President of Umm Al-Qura University Dr. Bakri bin M'atooq bin Bakri Assas has taken an administrative decision. In his decision, Dr. Assas has ordered appointing Dr. Eskander Howsawi as the Dean of Al-Lith Engineering College for a tenure of two years as of Ramadan 5, 1438 H.

Advisor to UQU President, Mr. Essam bin Hassan Marqoushi said that Dr. Assas' decision is part of the university's efforts to achieve goals of the comprehensive development and to bolster progress to achieve objectives, vision and mission in a bid to lead the field with unique programs and activities under the umbrella of the Saudi Vision 2030. He prayed Allah to bestow upon him success to make every effort to drive the university to the sought-after target.