The Acting President of King Khalid University, Professor Dr. Saad bin Mohammed bin Dajam, attended a ceremony organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs on Thursday to honor the winners and participants in student activities for the academic year 1445, as well as to crown the winning student clubs.

In detail, the Dean of the Deanship of Student Affairs, Dr. Ali bin Misfer Al-Qahtani, appreciated the efforts made in this regard, highlighting the talents, abilities, and skills of the university's students, as well as the academic, cultural, and innovative achievements they have made at local, regional, and international levels.

The event began with an introductory film about the Deanship of Student Affairs, showcasing the main services offered by the deanship. This was followed by a film that presented the significant achievements of the university's students, supported by the deanship, both locally and internationally, including external participations sponsored by the deanship. Following this, a film was shown that introduced the student clubs and the criteria used to evaluate and select the winning clubs.

During the ceremony, the Acting President, Professor Dr. Saad bin Mohammed bin Dajam, honored the university entities that contributed to the success of the student activities organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs. These entities included the Vice Presidency for Educational Affairs, the Deanship of E-Services, the General Directorate of Institutional Communication, the General Directorate of Human Resources, the General Directorate of Investment, the General Directorate of Facilities, Afaaq newspaper, the Central Library, the University Medical City, the Maintenance and Operations Department, the Transportation Department, the Logistics Department, the Nutrition Department, the Safety and Occupational Health Department, and the University Security Department.

Dr. Dajam also honored graduates who contributed creative ideas to develop the Alumni Association platform. Additionally, supervisors of both the college and central clubs, as well as the male and female leaders of these clubs, were recognized, with commemorative photos taken.

During the ceremony, awards were presented for the best club supervisors. Dr. Raed Abdullah Al-Qahtani from the College of Nursing in Khamis Mushait won Best Club Supervisor for the male students’ division, Ms. Reem Ahmed Al-Raqe’ from the College of Sciences won Best Club Supervisor for the female students’ division, and Dr. Areej Al-Ansari from the Voluntary Work Club won Best Central Club Supervisor.

The ceremony also honored the top-ranked college and central clubs. In the central clubs, the Voluntary Work Club secured first place, while the E-Sports Club came in second. Among the female student clubs, the Applied College Club in Muhail Asir took first place and was awarded the "Club Crown" banner, the Home Economics Club secured second place, and the College of Dentistry Club took third place. For the male student clubs, the College of Nursing in Khamis Mushait won first place and the "Club Crown" banner, followed by the College of Science in second place, and the College of Medicine in third place.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, commemorative photos were taken with the organizing committees, in the presence of the Acting President and the leadership of the Deanship of Student Affairs.
 

The Acting President of King Khalid University, Professor Dr. Saad bin Mohammed bin Du’ajam, attended the freshmen reception ceremony for the academic year 1446 on Thursday. The event was organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs at the university campus in Al-Fara’a. A number of deans, administrative heads, university staff, and a large crowd of students were also present at the event.

In his speech, the Acting President welcomed the new students, expressing the university’s pride in their enrollment and affirming that the university will make every effort to provide an ideal educational environment that supports their ambitions and aspirations. Dr. bin Du’ajam praised the great support the university receives from the wise leadership, which has enabled the university to achieve numerous accomplishments, making it a distinguished institution among universities. He also emphasized the importance of the new students familiarizing themselves with the university's rules and regulations and adhering to them to ensure a fruitful educational experience.

Referring to the significance of digital transformation in education, Dr. bin Du’ajam stressed that the university is striving to keep up with modern technological advancements by offering advanced e-learning services and developmental systems that allow students to access educational materials and university services from anywhere at any time. He encouraged students to benefit from the expertise and guidance provided by the faculty, who will be a great support in their academic journey.

The Dean of Student Affairs at the university, Dr. Ali bin Misfer Al-Qahtani, also welcomed the new students, affirming that the university is proud of them and considers them partners in its achievements. He emphasized the importance of taking advantage of the services offered by the deanship through its various departments and centers.

This year’s ceremony included an introductory and awareness exhibition for the new students, with the participation of several university departments. The exhibition showcased the most important systems, services, and programs provided by the university, aimed at helping students adapt to university life and make the most of the available educational opportunities.
The ceremony was attended by a large number of new students from various disciplines. The event featured interventions from deans of colleges and supporting services to introduce students to the roles of different colleges, deanships, and administrative units. Students also had the opportunity to ask questions, which were answered directly by the relevant departments.

It is worth mentioning that a similar reception ceremony for new female students was held on Wednesday, attended by the university president’s advisor for women’s campus affairs, Professor Dr. Kholoud Abu Melha, and included a number of diverse programs.
 

In a step that reflects the commitment of the Applied College in Muhayil Asir to support its new students, a special welcome ceremony was held for the newly enrolled students on Tuesday, corresponding to 23-2-1446 Hijri, at the college auditorium. The event was organized by the college's student club in collaboration with the Student Guidance and Counseling Unit, aiming to facilitate the integration process and strengthen social bonds among the new students.

