Qatar University (QU) organised the annual reunion event for the academic year 2024, which became a tradition with QU.
QU President Dr Omar al-Ansari, HE President of the QU Alumni Association Sheikh Dr Faleh bin Nasser al-Thani, and several guests and senior officials from the university and beyond attended this precious gathering. Along with faculty members, university staff, and the audience of graduates from the past years and their families.
Adding a cultural touch to the event, a theatrical performance operetta titled 'Read' graced the stage, which delved into the beginnings of literacy in the region. The stage performance aimed to highlight the importance of reading and writing in shaping intellectual landscapes, resonating with the educational ethos of the university.
The event also honoured the outstanding graduate, Director of the Muhammad Bin Hamad Al-Thani Center for Muslim Contribution to Civilization (CMCC) at the College of Islamic Studies, at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Dr Aisha Yousef al-Mannai.
In his opening speech, HE Sheikh Dr Faleh bin Nasser al-Thani, said, "In the context of the outstanding work carried out by the Alumni Relations Association at QU, we aim to connect graduates with their alma mater and keep them in constant contact from their various workplaces. It is my pleasure, as we celebrate the Alumni Association event for the academic year 2023-2024, to extend sincere congratulations to all graduates participating in this event. I wish them success in their endeavours and encourage them to maintain a constant connection with their university."
Dr Sheikh al-Thani further emphasised that communication with graduates in their workplaces and linking them to their alma mater is one of the primary objectives of the QU Alumni Association. Over the years, this role has become clearer and more rooted, especially after the transformation of the External Relations Office into the Alumni Relations Association in 2010.
The association plays a crucial role in connecting the university with its graduates through year-round activities aimed at leveraging the experiences gained by the graduates in various workplaces, allowing them to benefit from the university and its continuous development in all scientific and research fields.
Dr Sheikh al-Thani added, "The role played by the association is crucial in connecting thousands of graduates, encouraging them to think together about the best ways to contribute to the advancement of their country and collaborate in various scientific fields. This role extends beyond scientific and research aspects to emotional aspects, as everyone remembers the university life stage, which is considered one of the richest and most important periods of life."
He affirmed that QU, day by day, proves its ability to engage its graduates in the process of progress and development, leading them towards the aspirations of our wise leadership.
He emphasised that each person, through their position, should strive for the progress of our beloved country, Qatar, and its elevated status, expressing gratitude to the university's leadership and its loyal graduates who responded to the call and attended the reunion event. Director of Communication and Partnerships at QU Mohammed al-Muhannadi, clarified, "The Alumni Association plays a crucial role in connecting the university with its graduates through year-round activities. These activities aim to leverage the experiences of our alumni in various workplaces, enabling them to benefit from the university's continuous development in scientific and research fields." Al-Muhannadi expressed gratitude to the organizers of this annual event and congratulated the distinguished graduate honoured this year.
