Lusail University celebrated its second convocation Sunday in the presence of HE the Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid AlKhater.The ceremony at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) was also attended by HE the Minister of State for Energy Affairs engineer Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi (who is also the president and chief executive of QatarEnergy), HE the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki al-Subaie, HE the Minister of Labour Dr Ali bin Samikh al-Marri, and Lusail University Board of Trustees chairman Dr Ali bin Fetais al-Marri, along with members of the Board of Trustees and a number of dignitaries and senior officials.Lusail University president Dr Nizam Hindi affirmed that the university’s continuing journey toward leadership in higher education by expanding its academic programmes and enhancing its educational and research environment in line with Qatar's vision of building a knowledge-based economy.In his speech, Dr Hindi stated that this moment marks the culmination of an academic journey filled with challenges and ambitions, during which the university served as a beacon of knowledge and a platform for innovation and excellence.He noted that during the past academic year, Lusail University achieved several significant milestones, including the launch of new academic programmes, expansion of local and international partnerships, and progress in scientific research as well as student, cultural, and athletic activities-strengthening its position as the first national private university in Qatar.Dr Hindi added that the university has successfully implemented more than 95% of the objectives outlined in its 2021-25 strategic plan, noting that this achievement is the result of collective efforts and integrated work by all academic and administrative staff.In this context, he announced that the Board of Trustees has approved the university's new strategic plan for the 2025-2030 period.This plan will focus on fostering innovation and creativity, developing academic programmes in alignment with labour market needs, adopting the latest digital learning technologies, and providing an attractive educational and research environment.He emphasised the importance of partnerships and co-operation with various local and international sectors, considering them a fundamental pillar in achieving the university’s future goals and reinforcing its role as an educational institution contributing to national development.
May 26, 2025 | 12:51 AM