The Student Council at the College of Islamic Studies (CIS) in Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), under the aegis of the CIS Research Division, successfully concluded its annual student research conference. The one-day event, which was held on Saturday, April 13, provided students with an opportunity to showcase the breadth of their academic works. 

Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Student Affairs yesterday held the inaugural Student Life Awards 2019 to honor current students for their contributions to the wider community through non-academic activities. 

HBKU’s Student Affairs committee received and assessed more than 30 nominations based on solid criteria, including participation and involvement in the university’s informal learning environment – community service, community engagement, student leadership, and sports and non-sports competitions.  

Representatives from Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) recently welcomed Her Excellency Michelle Mūntefering, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, as she visited the university and met with faculty and administration at HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering (CSE). Professor Yousef Haik, Associate Provost at HBKU, and Professor Amine Bermak, Associate Dean acting on behalf of Dr. Mounir Hamdi, Dean of CSE, introduced Her Excellency to the university’s vision, programs, and distinctive academic approach.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) is to showcase the full breadth of its programs during the annual International Education Fair in Turkey, to be held in the cities of Ankara, Istanbul, and Izmir from March 9 – 15, 2019.

HBKU will set up booths throughout the event, where prospective students will be able to meet with representatives from HBKU Student Affairs, Office of Enrollment, and faculty members, and avail important information about the University’s programs, campus life, and potential research opportunities.

Distinguished Lecturer Series and the CIS Student Council take a closer look at contemporary challenges in constructing a Muslim identity

Doha, February 24, 2019 – The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) hosted a series of talks by prominent academics from international institutions during the month of February. The lectures focused on issues pertinent to Muslim identity and Islamic political thought.

Public events examine Shari’a and the urgent need for ‘green’ financial practices

Doha, February 23, 2019 – The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has been hosting a series of public events to engage the local community in discussions on progressive concepts in Islamic finance. As part of the series, a public lecture, Green Sukuk and the Climate Change Challenge, was hosted by CIS on Wednesday, February 20, from 7pm to 9pm, examined how the financing mode can drive greener economies.

Doha, Qatar: This year marks another consecutive year where Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) participates in the Muscat International Book Fair with a booth showcasing the Press’s newest releases at the regional exhibition that hosts hundreds of other publishing houses from the Gulf and Middle East.

The Translation and Interpreting Institute (TII), part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), is accepting registrations for its Translation in Business and Finance workshop, taking place from February 24 to 27.

The Translation and Interpreting Institute (TII), part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), has opened registration for its 10th Annual International Translation Conference, to be held from March 26 to 27 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).

This year’s conference will explore the theme of Translation Beyond the Margins, and will feature presentations by leading experts and practitioners in the fields of translation, interpreting, media, literature and journalism.

Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), has launched its 2019 Student Outreach Program with a visit from students of Arab International Academy. The program is in line with QEERI’s mission to inspire an interest in science and research among the nation’s younger generation, and to educate them about energy, technology, water security, environment and sustainability in Qatar.