The event was attended by a number of faculty and administrative members, as well as a large group of new students. The ceremony commenced with a welcoming speech, followed by a comprehensive presentation on the academic programs offered by the college and an overview of student services such as psychological counseling and student activities provided by the club.

Interactive activities were also organized to break the ice between the new students, fostering a friendly atmosphere. The event concluded with the distribution of symbolic gifts to the new students, adding a festive touch to the occasion.

This ceremony had a positive impact on the new students, helping them familiarize themselves with their new academic and social environment, thereby enhancing their chances of success in their educational journey..
 

The Scout Club of the Deanship of Student Affairs at King Khalid University participated in the Gulf Evening event, which was part of the 14th Scout Camp for Universities and Higher Education Institutions of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The event was held in the Wilayat of Salalah, Oman.

The participation of the Scout Club represented the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by presenting various cultural and heritage activities that showcased the country’s identity. The evening began with the traditional Saudi hospitality of serving Arabic coffee, a symbol of generosity and hospitality in both Arab and Gulf cultures. This was followed by a display of traditional men’s clothing from the Asir region in southern Saudi Arabia, allowing attendees to appreciate the diversity of traditional attire that reflects the authentic Saudi heritage.

In addition, the club offered an array of popular dishes that Asir is known for. This provided participants the opportunity to taste traditional Saudi cuisine, which added a distinctive cultural flavor to the event and left a lasting impression on those in attendance.

One of the standout activities of the evening was the presentation of southern Saudi folklore, a significant part of the Kingdom’s cultural heritage. Participants enjoyed the lively performances and southern rhythms, which added a joyful and interactive atmosphere to the event.

At the close of the evening, the Scout Club distributed commemorative shields and gifts bearing a Saudi theme as a token of gratitude and appreciation to the organizing and participating parties. This gesture further strengthened the bonds of brotherhood between participants from various Gulf countries.

The Scout Club’s participation in this Gulf Evening was highly praised by the attendees, who expressed their admiration for the cultural and artistic diversity showcased by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during this distinguished event.

The Acting President of King Khalid University, Professor Saad bin Mohammed bin Dajem, expressed the university's pride in its partnership with the "Mawhiba" program during the 2024 Academic Enrichment Program. He highlighted the program's role in fostering the creative abilities of students and preparing them for the future according to the highest global standards. He emphasized the importance of investing in talented youth, stating, "Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 focuses heavily on developing human capabilities, fostering innovation and creativity, and the Mawhiba Academic Enrichment Program offers students a valuable opportunity to gain knowledge and develop skills that will contribute to building a bright future for the Kingdom."

These remarks were made during his meeting on Tuesday morning with the talented students participating in the "Mawhiba Academic Enrichment Program 2024." The program is organized by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in collaboration with King Khalid University, represented by the Deanship of Student Affairs. The program runs for three weeks and includes over 100 gifted students from various regions of the Kingdom.

The Acting President welcomed the participants and supervisors, commending the efforts made in organizing this program, which aims to enhance knowledge and build both scientific and practical skills in students. He praised the efforts of the Talent and Innovation Unit at the Deanship of Student Affairs, led by Dr. Jamila Mishbeb Al-Rawi, for organizing and executing the program excellently. He expressed confidence that the program would achieve its educational and innovative goals and reaffirmed the university's continued support for such initiatives, which enhance its standing as a center of academic excellence and innovation.

During the visit, which was accompanied by Dr. Ali bin Misfer Al-Qahtani, Dean of Student Affairs, the Acting President observed various activities and events offered by the program, including enrichment units in data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and engineering design principles. He also witnessed part of the classroom sessions and skill-building activities aimed at developing 21st-century skills in students.

The College of Law Club (Girls’ Section), in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs for Female Students, organized its first event on Wednesday, March 8, 2024, titled "The Sports Challenge." The event took place at the sports hall in the Guraiger campus, starting at 9:00 AM and lasting for four hours.

The event was special, with attendance from the Vice Dean of the College of Law, Ms. Walaa Asiri, Vice Deans of the Public and Private Law Departments, and several faculty members, alongside a large number of students from various disciplines. The event began with a speech by Shada Hussein Al Qamash, the head of the sports committee, introducing the sports program and emphasizing the importance of physical activity. Trainers Amal and Ibtisam also gave an overview of the services provided at the sports hall.

The program aimed to foster teamwork and collaboration among students, essential skills for law students. It included various activities such as foosball, darts, basketball, soccer, chess, hockey, tug-of-war, in addition to electronic games and training sessions.

The event also featured a guest speaker, Kawthar Mohammed Issa Hammad, a basketball player from the College of Computer Science, who shared her experience learning the sport and the challenges she faced, ultimately becoming a player for the national team.

The event concluded with the distribution of awards to the winners, creating an enthusiastic atmosphere and highlighting the importance of sports in promoting general health and encouraging physical activity.
 

