The Creativity and Thinking Club at King Khalid University, in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs, organized the Creativity Marathon on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The event aimed to enhance creative and critical thinking skills through an engaging and competitive experience. Participants navigated a series of mental and physical challenges, including puzzles, word-arranging tasks, obstacle activities, scooter challenges, and a final “treasure box” activity decorated with helium balloons—reflecting strong teamwork and enthusiasm. The marathon’s concept was supported by research emphasizing the role of play in boosting creativity, including the study “Play Catalyzes Human Creativity” by the National Institute for Play, which highlights the impact of interactive activities on creative thinking.

The Thinking and Creativity Club at King Khalid University (male students' section), in cooperation with the Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Student Activities Agency, organized a walking festival on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The event aimed to promote physical activity, raise health awareness, and instill a culture of walking among students. The event featured an interactive route with informational stations that provided concise information on the benefits of exercise and daily movement, adding an educational dimension to the experience. The event was met with remarkable student participation and concluded in a positive atmosphere, reflecting its success in supporting the quality of university life and encouraging the adoption of healthy lifestyles. The Thinking and Creativity Club and the Deanship of Student Affairs extend their gratitude to all who contributed to the success of this event.

The College of Law Club and the Central Nazaha Club organized the Pioneers of Advocacy competition on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, in collaboration with the Student Activities Agency of the Deanship of Student Affairs. The event drew notable student participation and fostered a competitive legal environment that reflected the participants’ readiness and professionalism. Aimed at enhancing advocacy abilities and refining the legal analytical skills of King Khalid University students, the competition advanced through a series of elimination rounds that showcased the excellence of the competing teams, ultimately leading to the qualification of Team One and Team Seven for the final stage. The event concluded with the crowning of Team One after successfully presenting its case before the judging panel, receiving wide praise for its performance and for the competition’s role in cultivating promising future leaders in the legal field.

The Pharmacy College Club, in collaboration with the Vice Deanship of Student Affairs, organized the “Pharmacy at the Heart of Life” event through a field visit to Al-Hayat National Hospital on Monday, 1 December 2025. The visit aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the role of pharmacy within the healthcare system, observe the workflow in pharmacy departments, learn about medication dispensing procedures, and understand how medical teams interact to ensure patient safety and service quality. The event also featured active student engagement through discussions and inquiries, adding a practical dimension to the experience.

The Volunteering Club, in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs, organized the “Volunteering is a Trust” program on Sunday, 30 November 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the Entrepreneurship Center (Code Lab) for female students in Quraiger. The event aimed to promote responsibility and raise awareness of volunteering, featuring an exhibition of volunteer work, inspiring volunteer experiences, guidance for new volunteers, and a Q&A session. The program was attended by over 30 students.

The Science Ambassadors Central Club, in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs, organized a distinguished scientific program on Monday, 1 December 2025 (10/6/1447H) at the College of Medicine lobby in Quraiger. The program featured various exhibitions in biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, and space, aiming to spread scientific knowledge and inspire students’ passion for science. A special corner showcased the club’s achievements and programs, allowing attendees to learn about the club’s goals, vision, and pathways for empowering students and developing their scientific skills.

The Integrity Club at King Khalid University, in partnership with the Sustainability Club and the Applied College Club in Khamis Mushait, on Monday, 1 December 2025. organized the “Integrity in Sustainability and Accountability” program at the Central Library. It was the only program held in conjunction with the Global Anti-Corruption Day. The session was presented by Dr. Hasan Ayed Al-Qahtani, who addressed key topics on integrity, sustainability, and accountability in a comprehensive manner, with practical examples to enhance transparency and responsibility. The event was attended by members of the Deanship of Student Affairs and students from various colleges. Student engagement contributed to a deeper understanding of integrity concepts and their role in building a sustainable educational environment. The program concluded with thanks to participants and emphasized the importance of continuing such initiatives to promote integrity awareness.

The staff of the Deanship of Student Affairs at King Khalid University extend their warmest congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the issuance of the decision by His Excellency the Minister of Education and Chairman of the Council of Universities appointing Dr. Saad bin Saeed Al-Qahtani as Dean of the Deanship.

The deanship’s staff expressed their pride in this appointment, wishing him continued success in leading the deanship and further strengthening its efforts in serving students, as well as developing its academic, cultural, and social programs and activities in a manner that contributes to achieving the university’s vision and educational mission.

This appointment represents an important step that enhances the progress of the Deanship of Student Affairs in delivering high-quality services to students and in advancing an outstanding learning environment within the university, in line with best modern practices in university education and academic and administrative supervision.