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By Asia Education Review Team , Thursday, 14 September 2023

Abu Dhabi University and Al Nahda National Schools team up to expand academic and research collaboration

  • A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Abu Dhabi University (ADU) and Al Nahda National Schools (ANNS) to improve students' understanding of university life and academic disciplines. A variety of initiatives will be implemented as part of the collaboration to increase student's awareness of their academic interests and preferences. Both entities hope to launch joint projects of mutual interest through collaboration, as well as organize and host events centered on research, culture, social activities, and sports.

    The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from both entities by Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of ADU, and Ms. Basema Saeed Al Junaibi, Director General of Al Nahda National Schools. "We are delighted to collaborate with a prestigious partner such as Al Nahda National Schools," said Professor Ghassan Aouad, Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University. At ADU, we constantly collaborate with our strategic partners to provide students with unique cross-learning experiences that prepare them for the ever-changing demands of the job market. Through this MoU, we hope to introduce the next generation of leaders to ADU's resources and world-class facilities, as well as provide them with the opportunity to become acquainted with the university's environment and academic offerings. This ensures the development and preparation of competencies in their respective fields, allowing them to contribute meaningfully to future endeavors." "At Al Nahda National Schools, we take pride in establishing a fruitful partnership with Abu Dhabi University, marked by continuous cooperation," said Ms. Basema Saeed Al Junaibi, Director General. We hope to provide a different academic dimension to our students through this collaboration, given Abu Dhabi University's global standing and role as one of the leading national academic institutions that has contributed to elevating the education system in the Emirate, the UAE, and the region as a whole."

    "This partnership presents a favorable opportunity for our students to engage in joint initiatives and activities with the university," Al Jenibi added. It enables them to interact with university students, faculty, and administrative staff, broadening their horizons and start thinking about their future, their interests, and their areas of creativity, enabling them to offer their best to themselves, their community, and their nation.” Recently, ADU was ranked the 13th best university globally, among the Top 20 Small Universities in the World, according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2023. ADU also stands as one of the top three universities in the UAE, while holding the number one position in the teaching pillar, as per the THE Rankings. These rankings reflect the University’s outstanding accomplishments in the fields of education, research, and academia.