Leading National Universities Participate in ‘Promising Practices Forum’ Organised by Rabdan Academy
The Promising Practices Forum was recently hosted by the Rabdan Academy to foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences among university students, faculty, professionals, and experts in the campus life and student affairs sectors. Several national universities and educational institutions attended the event, including the United Arab Emirates University, New York University Abu Dhabi, Higher Colleges of Technology, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi University, Khalifa University, Polytechnic, Fatima College of Health Sciences, and Abu Dhabi Vocational Education & Training Institute.
The forum aimed to provide a platform for sharing educational, training, and professional activities among national university students and staff. It featured multiple panel discussions that covered a wide range of topics relevant to students and staff in the higher education sector. Some of these topics included freshman transition and challenges, delivering a world-class student experience, supporting senior students, and career advising.
Dr. Khadija Farhan Alhumaid, Director of Student Affairs at Rabdan Academy, expressed her gratitude to the experts, faculty, and student affairs professionals who contributed to the forum’s success and helped achieve its desired goal. Dr. Aisha Al Naqbi, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at New York University Abu Dhabi, emphasized the importance of staying abreast of global developments and applying best practices related to student experience to promote the success and excellence of students.
The forum brought together experts and practitioners from different universities in the country, creating a collaborative environment where they could exchange ideas and best practices. The discussions covered various aspects of student life, from academic challenges to social and personal development.
Participants expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to exchange ideas, experiences, and expertise that contribute to enriching campus life and enhancing students’ well-being and success. The initiative was a resounding success, and many attendees hope that the event will become an annual occurrence to enrich the reality of student life in national universities across the country.
The Promising Practices Forum was a timely initiative that emphasized the importance of collaboration and cooperation among national universities in enhancing the student experience. By sharing best practices and experiences, universities can benefit from each other’s strengths and contribute to the overall development of the education sector in the country.
Furthermore, the forum’s discussions on topics such as freshman transition and challenges, delivering a world-class student experience, supporting senior students, and career advising provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the higher education sector. The exchange of ideas and best practices can help universities better understand their students’ needs and provide them with the necessary support to achieve their academic and personal goals.
The Promising Practices Forum was a successful event that brought together experts and practitioners from different universities in the country to exchange ideas, experiences, and expertise related to campus life and student affairs. The forum’s emphasis on collaboration and cooperation among national universities can contribute to the overall development of the education sector in the country and enhance the student experience. The participants’ hope that this event becomes an annual occurrence reflects the value of such initiatives in promoting knowledge exchange and collaboration among universities.
