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Sharjah 24
27-05-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
UOS celebrates graduation of 4th Cohort of Emirati Future Leaders
During the ceremony, His Excellency Prof. Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, highlighted how the Emirati Future Leadership initiative embodies the University's vision of empowering Emirati youth to become dynamic leaders who can shape the nation's future. He emphasized that through such pioneering programs, the University fosters a stimulating educational environment that nurtures social responsibility, creativity, and excellence, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to play an active role in the UAE's ongoing journey of progress and Emiratization. In his address to the graduates, Prof. Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, underscored that supporting Emiratization remains a central pillar of the University's mission. He noted that the University continually develops curricula and launches training initiatives in collaboration with international partners to ensure the UAE labor market is supplied with highly qualified national talent. This year's cohort participated in an exceptional international training camp in Barcelona, Spain, organized in partnership with the Institute of American Universities in Spain. Looking ahead, further collaborations are planned with educational institutions in Hong Kong. Prof. Maher Omar, Director of the Institute of Leadership in Higher Education, provided an overview of the initiative, reaffirming the institute's commitment to advancing national talent and preparing future leaders. He described the program as a unique and enriching experience, where participants gained a wide range of future-oriented leadership skills, including environmental awareness, sustainability, mentorship, community service, and the values of diversity and inclusion. Students shared their experiences from the Barcelona training camp, which featured interactive sessions led by international experts, hands-on activities, and field visits to the city's cultural and historical landmarks. These experiences broadened their academic and personal horizons, offering valuable insights into new cultures. The graduating students also presented their capstone projects, which reflected the diverse skills acquired throughout the program. These included six innovative projects addressing pressing societal challenges, such as promoting mental health awareness in educational institutions, developing action plans to reduce reliance on expatriate labor, exploring aquatic gardens to combat pollution and improve air quality, and designing a cost-effective tracking device to enhance child safety. The ceremony concluded with Prof. Agamy honoring the 31 graduates, celebrating their achievements, and reaffirming the University of Sharjah's ongoing dedication to nurturing the next generation of Emirati leaders.
Sharjah 24
09-05-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
UOS and Luxembourg University forge stronger academic ties
Prof. Agamy warmly received the delegation and emphasised the potential to enhance cooperation in the fields of law and business administration. Further, he highlighted opportunities for student exchanges across various graduate programs, including public and private law, European law, space law, media and law, and banking and financial law. In response, the Luxembourg delegation expressed strong support for activating the agreement, particularly through academic visits, guest lectures and joint intensive courses, as well as research stays at both universities. Administrative staff exchanges were also discussed to share expertise in academic and administrative practices. The meeting was attended by key University of Sharjah figures including Prof. Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs; Prof. Adnan Sarhan, Dean of the College of Law; Prof. Ahmed Qasim Farah, Deputy Dean; and Dr. Rasha Hattab, Director of the University's Francophonie Center. The Luxembourg delegation included Prof. Élise Poillot, Director of the Master's Program in European Commercial Law, and Prof. Isabelle Riasto, Director of the Master's Program in Investment Fund Law.
Sharjah 24
23-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
UOS displays digital excellence at Computing and Informatics Week
Opening remarks by university leadership The event opened with a keynote from Prof. Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who welcomed attendees and reaffirmed the University's vision to be a beacon of academic and research excellence, both locally and globally. He emphasized the importance of such gatherings in forging connections among scholars, industry leaders, and students, and in nurturing the next generation of digital trailblazers poised to drive the UAE's transformation. Symposium on cybersecurity and E-commerce A highlight of the program was a specialized symposium on 'Cybersecurity and E-Commerce,' attended by Prof. Maamar Bettayeb, Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies. In his remarks, Prof. Bettayeb underscored the urgency of addressing the latest developments in AI and its wide-ranging applications, noting their direct impact on economic and commercial relations. He also spotlighted the vital role of cybersecurity in safeguarding digital commerce. Academic collaboration and real-world integration Prof. Abbes Amira, Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics, elaborated on the college's collaborative approach, working closely with other university faculties and industry partners to create an interactive educational environment that bridges theory and practice. He stressed that this week's program, featuring panel discussions with leading experts, was designed to enable students and researchers to engage directly with the latest trends in AI, cybersecurity, and e-commerce, broadening both their academic and professional horizons. SEC 2025: Multidisciplinary perspectives Prof. Amira added that one of the events was the fifth edition of the International Symposium on E-Commerce and Cybersecurity (SEC 2025), jointly organized by the Departments of Information Systems and Computer Science in partnership with the College of Law. The symposium brought together academics and specialists to exchange insights and debate the latest technological breakthroughs in cybersecurity and e-commerce from a multidisciplinary perspective. Keynotes and workshops The opening day featured standout keynote addresses, including Prof. Fakhri Karai from Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, who explored 'Effective AI in Healthcare Systems,' and Prof. Sergey Kolyubin from Russia's ITMO University, who delved into 'The Future of Embodied Intelligence.' A lively panel discussion, 'Shifting Horizons in Learning: The Rise of Generative AI,' moderated by Prof. Ali Aouni, featured faculty from across the University and representatives from AWS company. The day also included a workshop in collaboration with NVIDIA DLI on AI-driven anomaly detection in data, led by Dr. Iyad Turki. Industry insights and future visions The 'Cybersecurity and E-Commerce' symposium welcomed industry leaders such as Omar Mohammed Al Awadi, founder and CEO of Technologies LLC, who gave a thorough analysis of the evolving landscape of e-commerce, consumer behavior, and digital culture. In addition, Emini Yilmaz Bouton, founder and CEO of AcceleratEMEA, highlighted the critical role of innovation and interdisciplinary thinking in securing the future of e-commerce. Research contributions by faculty and students Moreover, a number of UoS faculty presented cutting-edge research on topics ranging from cyber risk insurance and zero-trust systems to commercial innovation and emerging cyber threats. UoS graduate students followed with presentations tackling advanced issues such as post-quantum cryptography, IoT security protocols, data-driven frameworks for research funding, and predictive pricing optimisation. Awards and competitions The week concluded with an awards ceremony honoring sponsors, speakers, and the winners of student competitions in AI and cybersecurity. In the fiercely contested robotics programming competition, first prize went to Ghulam Mohammed and Saif Abdul Jalil, with Salsabeel Al Saman and Omar Mohammed taking second. Third place was shared by Gaith Mohammed and Rafi Ibn Al Noor, as well as Alia Abdulaziz and Hafsa Rahmanullah. In the Cybersecurity Competition, Bushr Al Khayyat clinched first place, followed by Rafi Ibni Abu Kalam and Salsabeel Al Saman. Innovation in E-commerce recognised The '2025 Innovation in E-Commerce Award,' presented in partnership with Technologies LLC, recognized exceptional student projects. Omar Mohammed was honored for his drone fleet asset-tracking system for indoor environments, Saif Salem for his AI methodology project, and Waleed Khaled for his application of What3Words to tackle regional logistical challenges. Jad Hatem received accolades for 'TrustChain,' while Mariam Nader was awarded a certificate of distinction for her 'Volunteer Information System.'
