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The Human Values class embarked on an enlightening journey to the Abrahamic Family House 🕌⛪🕍. Students witnessed a remar...
22/11/2024

The Human Values class embarked on an enlightening journey to the Abrahamic Family House 🕌⛪🕍. Students witnessed a remarkable fusion of faiths as they explored the mosque, church, and synagogue all in one location 🌟.

The mesmerizing architecture captured their imagination, beautifully showcasing the shared values between Islam, Christianity, and Judaism 🤝. This immersive experience allowed students to reflect on the common threads that unite these diverse traditions .

A truly eye-opening visit that brought classroom discussions to life and deepened understanding of interfaith harmony 📚💡.

During J-Term, students in the “Gendering Islam in the Global City” course engaged in a series of carefully planned educ...
09/07/2024

During J-Term, students in the “Gendering Islam in the Global City” course engaged in a series of carefully planned educational trips across the UAE to deepen their understanding of Emirati culture and Islamic heritage. 🇦🇪🌙

They started with visits to the Al Ain Palace Museum and Al Jahili Fort, exploring the historical and cultural significance of these sites through guided tours. In Dubai, they examined the Women’s Museum, gaining insights into the roles of women in Emirati society through interactive exhibits. 🕌🌇

Finally, in Abu Dhabi, they visited Warehouse 421, where they participated in workshops and explored modern art and design, focusing on themes of identity, urbanization, and cultural heritage. 📚✨

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In the June Term project ‘Birthing Inequity: COVID-19 and Teenage Pregnancy in Uganda,’ students underwent the ‘In Her S...
07/07/2024

In the June Term project ‘Birthing Inequity: COVID-19 and Teenage Pregnancy in Uganda,’ students underwent the ‘In Her Shoes’ simulation. They wore basketballs tied around their waists with scarves for three hours, mimicking the physical burden of pregnancy. Everyday actions like sitting and walking revealed the significant challenges pregnant individuals face daily.

This exercise deepened students’ understanding of physical constraints and sparked discussions on the need for supportive environments for pregnant teens. They also created communication briefs to discuss teenage pregnancy empathetically, highlighting the intense social dilemmas young people face.

Course Title: Developing Women Leaders.Behind the masterpieces at lies a masterclass in life. Maral Bedoyan, the museum...
06/06/2024

Course Title: Developing Women Leaders.
Behind the masterpieces at lies a masterclass in life. Maral Bedoyan, the museum’s hidden gem, shared her journey: ‘find your passion, navigate challenges, and never force yourself to fit society’s mold’. From career crossroads to curating history, she’s rewriting her story—and inspiring us to sketch our own. This wasn’t just a museum visit; it was a canvas for our futures. What will you paint on yours? 🎨✨

- Today’s engagement featured a book signing and guest lecture by Professor Shahd Alshammari, a leading figure in disabi...
28/05/2024

- Today’s engagement featured a book signing and guest lecture by Professor Shahd Alshammari, a leading figure in disability studies for Gulf women.
- The event started with a reception and book signing, followed by Dr. Alshammari’s presentation. She shared her academic journey, challenges in the publishing industry as a Gulf woman, and the background of her book.
- She then read two chapters from the book. Students had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss various concepts, including medical discrimination, generational differences in interpreting disability, and religious models of disability.

🖼️💭✨Students enrolled in the three courses of Contemporary Art and Politics of the Arab World, Museums Art and Society, ...
27/02/2024

🖼️💭✨Students enrolled in the three courses of Contemporary Art and Politics of the Arab World, Museums Art and Society, and Age of Images went on a experiential field visit to Sharjah.

✨ The students experienced the rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity at Sharjah Art Museum, Explored some innovative exhibitions at Sharjah Art Foundation, and Engaged with Modern Artistic Expressions at Maraya Art Centre.

