trends adopted by leading medical colleges worldwide.
by ashokaib | May 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
وزير التعليم العالي د. نادر الجلال :
دولة الكويت تدعم جهود التكامل التعليمي الخليجي لبناء مجتمع معرفي مستدام
- نثمّن جهود مجلس الأمناء في تطوير التعليم العالي الخليجي
- جامعة الخليج العربي صرح أكاديمي مشترك يجسد التعاون بين دول الخليج
الكويت - جامعة الخليج العربي
رحّب معالي وزير التعليم العالي والبحث العلمي الكويتي، الأستاذ الدكتور نادر عبدالله الجلال، بسعادة الأستاذ الدكتور عمر الرواس، رئيس مجلس أمناء جامعة الخليج العربي، وأعضاء المجلس الكرام، ورئيس جامعة الخليج العربي معالي الدكتور سعد بن سعود آل فهيد، وذلك خلال الكلمة التي ألقاها في مستهل الاجتماع السابع والتسعين لمجلس أمناء الجامعة، والذي عُقد في دولة الكويت الشقيقة.
وأعرب معاليه عن بالغ سعادته باستضافة هذا الاجتماع في بلدهم الثاني الكويت، مشيدًا بالدور البارز الذي يقوم به مجلس الأمناء في رسم السياسات العامة للجامعة وإقرار الخطط والبرامج التعليمية التي كان لها الأثر الكبير في دفع مسيرة الجامعة نحو التميز في مجال التعليم العالي.
وفي كلمته الافتتاحية، قال معالي الوزير: “إن جامعة الخليج العربي تمثل صرحًا أكاديميًا مشتركًا يعكس روح التعاون والتكامل بين دول مجلس التعاون لدول الخليج العربية، ونحن في الكويت نعتز بهذا النموذج المشرق الذي يجسد وحدة الهدف والمصير المشترك.”
وأشاد معاليه بالجهود المخلصة التي تبذلها رئاسة الجامعة وكوادرها الأكاديمية والإدارية في تطوير الأداء الأكاديمي وتعزيز جودة المخرجات التعليمية، بما يواكب أفضل المعايير العالمية.
وفي ختام كلمته، أكّد معالي الوزير حرص دولة الكويت على دعم جهود التكامل التعليمي الخليجي، وتعزيز التعاون البحثي والأكاديمي، وتوسيع مجالات الشراكة الاستراتيجية بين مؤسسات التعليم العالي في دول المجلس، بما يسهم في بناء مجتمع معرفي مستدام وتحقيق الأهداف التنموية المشتركة
ومن جانبه، ثمن الأستاذ الدكتور عمر بن عوض الرواس، رئيس مجلس أمناء جامعة الخليج العربي، الجهود التي تبذلها دولة الكويت لدعم مسيرة الجامعة، مقدراً عالياً كل الدعم الذي تتلقاه الجامعة من لدن حضرة صاحب السمو أمير البلاد الشيخ مشعل الأحمد الجابر الصباح حفظه الله.
وأشاد في الوقت ذاته بجهود وزارة التعليم العالي في دولة الكويت الشقيقة، مرحباً بالأعضاء الجدد من المملكة العربية السعودية الشقيقة، معالي الدكتور محمد بن احمدالسديري، ومعالي والدكتور محمد بن سعود آل مقبل ، وشكر في الوقت نفسه كل الجهود التي بذلها معالي الدكتور عبدالرحمن العاصمي، ومعالي الدكتور صبيح المخيزيم، في الدورة السابقة لمجلس الأمناء
من جهتها، عبّرت الأستاذة لمياء الملحم، وكيل وزارة التعليم العالي وعضو مجلس أمناء الجامعة، عن فخرها واعتزازها باستضافة الاجتماع في دولة الكويت، مؤكدة أهمية هذا اللقاء في تعزيز مسارات العمل المشترك وتبادل الخبرات بين الدول الأعضاء. وقالت: “إن وجودنا اليوم في هذا المحفل الأكاديمي هو تأكيد على التزامنا بدعم جامعة الخليج العربي كمؤسسة تعليمية رائدة، تعمل على إعداد أجيال خليجية قادرة على قيادة المستقبل بعلم وكفاءة.
by ashokaib | May 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
This week, Tiny Earth workshop, a pioneering global undergraduate research initiative that aims to build a promising research track to discover new antibiotics in soil concluded this week. The three-week workshop targeted medical students at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) and was organised by the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, under the supervision of Dr Mohammed Shaheen and Dr Abdullah Alsaleh.
The Tiny Earth program is a worldwide educational initiative designed to involve university students in real-world research to combat the declining effectiveness of antibiotics. Participants collect soil samples from their local environments and analyse them to identify microbes that may produce antibacterial compounds.
Fifteen second and third-year medical students took part in the workshop, gaining a unique, comprehensive, hands-on research experience over three weeks in the laboratories of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. Throughout the program, students learned how to collect and process soil samples and apply advanced diagnostic techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and gel electrophoresis. This enhanced their research skills and prepared them for future academic and professional excellence.
The program aligns with the Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE), a modern educational approach that enables students to conduct original scientific research even in institutions with limited traditional research opportunities. The program develops skills in scientific research, teamwork, data analysis, and critical thinking, increasing students’ prospects of pursuing careers in science.
Commenting on the workshop, the organisers affirmed that Tiny Earth not only trains students in scientific methodology but also fosters a spirit of discovery and global health contribution, especially in addressing the urgent issue of antibiotic resistance.
by ashokaib | May 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Arabian Gulf University (AGU) is set to host the international training workshop “Essentials of Space Medicine”, organised by the Bahrain Space Agency (BSA) in cooperation with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ICESCO), AGU, Azercosmos – the Space Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and Space Park X Foundation. The event will be held at the Princess Al Jawhara Al Ibrahim Centre for Molecular Medicine, Genetics and Inherited Disorders (ACMID) next Sunday (May 25, 2025), with the practical sessions continuing until May 27, 2025, at the university’s Simulation and Medical Skills Centre.
The workshop provides participants with the opportunity to explore one of the most advanced and innovative branches of medicine. Space medicine is a promising field that opens new research and scientific horizons intersecting with specialised areas of human medicine. Participants will have the chance to engage directly with international experts, exchange expertise, and explore prospects for regional and international cooperation in future projects.
This first-of-its-kind workshop in the Arab world brings together a distinguished group of experts in the field of space medicine, including Dr Elshad Allahyarov and Dr Kenan Yusif-zada, who possess extensive academic and scientific experience in studying the effects of space environments on the human body and developing healthcare solutions beyond Earth.
His Excellency Dr Saad bin Saud Al Fuhaid, President of AGU, affirmed that the workshop aims to enhance knowledge in the field of space biomedicine. The workshop will cover several key topics, including physiological adaptation in space, the effects of microgravity and cosmic radiation on human vital organs, the utilisation of telemedicine technologies to support astronauts, in addition to future developments in this promising domain.
This workshop represents a unique opportunity for researchers, medical students, and specialists in health and sports sciences to acquire advanced knowledge from reliable scientific sources. Participants will receive accredited certificates from the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA), as well as certificates from BSA, AGU, and ICESCO.
