The Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Academic Guidance Unit at the Student Care and Counseling Center, organized a workshop titled “Developing Critical Thinking Skills for Academic Problem-Solving” at the College of Tourism and Hospitality, presented by social specialist Rehama Asiri. The workshop covered the concept and importance of critical thinking, its strategies, and its relationship to problem-solving, highlighting key critical thinking tools for students. The program aims to enhance students’ analytical and creative abilities and prepare an academic generation capable of facing challenges confidently and efficiently.
King Khalid University, supported by the Deanship of Student Affairs, is participating in the Female Chess Championship organized by the Saudi University Sports Federation in its 16th season, held at the University of Jeddah from September 24 to 27, 2025. The participation aims to promote competitive sports among female university students and enhance their strategic skills in chess.
King Khalid University President, Prof. Faleh bin Raja Allah Al-Salmi, attended the university’s 95th Saudi National Day celebration, which featured a variety of programs and activities including a panel discussion, a historical exhibition, student club exhibitions with participation from 25 clubs, and a special operetta, celebrating national identity and highlighting the university’s diverse student activities.
The Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Student Care and Counseling Center and in collaboration with the College of Humanities, organized an awareness lecture targeting students of King Khalid University. The session highlighted the center’s key services and reviewed the University Behavioral Discipline Regulations. The lecture was presented by Mr. Saeed Dhuayfer Al-Fard with the participation of nursing technician Aayed Saeed Al-Shahrani, aiming to enhance students’ behavioral awareness and provide guidance and health support, contributing to a safe and motivating university environment.
The Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Family Guidance Unit at the Student Care and Counseling Center, organized a workshop titled “Developing Communication and Family Problem-Solving Skills”, presented by social specialist Maha Al-Hamas from the College of Tourism and Hospitality in Al-Far‘a. The workshop highlighted the role of the family in shaping individuals and society, effective communication methods among family members, and practical approaches to handle and resolve family issues positively, attended by a distinguished group of female students from King Khalid University.
The Female Student Affairs Agency at King Khalid University concluded the Dart Throw Championship for university female students in a competitive atmosphere showcasing their skills and sportsmanship. The results saw Shatha Al-Farhan win the gold medal, Amira Hussein the silver, and Asma Al-Shreem the bronze.
The Minister of Education, Mr. Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Bunyan, honored King Khalid University in the presence of the University President, Prof. Faleh bin Raja Allah Al-Salmi, the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Ali Al-Qahtani, and the university team, in recognition of the university’s excellence and its achievement of high rankings in the University Sports Performance Index for its 15th season.
The Deanship of Student Affairs, represented by the Female Student Affairs Agency, concluded the “Pictures That Speak” exhibition, aimed at showcasing the talents of the university’s female students in photography and developing their skills in visual expression. The exhibition included a specialized workshop on photography fundamentals, attended by more than 60 students, which helped refine their skills and enhance their creative experience. The event concluded with the top three winners being honored for their artistic excellence and achievements.
The Student Care and Counseling Center at King Khalid University, under the Deanship of Student Affairs, held a meeting for supervisors of care and counseling units across the university’s colleges. The meeting addressed the role of faculty in promoting student mental health, reviewed the center’s agenda including supervisors’ responsibilities and the achievement reports for the academic year 1446 AH, presented the procedural guide, and examined academic at-risk cases, concluding with recommendations aimed at improving operations and enhancing the quality of services provided to students.