HBKU Graduation 2025 | Honoring the Class of 2025

Congratulations to the Hamad Bin Khalifa University Class of 2025. On Sunday, May 11, graduates, faculty, staff, alumni, and families gathered at the Qatar National Convention Centre to honor the achievements of this year’s graduating class.

As they cross this milestone, we celebrate their hard work, perseverance, and ambition and look forward to the impact they will make in Qatar, the region, and the wider world.

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President’s Message

President’s Message

“My heartfelt congratulations to our graduates. You have made us and your loved ones proud. We all share a common belief in the power of higher education and research to positively impact the development of communities and nations. The Class of 2025 is no exception. We look forward to celebrating your efforts to solve the critical challenges facing Qatar and the world today, sharing your successes with future generations and our ever-growing alumni community.”

Dr. Ahmad M. Hasnah

President of Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans' Messages​

“To the Class of 2025, it has been an honor to support your academic journey at HBKU. Every day has been dedicated to providing you with the highest quality educational experience, both within and beyond the classroom. We hope our commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service lays the foundations for your future academic success and professional fulfilment.”

Dr. Ala Al-Fuqaha

Acting Provost and Associate Provost for Teaching and Learning

Management and Deans’ Messages

“Dear graduates, as you embark on this new journey, remember that your passion and determination are your strongest tools. Strive for excellence, embrace challenges, and aim to contribute positively to your community and the world. Moreover, remember that you are ambassadors of Hamad Bin Khalifa University and an integral part of its continued progress and success. Your role as alumni is essential in upholding and advancing the university’s legacy. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!”

Dr. Maryam Al-Mannai

Vice President for Student Affairs

Management and Deans’ Messages

“Graduation is a powerful reminder of the privilege of a values-based education such as that offered at the College of Islamic Studies—one that empowers us to confront the complex challenges of our time through the lens of our religious and cultural contexts. Our graduates carry forward a legacy of critical thought, ethical leadership, and a deep sense of purpose to serve and uplift their communities. We are proud of the capacity they have built during their time with us and look forward to the impact they will make in the world.”

Dr. Recep Şentürk

Dean, College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

“Today we celebrate 50 graduates from the College’s five interdisciplinary Master's programs, as well as the first cohort from our PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences. We’re confident that they will constantly call upon their academic journey with HBKU to positively shape their societies, either through culturally grounded scholarship or professional activities. Our graduates will always be a part of the CHSS, and we wish them continued success in their future endeavors.”

Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed Zain Abdelwahid

Acting Dean, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

“It is always a proud moment to celebrate our students’ graduation and wish them well ahead of the next stage of their professional journeys. We are confident that our graduates go on to forge successful careers in academia and diverse business sectors that support Qatar’s knowledge-based economy and contribute innovative solutions to global challenges. This further reflects the CSE’s belief that education is not just about knowledge but also transformation among individuals, communities, and societies.”

Dr. Mounir Hamdi

Dean, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

“On behalf of everyone at the College of Law, congratulations to our graduating students. In an era of unprecedented challenges to the rule of law, it is of increasing importance to have individuals versed in legal procedure as well as substantive legal principles. We’re confident that we have prepared you to anticipate and solve some of society’s most pressing legal issues and look forward to sharing in your future successes.”

Dr. Susan L. Karamanian

Dean, College of Law, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

“Many congratulations to the Class of 2025, especially those graduating from our programs. Thank you very much for your hard work, dedication and contributions to the college and university. We are proud of you, your research findings, advances, and achievements. Please enjoy these moments of joy and celebration and do stay in touch. We are keen to hear about the next chapters of your academic and professional journeys. All the best from all of us at the CHLS.”

Dr. Markus R. Wenk

Dean, College of Health and Life Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

“To our graduates, I wish you every success and every reward for your efforts and contributions over the past years. We hope that your time at Hamad Bin Khalifa University and the College of Public Policy has inspired you to become ambassadors of the public good, catalysts of change that supports the country and region, and instruments of aspiration and impact.”

Dr. Leslie A. Pal

Dean, College of Public Policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Management and Deans’ Messages

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