On 6th December 2023, selected students from Dr. Najwa Belkziz’s writing seminar ‘Protest Art’ were invited for a debate...
14/12/2023

On 6th December 2023, selected students from Dr. Najwa Belkziz’s writing seminar ‘Protest Art’ were invited for a debate organised by the UAE Ministry on Youth and Culture in the Green Zone at COP28. ☀️🗣️🌱

Students performed exceptionally well while debating the topic ‘House Renovation for Climate Action’ with the team from the Dubai Youth Council🏡💧

Recently, students of “Introduction to Public Policy”, under the guidance of Professor Zaynab El Bernoussi visited the U...
30/11/2023

Recently, students of “Introduction to Public Policy”, under the guidance of Professor Zaynab El Bernoussi visited the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. 🏝️ ☀️

With the support of Shaemma Rashed Mebwana, the students not only gained a comprehensive understanding of the UAE’s strategy for climate change and the environment, but also learned about its impressive global impact.

A step further, students were given the opportunity to learn about the intricate mechanisms of the National Carbon Registry. ⚙️ ✨

Abu Dhabi Children’s Library 📚🌟Students had the opportunity to visit the Abu Dhabi Children’s Library at the Cultural Fo...
10/10/2023

Abu Dhabi Children’s Library 📚🌟

Students had the opportunity to visit the Abu Dhabi Children’s Library at the Cultural Foundation as a part of their course “Purpose of Public Education” taught by Dr. Nancy Gleason, this summer June-Term 2023. During their visit, the students were shown around and introduced to the venues offered by the library. Many which included a museum exhibiting the works of Pascale Marthine Tayou, a VR educational room, a collection of historically broadcasted animes in the UAE, and an adult school of arts and handicrafts. Additionally, students had the rare opportunity to be introduced to “Mohammed Mandi,” a well-known caligrapher in the UAE and across the MENA region. 🌍

Our students Local Education Officer “Yiyang Xu” adds:

“Through this CBL experience, students gained a deeper understanding of how municipal facilities open to the entire public, such as libraries, exhibitions, and workshops, can be embedded in a state’s public education. This form of public education not only facilitates nation-building but also encourages personal growth.”🌟👍🏻

Louvre Abu Dhabi Arts and Wellbeing Program 🖼️💭☀️Students enrolled in the J-Term course “Can Art Save Lives?” taught by ...
19/09/2023

Louvre Abu Dhabi Arts and Wellbeing Program 🖼️💭☀️

Students enrolled in the J-Term course “Can Art Save Lives?” taught by J-Term faculty Nisha Sajnani engaged in the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Project, starting with an insightful museum tour. Led by an expert, students explored the stories behind each masterpiece, finding comfort and inspiration in the different perspectives. ✨

After the tour, a calming workshop took place, where participants created their own masks accompanied by soothing melodies. These masks were adorned with a lively range of colors and overlapping lines, representing complex emotions and offering glimpses into their inner thoughts. 🖼️ 💭

This experience highlighted the deep impact of art on well-being, providing a peaceful space for self-expression and connection. 🌟✨

Students enrolled in the “What is Auto-fiction” J-Term course engaged in a perfume-making workshop by AlBeqsha to experi...
18/09/2023

Students enrolled in the “What is Auto-fiction” J-Term course engaged in a perfume-making workshop by AlBeqsha to experience using locally sourced items and experiment with “translating” sensorial stimuli (including a sense of place) through perfume-making. 💫💜

The class LEO stated:

“The workshop was a unique experience to talk about the significance of scent and its importance in the UAE culture. We talked about how scent is part of our identity in the UAE especially specific scents that make us who we are like Oud or White Musk, two scents that I grew up smelling.” ✨

“It was very interesting to see each person going with their scents with their own diverse opinions on what smells and identify with what they think is a part of them.”

🎉 During J-Term, our students were treated to an enriching lineup of 8 dynamic activities and workshops! From immersive ...
18/09/2023

🎉 During J-Term, our students were treated to an enriching lineup of 8 dynamic activities and workshops! From immersive hands-on experiences to thought-provoking discussions, our campus came alive with excitement and learning. 🌱🗣️

Join us as we relive the highlights of these unforgettable moments, where our students delved into meaningful conversations, honed their skills, and gained invaluable insights. 🎧📚

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