UDST celebrates 323 students at Class of 2025 graduation ceremony
Tribune News Network
Doha
Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) held a one-of-a-kind graduation ceremony for 323 Honours graduates at the Qatar National Convention Centre on Tuesday.
The ceremony was attended by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim,Minister of Education and Higher Education Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater as a guest speaker; ministers, UDST Board of Trustees' Chairman His Excellency Dr Mohammed bin Saleh Al Sada and the board members, President of UDST Dr. Salem Al Naemi, the university's staff and faculty, and graduates' families.
The university is hosting three graduation ceremonies for its students this week.
The first ceremony, held on Tuesday, celebrated the outstanding graduates of the Class of 2025. This year's cohort includes 426 students from the College of Business, 164 from the College of Computing and Information Technology, 328 from the College of Engineering and Technology, and 248 from the College of Health Sciences.
On Wednesday (today), the university will host the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 from the College of Business and the College of Computing and Information Technology, followed by a ceremony on Thursday for graduates of the College of Engineering and Technology, and the College of Health Sciences, bringing the total number of graduates this year to 1,166.
The university celebrates a milestone achievement with the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Interprofessional Neonatal Intensive Care, as well as the first cohort of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Healthcare Management.
During the ceremony, Al Khater recognised 32 distinguished students who earned academic honours by maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA with an 'Excellent' standing throughout their studies in addition to the recipients of the prestigious President's Award for Academic Excellence.
In his remarks, UDST President Dr. Salem Al Naemi affirmed the graduates' readiness to lead today and in the future.
He noted, 'The future promises rapid and unprecedented advancements in technology and artificial intelligence developments that challenge educational systems to adapt, integrate, and prepare future generations to use these innovations responsibly and sustainably, in service of humanity.
'Today, we proudly reaffirm that the University of Doha for Science and Technology, through its applied learning philosophy and steadfast commitment to sustainability, embraces technological progress with an open and forward-thinking approach. We harness these developments across our research, teaching methodologies, and daily engagement with students, partners, and the broader community to support national development, address sector needs, and build impactful initiatives that will contribute to long-term self-sufficiency and progress.'
Dr. Al Naemi also shed light on the university's strategic direction and ongoing efforts to align academic offerings with evolving market demands, both locally and globally.
This academic year witnessed the launch of several new programmes.
He extended heartfelt gratitude to the wise leadership of Qatar, led by the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, for their constant guidance and support in elevating the university and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Addressing the graduates, Dr. Al Naemi said: 'I extend my warmest congratulations to each of you on this remarkable achievement and encourage you to continue striving forward. I take great pride in celebrating this moment not only with this cohort but with all graduating generations and age groups who have chosen knowledge as their path and embraced innovation in its many forms throughout their journey at the University. The outcome is one and the same: excellence, commitment, and a collective determination to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our nation and to proudly represent Qatar on the global stage.'
The Class of 2025 valedictorian, Hamad Al Sharshani expressed his happiness to be representing all his fellow honour graduates during the ceremony.
He said, 'I am pleased to stand before you today as a doctor and as the first Qatari man to graduate from a programme that is the first of its kind in Qatar and the region: the Master of Science in Diabetes Care and Patient Education. I am also proud to be the first Qatari man to work in the field of Diabetes Care and Education at Hamad Medical Corporation.
'Graduating from this esteemed institution is a proud moment for all of us. It marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another. To my fellow graduates, let us remember that today is not the end, but the beginning of a new chapter. Every one of us carries the promise of achieving extraordinary things. Let us continue to innovate, grow, and strive towards the betterment of our society and our beloved homeland.'
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