Cooperating with The Deanship of Student’s Affairs, The Applied College’s Club in Khamis Mushait has organized a ceremony to celebrate World’s Teacher Day, mainly presenting “ The Intelligent Teacher“ program. The program began at 12 o’clock pm with a workshop. A number of 120 female students have attended the program, in addition to 18 of the faculty members from different sectors in the college.

The program aimed to praise and show gratitude towards teachers’ role in teaching and educating generations. The program started with the National Anthem, after that an introduction about the grace of the teacher in Islam was given by student Reem Alahmari. Following That, the audience listened to the holy Qur’an recitation. Subsequently, a thanking speech was given for the students who participated and helped in this activity. 

The ceremony concluded with honoring Dr. Sara’a Abu Melha with The Shield of Thanks by the club’s students to show gratitude and appreciation for her efforts and help. The program was presented under the supervision of Dr. Reda Abdulfattah, and the supervisor of activities Bayan Alshehri.
 

Cooperating with The Deanship of Students Affairs, The Nursing College Club in Khamis Mushait has organized “ The Program of Osteoporosis “ on Thursday 20/03/1445 starting at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. 

This event was attended by numerous students and members of the faculty. The program aimed to spread and raise the level of the attendee’s awareness about the Osteoporosis disease, introduce them to the causes of this illness, prevention methods, and alert them about the potential dangers of getting Osteoporosis. It is commonly known that Osteoporosis is a global health problem that is widely spreading nowadays all around the world. Statistics show that in every 3 women 1 of them gets fractures caused by Osteoporosis, and 1 in every 5 men over the age of 50 years old. 

In order to prevent Osteoporosis and the fractures resulting from it, a person should play sports and maintain a balanced diet. Also, a person should consume food that contains Calcium and pays attention to the importance of checking their Vitamin D’s levels occasionally to prevent themselves from getting Osteoporosis. At the end of the program, one of the students gave a speech about Osteoporosis. A corner for hospitality and another one for awareness catalogues was placed. Volunteer hours were added to the credits of students who participated in this event under the supervision of the club’s supervisor Ms. Mona Alahmari, and the supervisor of activities Refal Al awashiz.

Cooperating with the Deanship of Student Affairs for female students, The College of Education Club, female section, held the Cultural Olympiad - Preparation and training Competition on Wednesday 3/19/1445 AH. The competition was available to all female Bachelor students of the College of Education. 
Preparations for the competition began at 9 o'clock am, with the presence of the Dean of the College, Dr. Mona Al-Zahrani and Vice Dean of the Psychology Department, Dr. Abeer Al Shehri and a delegation from the Deanship of Student Affairs for Female Student Affairs, Ms. Nawal Al-Asmari and Ms. Hanaa Ahmed. Three members of the College of Education participated in judging the female students’ performance in various fields, and they are Dr. Saadi Shaman, Dr. Hanaa Al-Qahtani, Dr. Eman Rifaat.

The number of participants reached 13 from various and specific sectors, where the number of participants in the field of public speaking was three, and the results were : first place went for Aisha Al-Miqdad, second place: Salaf Asiri, and third place: Manal Ma’ashi.

There were a number of entries in the field of Nabati poetry, one entry submitted by the student Haya Al-Jakhdab, and the number of entries in the field of digital art was one entry submitted by the student Ghala Al-Qahtani, and also in the field of digital designs, one entry submitted by the student Aisha Al-Qahtani.

The number of participants in the field of drawing reached two, and the results were first place, Shaima Al Shehri, and second place, Ghala Al Thabet.

The number of entries in the field of calligraphy was three, and the result was first place: Ghadi Mohammed, second place: Munira Ahmed, and third place: Al-Hofuf Hijri. There were also a number of entries in the field of short stories, one entry submitted by the student Athkar Asiri, and a number of entries in the field of cinematic make-up, one entry by the student Zahraa Al-Shahrani.All the entries were presented and judged by the committee, and the participating female students were placed in situations tests that resembles the field they were nominated in.

Furthermore, the results were sorted, nominees chosen, and the results were announced.

The competition concluded by urging the female students and encouraging them to actively participate in the Cultural Olympiad Competition at King Khalid University for the year 1445 AH, and clarifying the most important areas of the competition and its standards. The female students were also encouraged to participate in the cultural competitions issued by the Deanship of Student Affairs inside and outside the university.
 

The Club of College of Sharia and Fundamentals of Religion initiated a ceremony of The Saudi 93rd National Day under the logo “ We dream and We achieve “ the celebration took place in the hall of the College of Sharia and Fundamentals of Religion.

The ceremony was held to memorialise the ninety-third anniversary. In the ceremony, the presenters dragged the listeners’s attention by talking about the importance of obedience to their rulers. Also, they have made sure to remind everyone of the kingdom’s efforts and its wise leadership in supporting Islam and Sharia along with the role of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may god protect him and His Highness the Crown Prince, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, may god protect him.