April, 10 2016
AURAK Celebrates Seventh Anniversary
AURAK has today celebrated its seventh anniversary, having officially been established on April 8, 2009. With all staff and faculty returning to work today following the spring break vacation, the University hosted a reception in Building G.
AURAK has today celebrated its seventh anniversary, having officially been established on April 8, 2009.
With all staff and faculty returning to work today following the spring break vacation, the University hosted a reception in Building G.
Professor Hassan Al Alkim, President of the University, began the celebrations with a short speech, reflecting on how far the University has come since its inauguration seven years ago. He thanked all members of AURAK’s faculty and staff who have enabled this remarkable growth and stated that he looks forward to celebrating the University’s ten-year anniversary in 2019.
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