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Students recognized for active contributions outside of the classroom
Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Student Affairs yesterday held the inaugural Student Life Awards 2019 to honor current students for their contributions to the wider community through non-academic activities.
HBKU’s Student Affairs committee received and assessed more than 30 nominations based on solid criteria, including participation and involvement in the university’s informal learning environment – community service, community engagement, student leadership, and sports and non-sports competitions.
Ms. Maryam Al-Mannai, vice president of HBKU student affairs, said: “It is a core responsibility of Students Affairs Department at HBKU to support students on their academic and nonacademic journey. The launch of the Student Life Awards provides an opportunity to honor and celebrate HBKU students who are achieving incredible things outside of the classroom, and giving back to the community locally and internationally. We are proud of our students and their well deserving accomplishments.
“HBKU is committed to nurturing responsible global citizens who will go on to shape the world for the better. The awards encourage our students to be well-rounded individuals who are driven to be of service to their peers and the wider community.”
The Community Engagement Award, which recognizes an individual or a group for projects that promote campus vibrancy, community bonding, social integration, and/or education outreach, was awarded to Mohammad el Haj and Mehzabeen Mannan from the College of Science and Engineering and Ghuroor Ahmad from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
The Leadership Award went to Zinnira Shaikh, Alina Zaman and Mohammad Alazemi at the College of Islamic Studies, as well as Mohammad Al-Sooj from the College of Science and Engineering. The category acknowledges students who have demonstrated exemplary and effective leadership capabilities in a team, committee, project, or student organization. The award is open to students who have held a leadership position during an HBKU event or at external events representing HBKU.
Munira Aden and Dalal AlSharshani from the College of Health and Life Sciences secured the Competitions Award, alongside Salman Haider and Yuhan Satapo from the College of Islamic Studies, Mohammad Khader from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and Samar Elkhalifa from the College of Science and Engineering. The award is granted to students who have represented HBKU on a national, regional or international level in various competitions.
Finally, Ahmed Sodiq from the College of Science and Engineering won the Sports Award, which recognizes an individual who has demonstrated high performance and achievement in sports-related initiatives.
HBKU Student Affairs seeks to promote a culture of inclusivity and strong community awareness. In doing so, it consistently holds and promotes events that are of relevance to HBKU’s student body and beyond.